Are you searching for the perfect family home? Look no further. This beautiful home is located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in the Plantation Point neighborhood. Not only has the home been well maintained, but it has the original owner. It is definitely a must see. [Read more…]
StoneGate at Prince Creek Community
Are you ready to retire and live near the beach? Look no further. The Garden Homes at StoneGate in Prince Creek have just what you need. Not only do they have the best location near Murrells Inlet, but they also have maintenance free living. It doesn’t get much better than that! [Read more…]
Why You Should Buy A Vacation Home in Myrtle Beach
Do you travel to Myrtle Beach multiple times during the year? If the answer is yes, then you should consider purchasing a vacation home. There are many reasons why buying is a smarter decision than continuing to book at a hotel year after year. We’re here to tell you about them! [Read more…]
Carolina Forest – Perfect For Families
Carolina Forest is a popular area for anyone who is relocating to the Myrtle Beach area with family. The area is surrounded by shopping, restaurants, top-notch schools and offers easy access to all that the Grand Strand has. During the last 15 years, the area has been developed with many family-friendly suburban neighborhoods. [Read more…]
The Dunes Club – A Great Neighborhood Near the Beach
The Dunes Club is a very prestigious neighborhood in Myrtle Beach. It offers access to your own private beach and offers the Dunes Golf and Beach Club. Some amazing tennis and the best golf at the beach awaits you. The Dunes Golf and Beach Club offers incredible dining by the ocean and amazing activities for all ages. The pool also offers dining. The white sandy beaches are private and just a golf cart ride or walk from everywhere in the neighborhood. Golf course lots and ocean lots are still available. So if you are looking for a luxurious lifestyle near the ocean look no further than The Dunes Golf and Beach Club. Call Dargan Real Estate today !
Legends a great Neighborhood to Live In
Legends is located off of 501 in Myrtle Beach. As you take a left at the light and head back into the long entrance you will be pleasantly surprised with the lifestyle that Legends offers. Although, located near tons of shopping, dining, entertainment and a short six mile drive to the beach, Legends is still off the beaten path and offers a tranquil lifestyle. There is beautiful mature landscaping , a guard gate , a clubhouse that offers golf, food, beverages, etc. There is a pub located inside the Legends which is perfect for dinner or lunch. Once you drive back into Legends you will immediately feel serenity. With four subdivisions to choose from, amenities such as 3 pools, hot tubs, tennis, a golf school, a 30 acre lighted practice facility, what more could you want? Contact Dargan Real Estate about Legends today!
The Legends Clubhouse
Holiday Safety
While decorating our homes for the holidays, it’s crucial that we remember to protect our investments–and more importantly–our lives. Hospital emergency rooms treat approximately 12,500 people a year for injuries (broken bones, lacerations, electrical shocks) received while decorating for the holidays, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Ensure your home, yourself, and your family are safe by following these helpful tips.
- Always keep burning candles within eyesight and away from trees and wrapping paper. Speaking of wrapping paper, never throw it into the fireplace. It ignites suddenly and burns intensely, which may cause a flash fire.
- Check your holiday lights before putting them up to make sure they have been tested by a recognized lab and meet safety standards. A red label means the lights can be used both indoors and out. A green label means they can be used indoors only.
- Make sure lights (new or old) are free of broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, or loose connections. Discard any lights that are damaged.
- Use no more than three standard-size sets of lights per each extension cord.
- Ensure all lights on trees or other items are unplugged before you go to sleep or leave the home.
- Never place lights on a metallic tree. The tree can become electrically charged and cause electrocution if the tree is touched.
- Fasten outdoor lights securely to protect them from wind damage.
- For artificial trees, make sure the label indicates it is “fire resistant”. For real trees, keep them well hydrated and fresh.
- Place trees away from fireplaces and radiators, as well as out of the doorway and high traffic areas.
- Use thin wires to secure a large tree to the walls or ceiling. These wires are nearly invisible and will prevent the tree from toppling over. This is especially important if you have mischievous pets.
- Keep children and pets in mind by placing non-toxic and unbreakable ornaments on the lower branches of the tree. Use ribbon instead of metal hooks to prevent choking or injury.
- Keep your inflatable outdoor decorations from blowing away by securing them properly. They can easily become dangerous, flying objects. Shut off fan blowers when it’s windy outside or when you aren’t going to be home for long periods of time.
