16 Whelk St, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928
About This Home
Experiencе thе рinnaclе of οceanfront living on Ηiltοn Head Island in this fully turnkey beach home with unobstructed Atlantic Ocean views. Located on one of the island's most desirable beaches, this oceanfront property for sale offers stunning eastern exposure with unforgettable sunrises, expansive shoreline views, and the calming sound of waves crashing on the shore. Meticulously maintained and never rented, the home features a new chef's kitchen, five bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, including multiple oceanfront primary suites with private balconies overlooking the water. Enjoy a private oceanfront pool with an elevated deck designed to maximize beach and ocean views, plus a new private boardwalk that's a hop, skip, and jump to toes-in-the-sand. Use as a primary residence, second home, or high-end Hilton Head vacation rental, either way, the memories you'll make inside, outside, on the beach, and anywhere else on America's #1 Island are priceless, while the potential for high rental income production and future appreciation makes this a smart investment. Oceanfront homes on Hilton Head Island priced this low are a rarity, making this luxury oceanfront residence a truly exceptional opportunity. If you're going to buy oceanfront, do it like this! Now is the time to make your dreams a reality!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2002
Materials
- Roof: Slate
- Construction materials: Block,Stucco
Other
- Builder model: Custom
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Multi-Level
- Property subType: Multi Family,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Carbon Monoxide Detector,Elevator,Fireplace,Multiple Primary Suites,Multiple Closets,Smooth Ceilings,Smart Thermostat,Cable TV,Upper Level Primary,Window Treatments,New Paint
- Window features: Impact Glass,Insulated Windows,Window Treatments
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood,Stone
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric,Zoned
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,625 sqft
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R51000800005010000
- Special condition: None
- Other equipment: Dehumidifier
Features
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated,Propane Heat,Private
- Patio & porch: Balcony,Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony,Deck,Outdoor Shower,Propane Tank - Owned,Propane Tank - Leased,Storm/Security Shutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 9,147 sqft
- Features: Waterfront,< 1/4 Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage,Two Car Garage,Unassigned
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Coastal Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Beaufort County and South Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $25,783 | $309,396 |
| Home Insurance * | $2,385 | $28,620 |
| Property Taxes | $2,124 | $25,488 |
| Electricity | $348 | $4,183 |
| Total | $30,640 | $367,680 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
South Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Price change | $5,099,000 |
| 2026-03-17 | Price change | $5,370,000 |
| 2026-03-04 | Price change | $5,470,000 |
| 2026-01-16 | Listed for sale | $5,490,000 |
| 2018-01-30 | Sold | $1,675,000 |
| 2017-12-17 | Pending sale | $1,950,000 |
| 2017-12-15 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
| 2015-11-05 | Listing removed | $1,950,000 |
| 2014-05-10 | Price change | $1,950,000 |
| 2013-02-02 | Price change | $2,395,000 |
| 2011-02-24 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000 |
| 2010-09-17 | Listing removed | $2,895,000 |
| 2010-06-10 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000 |
| 2010-04-16 | Listing removed | $2,895,000 |
| 2008-12-13 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000 |
| 2006-05-16 | Sold | $2,795,000 |
| 2002-07-03 | Sold | $1,850,000 |
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