1 Gannet Street

Forest Beach · Hilton Head Island, SC

Open, un-gated, and near the Atlantic — 1 Gannet Street brings 3,144 square feet of relaxed island living to Forest Beach, Hilton Head's south-end beach neighborhood.

A corner homesite with a generous run of decks and porches, multiple primary suites, and recent improvements — a brand-new roof and new HVAC — that make it move-in ready.

$1,695,0004 Beds  ·  4 Baths  ·  3,144 Sq Ft  ·  Corner Lot

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4Bedrooms
4Baths
3,144Sq Ft
1967Year Built
Corner LotHomesite
504477MLS

Notable features

Balcony, PatioSmoke DetectorsLandscaped views

The Residence

1 Gannet Street

On a corner homesite in Forest Beach — Hilton Head's open, un-gated beach neighborhood — 1 Gannet Street offers 3,144 square feet of relaxed island living across a generous succession of decks and porches, with multiple primary suites and an abundance of room for owners and guests. Coligny Beach and the shops and restaurants of Coligny Plaza sit nearby, and recent improvements — including a brand-new roof and new HVAC — leave the home move-in ready.

The Highlights

In Forest Beach, the day sorts itself by light and shade — the landscaped grounds and open porches lending one hour to coffee outdoors and the next to something cooler and quieter as the south end settles. The home's several suites let a full house keep its own hours, each retreat holding its privacy while the gathering rooms stay easy and unhurried. It is a 1967 island house carried into a current, well-kept life — one that asks little and returns the particular ease of living within reach of the Atlantic.

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The Setting

Forest Beach

Forest Beach is Hilton Head Island's beachfront heart — a relaxed, low-key, Atlantic-front neighborhood on the island's south end, divided into North Forest Beach and South Forest Beach. Unlike the island's gated plantations, it is open and un-gated: directly on the sand and near Coligny Beach Park and the shops and restaurants of Coligny Plaza.

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Tristan O'Grady

Tristan O'Grady

Realtor · eXp ICON Agent, Co-Founder, COAST

Co-founder of COAST, Brokered by eXp Realty and one of Hilton Head Island's most trusted names in deepwater, oceanfront, and waterfront luxury homes. An eXp ICON agent serving Hilton Head, Bluffton, and the Lowcountry.

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COAST is an eXp Luxury member team, and qualifying luxury listings are marketed through eXp's international luxury program — not only to the local market. That reach spans eXp's global network of 80,000+ agents in around 30 countries, layered on top of COAST's own Hilton Head marketing engine (dedicated listing pages, cinematic media, and AI-era search visibility).

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Questions

Frequently asked

Can you short-term rent a home in Forest Beach on Hilton Head Island, and what does the Town permit cost for a 4-bedroom?

Yes — Forest Beach is un-gated with no community rental-approval layer, so short-term rentals follow the Town of Hilton Head ordinance: a permit at $150 per bedroom per year, about $600 for this 4-bedroom home, plus a Town business license and quarterly tax filing. These figures are estimates and can change — confirm the current amounts with Tristan O'Grady before you rely on them.

What is it like owning a second home in un-gated Forest Beach versus a gated Hilton Head plantation?

Forest Beach is one of the island's few open, un-gated beachside neighborhoods — no gate and no community rental-approval step, with Coligny Beach Park and Coligny Plaza close by. Gated plantations add private amenities and controlled access; Forest Beach offers direct beach living and strong rental demand.

How close is Forest Beach to Coligny Beach Park and Coligny Plaza?

Forest Beach wraps directly around Coligny Beach Park — the island's most popular, most accessible public beach — and Coligny Plaza, the south end's hub for shopping and dining. This home sits moments from the ocean and that action, in one of Hilton Head's most sought-after south-end locations.

Is a renovated 1960s home in Forest Beach a good value for a near-beach second home on Hilton Head?

Yes — at $1,695,000 for 3,144 square feet on an oversized corner homesite this close to the beach, the value is in the location and completeness rather than square footage or age. Near-beach Forest Beach inventory is finite, and recent improvements including a brand-new roof cut near-term upkeep.

Is a 4-bedroom, 4-bath Forest Beach home big enough to host guests and still rent well?

Yes — with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, over 3,000 square feet, multiple primary suites, and an open floor plan built for gathering, there's generous room for guests. Its near-beach Forest Beach location draws consistent vacation-rental demand for the weeks you're not using it yourself.

The home was built in 1967 — has it been updated, or will I need to renovate?

It has seen substantial recent improvements, including a brand-new roof, so the major near-term projects are already handled. The 3,144 square feet live light-filled and comfortable today; your agent can share the full list of updates.

There's no pool or garage — is that typical for a home at this price in Forest Beach?

In near-beach Forest Beach, value centers on location and space more than private amenities — this home delivers 3,144 square feet on an oversized corner homesite shaded by majestic oaks, moments from Coligny Beach Park. Your agent can confirm whether a pool addition is feasible on the lot.

If I rent it out, what taxes and filings are involved beyond the permit?

Alongside the Town permit, an owner needs a Town business license and must collect and remit accommodations and sales taxes — roughly 9–13% of gross rental revenue — filed quarterly with the Town's Revenue Services Office. Your agent can confirm the current exact rates.

Is Hilton Head a good place to buy a vacation or second home?

Hilton Head Island has been drawing second-home buyers back for generations — the island's pace and natural character are a large part of what holds that appeal over time. A home like 1 Gannet Street in Forest Beach — 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3,144 square feet on a private corner homesite — is the kind of property that works as a personal retreat and earns its place year after year. To talk through what ownership on the island actually looks like, reach Tristan O'Grady at 843-301-3333.

What does a 3–4 bedroom home in Hilton Head cost in the $1.5M–$2.5M range?

1 Gannet Street in Forest Beach is a strong benchmark in that range: a 4-bedroom, 4-bath home with 3,144 square feet on a corner homesite, priced at $1,695,000. It has multiple primary suites and multiple decks and porches — real square footage, thoughtfully arranged. Tristan O'Grady can share what else is available at this price point: 843-301-3333.

How is the Hilton Head luxury home market for out-of-area second-home buyers right now?

The Hilton Head luxury market remains active for buyers coming from outside the area — well-priced properties with space and character move. 1 Gannet Street in Forest Beach, at $1,695,000 for 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 3,144 square feet on a corner homesite, is a clear example of what's available at this level right now. For a candid read on current inventory and timing, call Tristan O'Grady at 843-301-3333.

What is the best area of Hilton Head Island for a coastal second home around $2 million?

Forest Beach is one of Hilton Head's most established neighborhoods for a second home in that range — and 1 Gannet Street, a 4-bedroom, 4-bath home on a corner homesite, is available now at $1,695,000. At 3,144 square feet with multiple primary suites and layered decks and porches, it's built for the way people actually use an island home. Tristan O'Grady can walk you through the neighborhood in detail: 843-301-3333.

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“Tristan's knowledge and experience was invaluable. He guided every one of our vacation-rental properties to a successful close. I would highly recommend Tristan.”
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