Featured Property: 179 Sugar Mill Loop
This beautiful home is newly constructed and located within Sugar Mill Plantation in the Forestbrook area of Myrtle Beach. It features three bedrooms, two full baths, an attached two-car garage, and a covered porch.
This property has tons of custom features and upgrades like stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, upgraded cabinets, hardwood and tile. The kitchen’s features include a pantry and breakfast nook.
The living area is spacious with tall windows that let in tons of natural light. Other features of this great property include tray ceilings with fans and his and her walk-in closets. The bathrooms feels luxurious with its dark cherry cabinets, double vanity, and large garden tub.
The property’s exterior has many attractive features too–a covered porch, great curb appeal, and lake views. This home is one you definitely don’t want to miss checking out because it’s move-in ready and located in a great community!
Call Dargan Real Estate to schedule a showing today! This featured property won’t stay on the market for long!
843-712-2585
Current Myrtle Beach Real Estate Stats
The off season in Myrtle Beach is one of the better times to buy a new or vacation home in the area. The Grand Strand’s off season begins in October and lasts until late February to mid-March. During this time of year, we typically begin to see a shift in the market with an increase in the number of transactions and a small boost in value.
The shift in the market is a great opportunity for an educated buyer due to the increased inventory and decreased demand. In addition, home owners are usually more driven than they are during the spring and summer months. A record number of homes are currently being sold in the area and that should continue throughout the third quarter.
Buyers should be prepared to act quickly when a property arrives on the market with a fair price point.
CURRENTLY:
The average listing price for homes in Myrtle Beach is $220,886.
The average cost per square foot is around $102.
There are 4,750 resale and new homes available in Myrtle Beach, as well as 743 homes in the pre-foreclosure, auction, or bank-owned stage of the foreclosure process.
Final Walk-through Checklist
Over the past few months, you’ve searched high and low for the perfect place to create a new life for your family. Now that your search is over and an offer has been accepted, you’re giddy with excitement as you approach the closing date. However, there’s still one very important thing to complete: the final walk-through.
The walk-through process can take place anywhere from several hours to several days before closing. It’s important to take the necessary time to perform a thorough walk-through to ensure the home is in the condition it was promised. If you spot something worrisome, talk to your agent about it as soon as possible. He or she will strive to quickly resolve the issue to avoid a potential delay in closing.
If the property is still occupied by the current owner at the time of the walk-through, it might benefit you to ask them to be present. This would be a great opportunity to ask about any improvements they’ve wanted to make to the property. It’s also a good idea (as well as a kind gesture) to ask the seller for their forwarding address to route any stray mail.
We created a checklist to use as a guide during the walk-through process. Some items on the list may not apply to your specific property and there may also be others you should consider that aren’t mentioned.
To avoid overlooking a potential issue… walk into each room and ask yourself the following question: “Is there anything that could pose a potential risk, decrease the value of the home, or cause me to lose a significant amount of money should it need to be repaired soon after I close?”
| Final Walk-through Checklist | Completed |
| Flip each light fixture on and off. | |
| Run the water in each sink. Are there signs of a leak? | |
| Do all appliances work properly (stove, oven, washer, dryer, microwave)? | |
| Do the toilets flush efficiently? | |
| Does the garbage disposal work properly? | |
| Do the exhaust fans run quietly and smoothly? | |
| Test the garage door opener. Does it work? | |
| Is there damage to the walls or floors from the previous owner’s move? | |
| Test the heating and air conditioning. Are they heating and cooling? | |
| Open and close all windows. Do they open and close easily? | |
| Latch and unlatch windows. Do they latch and unlatch easily? | |
| Check for condensation in double-paned windows. | |
| Do the doorbells, alarms, and intercoms work properly? | |
| Does the shower drain properly and efficiently? | |
| Are the plate covers on all light switches? | |
| Check outdoor features (play equipment, pool, hoses, hot tub, sauna, sprinkler system). | |
| Is there a pest control issue that needs to be accessed? | |
| Is the property clean and devoid of debris? | |
| Is the attic and/or basement cleared out and clean? | |
| Did the previous owner leave behind warranties or manuals that may be needed? | |
| Did you previously request any repair work? If so, has it been completed? |
The final walk-through is now complete and any issues found have been resolved. You’ve covered all of your bases and should feel confident about the quality of your new home. Go ahead and breathe a huge sigh of relief. YOU’VE EARNED IT!
