$237,000
SOLD MAR 30, 2026

897 Fording Island Rd Unit 809 Bluffton, SC 29910

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,001 Sq Ft
1997 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 30, 2026

$237 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

133 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Okatie Elementary School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of March 2026

New Year, New Price! Prepare to be impressed by this stunning, first-floor showstopper tucked away with a peaceful wooded view. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,001 square feet of stylish, move-in-ready living-perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors. Enjoy a brand-new walk-in shower (over $10K upgrade), new windows, newer HVAC, all-new flooring throughout, fresh paint, and updated lighting. The fully upgraded kitchen features granite countertops and brand-new appliances. At the same time, a spacious laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer, along with a large storage closet, adds everyday convenience. Located in a gated community within Belfair Village, you're just steps from shopping, dining, and medical facilities. This ideal Bluffton location is minutes from charming Old Town Bluffton, craft breweries, a distillery, fishing, and vibrant art and cultural venues. The beach is only a 25-minute drive, with two Tanger Outlet Centers and abundant shopping along the way. Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is just 30 minutes away, and Hilton Head Airport is under 20 minutes. Bluffton offers the perfect blend of Southern charm and rich history. An investor's dream-everything has been upgraded. See it for yourself and fall in love-this opportunity won't last. Scheduling is EZ & quick.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diane Barber SFR,ABR

Realty One Group - Lowcountry (597) Listed on: 10/22/2025

Realty One Group - Lowcountry (597)

Last Buyer's Agent

Collins Group

Collins Group Realty (291)

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

HOA Fees

  • $335 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Unassigned Parking

Home Design

  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,001 Sq Ft Home
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Tinted Windows
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Views of Woods
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 809
  • Assessor Parcel Number R600-031-000-0162-0809

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, common areas, insurance, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, pool(s), reserve fund, sewer, trash, pest control
  • Plantation Point Subdivision

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs Allowed

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Card or Code Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$335 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Individual
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Subdivision Name: PLANTATION POINT
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Multiple Closets, New Paint, Smooth Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Living Area: 1001.0
  • Dining Room Type: Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Tinted Windows, Screens

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Block, Stucco
  • Direction Faces: Unknown
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Unassigned

Utilities

  • Security: Security Gate, Key Card Entry, Security Guard
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Pool
  • Amenities: Fitness Center, Pool, Guard, Trash
  • Association Fee: 335.24
  • Pets Allowed: Dogs OK, Size Limit, Yes, Owner Only

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Common Areas, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Pool(s), Reserve Fund, Sewer, Trash, Pest Control

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: R600-031-000-0162-0809

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 809

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2025
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Elliott Jill C and Mckinney Merry Lee
Bought by
Mcguire Nellie and Mcguire Philip
Seller's Agent
Fran K11 Agent
Island Realty (583)
Buyer's Agent
Diane Barber SFR,ABR
Realty One Group - Lowcountry (597)
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$264,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-1.67%
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$234,000
Outstanding Balance
$231,902
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2023
Sold by
Baker Alexis
Bought by
Elliott Jill C and Mckinney Merry Lee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2021
Sold by
Defazio Umberto A and Defazio Magdalena A
Bought by
Baker Alexis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,250
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2017
Sold by
Hanlon Kevin P and Hanlon Marlena D
Bought by
Defazio Umberto A and Defazio Magdalena A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2005
Sold by
Kings Ashley Plantation Apartments Llc
Bought by
Hanlon Kevin P and Hanlon Marlena D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,992
Interest Rate
7.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $264,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $236,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $180,000 None Available
Deed $102,500 None Available
Limited Warranty Deed $154,990 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $234,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $166,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $123,992 New Conventional
Closed $15,499 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/30/2026 03/30/26 Sold $237,000 -0.8% $237 / Sq Ft
03/04/2026 03/04/26 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2026 01/21/26 Price Changed $239,000 -2.4% $239 / Sq Ft
01/07/2026 01/07/26 Price Changed $245,000 -5.4% $245 / Sq Ft
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Price Changed $259,000 -4.0% $259 / Sq Ft
10/22/2025 10/22/25 For Sale $269,900 +2.0% $270 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Sold $264,500 -1.7% $264 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/12/2025 03/12/25 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2025 03/10/25 For Sale $269,000 -- $269 / Sq Ft
Source: REsides

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $944 $9,440 $0 $0
2024 $944 $14,160 $0 $0
2023 $3,488 $7,780 $0 $0
2022 $2,779 $10,800 $0 $0
2021 $1,471 $5,770 $0 $0
2020 $1,424 $5,770 $0 $0
2019 $1,404 $5,770 $0 $0
2018 $1,326 $5,770 $0 $0
2017 $627 $2,550 $0 $0
2016 $619 $2,550 $0 $0
2014 $1,248 $2,550 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: REsides

MLS Number: 502330

REsides

APN: R600-031-000-0162-0809

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