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$995,000

609 Dolphin Road, Fripp Island, SC 29920
Fripp Island, SC 29920
Listed by Kenneth Wessels · Palmetto Moon Realty, LLC
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Living area
N/A
Year built
1978

About this home

COMPLETELY REMODELED home steps away from beach access. Turnkey home for your forever paradise, vacation getaway, or investment property with room for 12 people or more. Open floor plan with abundant natural light and oversized windows. This home features an oversized family room, a chef's kitchen, and a dining room with a fireplace. Outside is a workshop/man/woman cave, 2 large decks & several patios. An elevator provides access from the 2-car garage to the kitchen. Located within walking distance of the Beach and Beach Club with restaurants, pool, gym, tennis & pickleball. Fripp offers 2 championship coastal golf courses, an ocean marina, nature trails, 4-6 miles of paved biking paths, and 3.5 miles of private white sand beach. This 2941 sq ft 3-Bedroom, 3-Bathroom home offers the rare combination of generous living space and true walkability to Fripp Island's white-sand beach and island amenities. Thoughtfully updated with meticulous care, with recent improvements including: - Entire home freshly painted inside and out - Bunk room/lanai remodel - Master bathroom remodel - Upstairs hallway bathroom with shower added - His-and-hers walk-in closets in the primary bedroom with high-quality built-in cabinetry and shelving - Renewed decks (new joists and deck boards) - New appliances in 2020: Samsung refrigerator, GE double oven, Samsung microwave/convection oven - AC units (2017-2021) with electrostatic filters on a professional maintenance program - Electric water heater (July 2019) Upstairs: The primary suite features a large, newly remodeled master bathroom with dual sinks and a luxurious shower with dual shower heads. The spacious bedroom includes a queen bed and 2 walk-in closets with custom built-in shelving. A convenient new hallway bathroom with a shower serves guests upstairs. An oversized living area has a game room on one side and a comfortable TV sitting area on the other. The chef's kitchen boasts a downdraft stovetop on the large center island, abundant high-quality custom pull-out drawers and cabinets, and a walk-in pantry. A cozy fireplace in the dining room adds warmth. The elevator provides effortless access from the 2-car garage--perfect for groceries and luggage. Downstairs: 2 large bedrooms and a full bathroom, plus an attached bunk room/lanai. The spacious main bedroom offers a queen bed and a generous walk-in closet. The guest bedroom features 3 beds and a walk-in closet. There is plenty of natural light and direct access to the patio, garage, outdoor shower, and detached shed. The bunk room/lanai includes a bunk bed with a pull-out bed and back door access to a walkway leading towards beach access. Outdoor Living & Entertaining: Fripp Island living shines outdoors, and 609 Dolphin delivers. Enjoy a covered patio, an open outdoor sitting area with a gas fire pit, and 2 large decks. A spacious 2-car garage and a large driveway (space for 3+ cars) enhance the rental appeal. The detached shed/man-woman cave provides the perfect spot for woodworking, arts & crafts, or extra storage. Exceptional Rental Potential: With a flexible layout ideal for large groups and multi-generational vacations, direct beach access, and a short walk to Center Island (Resort Restaurant, Sandbar, Island Bites, shops, pools, gym, tennis, and pickleball), this home has strong upside for vacation rentals if desired.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
196708
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Fripp Island
Status
Active
Days on market
79
On market date
June 5, 2026
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
2
Lot size
0.31 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
St. Helena Elementary
7.75 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.9
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: Below Average (2025)
Enrollment
322
Student:teacher ratio
10.1:1
District
Beaufort 01
Middle
Lady's Island Middle
11.87 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: Average (2025)
Enrollment
480
Student:teacher ratio
12.3:1
District
Beaufort 01
High
Beaufort High
12.75 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,174
Student:teacher ratio
14.7:1
District
Beaufort 01

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$199,000 down
$796,000 loan
Principal & interest$5,163
Property tax (est.)$829
Home insurance (est.)$150

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