Myrtle Beach Subdivisions: Dunes Cove
We talked about one of Myrtle Beach’s most prestigious neighborhoods last week–The Grande Dunes. It seems only fitting to talk about its neighbor this week–Dunes Cove.
Dunes Cove is nestled between Highway 17 and the Atlantic Ocean on the northern end of Myrtle Beach. The community is an older one and bears a name synonymous with prestige and luxury. It’s also situated in an area that is convenient and highly sought after because the beach is easily accessible by foot, bicycle, or golf cart.
The properties located within Dunes Cove offer large wooded estates with lush greens, beautiful oak trees, and lake views. The selection of homes will satisfy the taste palettes of every prospective buyer because it provides a mix of traditional and modern architecture. In addition to a convenient location and attractive landscaping, the high level of security offered to the community is attractive and reassuring. Homeowners and guests enjoy an organized “Community Watch” program, partnered with the City of Myrtle Beach, which features 24-hour surveillance at each of the five entrances.
The list of available homes within Dunes Cove range in price from $395,000 to $6.9 million. Browse the list of available homes HERE.
Please contact us at Dargan Real Estate (843-712-2585) if you find a home you are interested in viewing!
Featured Property: 518 Cottage Oaks Circle Myrtle Beach, SC
518 Cottage Oaks Circle Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Today’s featured property is a gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in the Myrtle Beach subdivision of River Oaks Cottages. The location of this home is perfect, as it gives you easy access to HWY 501 and HWY 17 Bypass, as well as River Oaks Drive.
This home has excellent curb appeal, is extremely spacious, and loaded with upgrades. There are walk-in closets in EVERY bedroom! Other features include a screened porch with patio, two-car garage, bonus room, and a beautiful gourmet kitchen.
The kitchen, with its many upgrades, is fresh and modern. Tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and hanging lights are the perfect touches. The island bar and accompanying stools are great for quick meals on the go or snacks for the kids.
The open floor plan and combined living/dining area form a large and roomy living area. A vaulted ceiling and skylight add to the openness and fill the room with tons of natural light. The bonus room upstairs is cozy and convenient, and it would be great as a lounge or game room for the kids.
There are many things to love about this property from the beautiful yard and patio to the modern kitchen and appliances.
Schedule a showing with Deck Dargan today to see all of the many other great features this home has to offer! 843-712-2585
Featured Property: 105 Osprey Cove Loop Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Today’s featured property is an adorable three bedroom, two bath home built in the late 90’s and located at 105 Osprey Cove Loop in Myrtle Beach, SC. This property is move-in ready and just minutes from the beach and local shopping.
With white paint, blue shutters, and a porch perfect for rocking chairs, this home is the definition of a southern home. Tiled floors and white cabinetry in the kitchen create a clean and efficient working space, and an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings allow plenty of room for entertaining guests!
Laminate hardwood floors in the living room and hallways, along with tile floors in the bathrooms, are just a few of the added perks to this property. Add in a spacious master bed and bath, along with a private backyard and one-car garage, and you’re sure to fall in love with this home.
Contact Neil Johnson at 843-712-2585 to tour this home and fall in love today!
Myrtle Beach Condo Favorites
We have recently posted several houses that are available in the Myrtle Beach area, but there are literally thousands of condos to choose from if you prefer the benefits of owning a condominium. Condos on the oceanfront or waterway are usually a bit pricier than purchasing a nearby home because of their location. However, you definitely want to look at waterfront property first if you’re looking to purchase a rental property, as those properties bring in more income. If you have questions about which properties have the best reputations in regard to home owner associations or which ones are popular with vacationers, we are more than happy to answer those questions!
Listed below are just a few Myrtle Beach condominiums that are favorites of both locals and tourists alike!
Sand Dunes – 201 74th Avenue North
Landmark Resort – 1501 S. Ocean Blvd
Myrtle Beach Resort – 5905 S. Kings Hwy
Bluewater Resort – 2001 S. Ocean Blvd
Bay View Resort – 504 N. Ocean Blvd
Bay Watch Resort – 2701 S. Ocean Blvd
Anderson Ocean Club – 2600 N. Ocean Blvd
Caravelle Resort – 6900 N. Ocean Blvd
Grande Dunes – 101 Grande Dunes Blvd
Sandcastle Resort – 2207 S. Ocean Blvd
Kingston Plantation – 9800 Queensway Blvd
Contact us today! 843-712-2585