Opportunity on Fripp Island - Finish & Customize to Your Vision: Located on desirable Bonito Drive on Fripp Island, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a rare chance to create your ideal coastal retreat. Being sold by HELP of Beaufort, a 501(c)(3) community service organization, with proceeds benefiting eight local charities. This property is perfect for buyers with vision looking to complete a renovation project in a prime island location.
Renovations have already been started but remain unfinished, giving you a head start while still allowing room for your personal design choices. Major materials have already been purchased and are included with the sale, including appliances, cabinetry, tile, and electrical outlets--saving both time and upfront costs. The property also features a detached storage shed, ideal for tools, beach gear, or additional storage needs
Ideally situated near the Fripp Island Marina, beach access points, the Ocean Creek Golf Course, and community pools, you'll enjoy convenient access to some of the island's most sought-after amenities.
Whether you're looking for a primary residence, vacation home, or investment opportunity, this property offers incredible potential in one of the Lowcountry's most desirable coastal communities.
Bring your vision and make it your own--opportunities like this on Fripp Island are hard to find! Home is being sold AS IS.
Under contract
$519,000
829 Bonito Rd, Saint Helena Island, SC 29920
3beds
1,428sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
0.3 Acres Lot
$519,600 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$115/mo HOA
What's special
Detached storage shed
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heather Fortson 864-380-2526,
Fripp Island Real Estate Co,
Leslie Mitchell 843-505-4943,
Fripp Island Real Estate Co
Source: Lowcountry Regional MLS,MLS#: 195726
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,428
- Total interior livable area: 1,428 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: Community
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: R40004000002350000
- Zoning description: PUD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pickleball, Tennis Court(s), Fitness Center, Dock, Membership may be required, Marina, Lawn Maintenance, Golf, Pool, Playground, Boat Landing, Boat Storage, Clubhouse, Walking Trail, Gated
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,380 annually
Location
- Region: Saint Helena Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $393,100
- Annual tax amount: $10,872
- Date on market: 4/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$519,600
$494,000 - $546,000
$2,624/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/12/2026 | Contingent | $519,000$363/sqft |
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| 4/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $519,000+510.6%$363/sqft |
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| 5/8/2024 | Sold | $85,000$60/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,973 +2% | $17,220 |
| 2023 | $4,873 +190.2% | $17,220 +72.5% |
| 2022 | $1,679 +0.5% | $9,980 |
| 2021 | $1,671 | $9,980 |
| 2020 | -- | $9,980 |
| 2019 | $1,659 +4.5% | $9,980 |
| 2018 | $1,587 +11.5% | $9,980 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $1,423 | $9,100 |
| 2016 | $1,423 | $9,100 |
| 2015 | $1,423 | $9,100 |
| 2014 | $1,423 | $9,100 |
| 2013 | $1,423 | $9,100 |
| 2010 | $1,423 +2.5% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,388 +2.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,358 +3.9% | $7,994 |
| 2007 | $1,307 +23.2% | $7,994 |
| 2005 | $1,061 +3.8% | $7,994 |
| 2004 | $1,022 +84.9% | $7,994 +144.2% |
| 2003 | $553 | $3,273 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | $131,830 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,881/mo
Principal & interest
$2567
Property taxes
$199
HOA Fees
$115
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29920
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10St. Helena Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.2 mi
- 3/10Lady's Island Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.2 mi
- 6/10Beaufort High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.1 mi
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