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James Island Real Estate
Noteworthy not only as the place where the first shots of the Civil War were fired but also as the boyhood home of presidential “candidate,” political satirist and comedian Stephen Colbert, James Island is separated from downtown Charleston by the Ashley River, from neighboring Johns Island by the Stono River and from the mainland by Wappoo Cut and Wappoo Creek.
Once home for up to 20 plantations, James Island was primarily a rural area from Colonial times until about World War II. Since then, the island has grown into a dynamic and thriving community of about 40,000 with roughly half living in the Charleston city limits and the lucky half – as far as taxes go – living in the Town of James Island, incorporated in 2006. Charging no property tax, the Town instead operates off of fees from business licenses and sales tax revenue. And for anyone looking for some island trivia, the island is not one but two islands, being cut in half by Ellis Creek.
With virtually every home style and type represented, the island’s neighborhoods also offer just about every type lot setting with the exception of oceanfront property, although the six-mile stretch of beach at Folly Beach is mere minutes away. The island does offer homes among ancient stands of moss-draped oak trees and waterfront homes on its rivers, marshes and an expansive network of tidal creeks. Both new construction and existing homes are available.
Recreational opportunities include pleasure boating, fishing, shrimping, kayaking and golf as well as one of Charleston’s favorite parks, James Island County Park. Residents of James Island also enjoy the annual Holiday Festival of Lights with a three-mile drive through of thousands upon thousands of lights and displays.
This is a beautiful and somewhat secluded place to call home and worthy of a visit to see. Call us for a tour!
James Island Recent Listings
Welcome to 789 Shell Sand Road, located in one of the best sections of James Island. Perfectly situated in the Harbor Oaks neighborhood right off of Harbor View Road, thi...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26023646 MLS
- Harbor Oaks SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to this spacious and beautifully refreshed James Island townhome, ideally located in a charming community less than five miles from downtown Charleston! The main ...
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 26023636 MLS
- Harborwalk SubDv.
- Active Status
Rare opportunity on highly desirable James Island! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious quarter-acre lot and is already framed and ready for its next owner to b...
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26023612 MLS
- Lynwood SubDv.
- Active Status
Looking for a relaxing little retreat on 0.28 AC, ''No HOA'' in James Island around the corner of Fort Johnson Rd, just a few minutes from Charleston Downtown, few minute...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26023583 MLS
- Woodhaven SubDv.
- Active Status
812 Harbor Place Drive is a charming waterfront home nestled in the sought-after Harbor Place neighborhood on James Island. Overlooking the peaceful waters of Lake France...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26023564 MLS
- Harbor Place SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 550 Fleming Road, a beautifully maintained home in the heart of Charleston. Built just four years ago, this modern residence offers the perfect blend of comfor...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26023526 MLS
- James Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to your Lowcountry retreat on James Island! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch home with an attached two car garage perfectly balances modern...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26023490 MLS
- Farmington SubDv.
- Active Status
Located at 1715 Houghton Drive is a beautifully maintained, single-story mid-century cottage in the Laurel Park subdivision that perfectly blends classic character with m...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26023469 MLS
- Laurel Park SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 759 Lake Frances Drive, this beautifully renovated waterfront home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac overlooking the 24-acre Lake Frances. The home features 4 bedroom...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26023436 MLS
- Lake Shore Commons SubDv.
- Active Status
Set on a fully fenced, almost half acre corner lot, this property gives you space, privacy, AND freedom from a HOA, all just 10 minutes from Folly Beach and Downtown Char...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26023409 MLS
- Mccalls Corner SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 1408 Burningtree Road, ideally situated in one of Charleston's most sought-after neighborhoods, Country Club II. This beautiful two-story brick home sits on a ...
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 26023157 MLS
- Country Club Ii SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to this charming one-level brick home ideally located on James Island. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and a spacious .35-acre corner lot, this inviting pr...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 26023140 MLS
- South Riverview SubDv.
- Active Status
Prime James Island Location -- .33-Acre Corner Lot with Real Upside Tucked into the established Lynwood neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch sits on one of the larg...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26023080 MLS
- Lynwood SubDv.
- Active Status
Proposed construction on a stunning half-acre tidal creek homesite in the established and highly desirable Seaside Estates on James Island. Experience the best of both wo...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26023024 MLS
- Seaside Plantation SubDv.
- Active Status
Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after Crosscreek community of James Island, 27 Westside Drive is a beautifully updated Cape Cod-style home that blends tim...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26022996 MLS
- Crosscreek SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 3 BR, 2 BA corner-unit condo offering more than 1,400 sq ft of living space in the gated and well-located (5 mins to downtown C...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26022995 MLS
- Mira Vista SubDv.
- Active Status
Situated on a private half-acre lot beneath a canopy of mature oak trees, this beautiful home was built in 2018 and is tucked away from the road in James Island's sought-...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26022923 MLS
- Woodland Shores SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to the heart of James Island! This well-maintained townhome is in great condition and move-in ready, offering the perfect opportunity to start enjoying the James ...
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 26022884 MLS
- Rivers Point Row SubDv.
- Active Status
Perfectly positioned on James Island, this unique property offers the best of both worlds--just 10 minutes to downtown Charleston and 10 minutes to the beach, yet with th...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26022875 MLS
- Pineview SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to this beautiful home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after area of James Island--perfectly situated between the sandy shores of Folly Beach a...
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26022810 MLS
- Lynwood SubDv.
- Active Status