Rare peninsula waterfront estate on privately gated Ribaut Island. Experience unparalleled coastal living in one of the most unique waterfront settings on Hilton Head Island. Situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the home features 4 ensuite bedrooms and 2 half baths, breathtaking direct views of the Port Royal Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Pine Island. Expansive glass sliders span the back of the home, flooding the interior with natural light and creating a seamless connection to the water beyond. The main level offers an open-concept kitchen and living area with soaring cathedral cantilevered ceiling, exposed beams, a gas fireplace, pass-through wet bar, and an open loft overlooking the space. A dedicated den/office with custom built-ins provides a serene workspace with stunning water views. The main-level primary suite offers a spacious bath, walk-in closet and views of the sound. The second level includes three additional bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, including a secondary primary suite with a cozy fireplace, heated bathroom floors and soaking tub. Additional highlights include a walk-in cedar closet, tankless "heat-on-demand" water heater, alarm system and 2-car garage with epoxy flooring. A true boater's paradise, this property is one of only 11 homes on the island with a private dock and dedicated boat-lift space with pilings and electrical outlets already installed. After a day on the water, unwind on the expansive back deck or enjoy the outdoor hot tub/spa while watching the tides change and local wildlife pass by. Located within the prestigious Hilton Head Plantation, Ribaut Island residents enjoy exclusive access to a community pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and additional dock facilities. Whether kayaking from your private dock to Pine Island or fishing in the sound, this exceptional home offers the ultimate Lowcountry waterfront lifestyle.
Accepting backups
$3,300,000
53 Ribaut Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4beds
5,696sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
0.71 Acres Lot
$3,172,800 Zestimate®
$579/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceExpansive back deckRare peninsula waterfront estateWalk-in cedar closetHeated bathroom floorsExposed beamsPass-through wet bar
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 14, 2026 at 12:04pm
Listed by:
Sheri Nixon 843-301-2688,
Keller Williams Realty (322)
Source: REsides, Inc.,MLS#: 504458
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Stove, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Attic, Wet Bar, Bookcases, Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fireplace, High Ceilings, Hot Tub/Spa, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Multiple Closets, Smooth Ceilings, Separate Shower, Smart Thermostat, Upper Level Primary, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Sound, Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Tinted Windows
- Fireplace features: Fireplace Screen
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,696 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Rear Porch, Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Deck, Dock, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Outdoor Shower, Propane Tank - Owned, Paved Driveway, Porch, Propane Tank - Leased, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Intercoastal, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Intercoastal,Sound
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
- Features: 1/2 to 1 Acre Lot
Details
- Parcel number: R51000100D00020000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Dehumidifier
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Details
- Builder model: Other
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC, Insulation
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Ribaut Island
HOA
- Amenities included: Dock, Fire Pit, Garden Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Guard, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
Location
- Region: Hilton Head Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $579/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,168,600
- Annual tax amount: $10,013
- Date on market: 2/4/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Estimated market value
$3,172,800
$3.01M - $3.33M
$6,485/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,300,000$579/sqft |
Source:  REsides, Inc. #504458 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,013 -63.1% | $80,210 +15% |
| 2022 | $27,157 +177.9% | $69,740 |
| 2021 | $9,771 | $69,740 |
| 2020 | -- | $69,740 |
| 2019 | $9,106 +2.2% | $69,740 |
| 2018 | $8,913 +33.7% | $69,740 +12.3% |
| 2017 | $6,667 | $62,110 |
| 2016 | $6,667 | $62,110 |
| 2015 | $6,667 | $62,110 |
| 2014 | $6,667 | $62,110 |
| 2013 | $6,667 | $62,110 |
| 2010 | $6,667 +4.8% | -- |
| 2009 | $6,359 -3.4% | -- |
| 2008 | $6,585 +7.1% | $62,263 |
| 2007 | $6,146 -40.2% | $62,263 |
| 2005 | $10,272 0% | $62,263 |
| 2004 | $10,274 +30.5% | $62,263 +76.4% |
| 2003 | $7,871 | $35,302 |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | $932,550 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$17,596/mo
Principal & interest
$16331
Property taxes
$1265
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Hilton Head Plantation
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hilton Head Island International Baccalaureate Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 5/10Hilton Head Island Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 7/10Hilton Head Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
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