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4 bd
3 ba
2,674 sqft
2 stories
2-car

Home inWaterside - Coastline SeriesbyMeritage Homes

8226 Essence Dr, Longs, SC 29568

Last saved price from $424,990

Single-Family
$158.93/sqft
109 days on Jome

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About this Home

This home is sold. The information provided reflects details of the home when it was on the market.

Sip your coffee from the Chatham’s charming back patio. Inside, versatile flex spaces allow you to customize the main level to fit your needs. The impressive primary suite boasts dual sinks and a large walk-in closet.

May also be listed on the Meritage Homes website

Information last verified by Jome: Monday at 12:25 AM (April 20, 2026)

Home details

*Pricing and availability are subject to change.

Property status:: Sold
Size:: 2,674 sqft
Stories:: 2
Beds:: 4

Baths:: 3
Garage spaces:: 2
HERS index:: 61

Construction details

Builder Name:: Meritage Homes

Home features & finishes

Garage/Parking:: Garage

Community details

Waterside - Coastline Series

by Meritage Homes, Longs, SC

from$384,490

2 homes
1,648 - 2,950 sqft

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Home at address 2874 Tranquility Lp, Longs, SC 29568
$487,490
Move-in ready
- 5 bd
- 3 ba
- 2,950 sqft
2874 Tranquility Lp, Longs, SC 29568

About the builder - Meritage Homes

1985foundation year
100k+homes delivered
325communities on Jome
2,421homes on Jome

Focused on industry-leading energy efficiency, Meritage Homes has been a recognized builder of new construction homes since 1985. The company is a multi-year ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year award winner, reflecting a long-standing commitment to building sustainable and thoughtfully designed homes.

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Neighborhood

Home address

8226 Essence Dr, Longs, SC 29568

City:: Longs
County:: Horry
Zip Code:: 29568

Schools in Horry County School District

The Horry County School District serves the households of Essence Dr by Meritage Homes, maintaining a network of campuses across the area. Residents are zoned to Ocean Bay Elementary, offering Elementary grades and situated 5.1 mi away with a rating of 7. Moving forward, students attend Ocean Bay Middle, a public school for Middle grades located roughly 5.3 mi from the community. Older students finish their public education at Myrtle Beach High (High grades), positioned within 7.4 mi.

Grades PK-12Private
risen christ christian academy
2.1 mi
10595 n kings hwy
na
Grades PK-05Public
ocean bay elementary
5.1 mi
950 international drive
7/10
Grades PK-12Private
north myrtle beach christian school
5.3 mi
9535 hwy 90
na
Grades 09-12Public
academy for arts/science/technology
5.3 mi
895 international drive
na
Grades 06-08Public
ocean bay middle
5.3 mi
905 international drive
9/10
Grades PK-05Public
riverside elementary
5.7 mi
1287 highway 57 south
8/10

GreatSchools’ Summary Rating calculation is based on 4 of the school’s themed ratings, including test scores, student/academic progress, college readiness, and equity. This information should only be used as a reference. Jome is not affiliated with GreatSchools and does not endorse or guarantee this information. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility. Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2025

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Places of interest

Entertainment

Broadway at the Beach8.1 mi

Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Entertainment District13.2 mi

Airport

Myrtle Beach International Airport11.6 mi

Health Services

Conway Medical Center12.5 mi

Education

Horry-Georgetown Technical College12.6 mi

Coastal Carolina University12.9 mi

Park

Myrtle Beach State Park13.3 mi

Brookgreen Gardens25.3 mi

Huntington Beach State Park25.9 mi

River

Waccamaw River15.8 mi

Nature Reserve

Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge24.0 mi

Getting around

Travel habits in Essence Dr by Meritage Homes are often dictated by the available infrastructure. Pedestrian access is measured by a Walk Score of 3 (Car-Dependent), a useful metric for those who prefer car-free errands. The area's suitability for cycling is marked by a Bike Score of 26 (Somewhat Bikeable). These scores illustrate local transportation and mobility.

Walk score ®

3 /100

Car-Dependent

Bike score ®

26 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Air quality

In the broader Longs area, air quality is monitored to track environmental consistency. For the Jul 19, 2026, the status for Waterside - Coastline Series by Meritage Homes is reported as Good. Specific pollutant data shows OZONE at 35 (Good). These figures from AirNow help define the environmental conditions near Waterside - Coastline Series by Meritage Homes.

The 30-day average AQI:Good

050100150200300>300

PM2.5Good41

OZONEGood35

Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

Provided by AirNow

Air quality

Noise level

Current data for Waterside - Coastline Series by Meritage Homes indicates a Noise Score of Calm, labeled as Calm. This rating is derived from multiple sources, with traffic noise classified as Calm and local sources as Calm. Airport noise is also factored in as Calm. These details outline the local noise conditions without subjective interpretation.

50Calm100

Traffic noiseCalm

Local sources noiseCalm

Airports noiseCalm

A Soundscore™ rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet) that tells you how loud a location is due to environmental noise.

Financial details

8226 Essence Dr, Longs, SC 29568 is priced at $424,990, giving you the opportunity to own a piece of paradise. This home is above the area's average of $361,615, but still a competitive option.