James Island Deep Water, Lakefront, and Tidal Creek Homes for sale in Charleston, SC

The James Island section of Charleston , SC offers exclusive waterfront homes for sale with deep water access to the Charleston Harbor with various creeks and inlets.  The deep water homes on James Island  are typically in the higher end price ranges with price tags starting typically at not less than the over 1 million mark. Tidal creek homes can be found on James Island  are typically limited in supply.

Keep in mind, when looking at waterfront homes for sale on James Island, it is important to look for different factors that may have an impact on your boating. For example, if you have a deep keeled sailboat and are purchasing a deep water home, Ellis Creek may not be ideal as you may have enough water at your dock., but a sandbar may impede full access to open water. There is also a low bridge over Ellis Creek, so power boats may find good access, but sailboats may not. 

If you have a large fishing boat, water and power at the dock important aspects, and without too much effort a dock can certainly be retrofitted if needed. There is also the option of storing your boat at either the Folly Marina or the Ripley Light marina near the popular California Dreaming restaurant. It is always very important to check the depths at both low and high tide to validate if the property will work well with your situation. These are all of the waterfront houses for sale the James Island section of Charleston, South Carolina 29412.


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42 Photos 812 Farnham Road Charleston, SC 29412

812 Farnham Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Lawton Bluff
Residential

MLS# 25020815 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1624 Sqft

Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Lawton Bluff--just 10 minutes to historic Downtown Charleston and less than 15 minutes to the sandy shor... 

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$615,000
Provided courtesy of The Real Estate Firm
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Open House: Sun Aug 3rd, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1250 Wide Water Court Charleston, SC 29412

1250 Wide Water Court
Charleston, SC 29412
Bayview Farms
Residential

MLS# 25020773 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1356 Sqft

Welcome Home to 1250 Wide Water Ct located in highly desirable Bayview Farms in booming James Island. As you pull into the driveway you are greeted... 

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$650,000
Provided courtesy of ChuckTown Homes Powered by Keller Williams
39 Photos 2012 Telfair Way Charleston, SC 29412

2012 Telfair Way
Charleston, SC 29412
Mira Vista
Residential

MLS# 25020738 / Active
2 br, 2 ba, 1120 Sqft

Welcome to 2012 Telfair Way, a beautifully updated first-floor condo in the sought-after Mira Vista Condominiums. From the moment you step inside, ... 

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$419,900
Provided courtesy of Maven Realty
35 Photos 1404 Ivy Isle Drive Charleston, SC 29412

1404 Ivy Isle Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Oakcrest
Residential

MLS# 25020675 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1980 Sqft

Charming home offers 3 Bedrooms and 2 full Baths with no HOA restrictions. Located on a large .29 acre corner lot in a desirable James Island neigh... 

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$536,000
Provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
22 Photos 700 Daniel Ellis Drive UNIT #2201 Charleston, SC 29412

700 Daniel Ellis Drive UNIT #2201
Charleston, SC 29412
The Peninsula Condominiums
Residential

MLS# 25020616 / Active
1 br, 1 ba, 765 Sqft

One bedroom, one bathroom condo on second floor with porch overlooking greenspace & tennis courts. Located in The Peninsula on James Island which i... 

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$195,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
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Open House: Tomorrow 12:00pm - 2:00pm
618 Parrot Point Drive Charleston, SC 29412

618 Parrot Point Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Belle Terre
Residential

MLS# 25020578 / Active
4 br, 4 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3750 Sqft

Ageless live oaks frame this custom-crafted Low Country home set on Parrot Creek. Casual boating, paddling, or fishing excursions await from its pr... 

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$4,000,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate Folly Beach
72 Photos 1338 Garrison Street Charleston, SC 29412

1338 Garrison Street
Charleston, SC 29412
Secessionville
Residential

MLS# 25020478 / Active
2 br, 1 ba, 1000 Sqft

 

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$540,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
31 Photos 2026 Telfair Way Charleston, SC 29412

2026 Telfair Way
Charleston, SC 29412
Mira Vista
Residential

MLS# 25020330 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1416 Sqft

Tucked inside the gated community of Mira Vista on James Island, this rare 3-bedroom, 2-bath end-unit condo blends thoughtful updates with an unbea... 

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$479,000
Provided courtesy of The Boulevard Company
34 Photos 700 Daniel Ellis Drive UNIT #9301 Charleston, SC 29412

700 Daniel Ellis Drive UNIT #9301
Charleston, SC 29412
Peninsula
Residential

MLS# 25020329 / Active
2 br, 2 ba, 1068 Sqft

Welcome to this beautifully maintained third-floor condominium in the desirable Peninsula community -- just 5 minutes from downtown Charleston and ... 

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$260,000
Provided courtesy of Debbie Fisher Hometown Realty, LLC
14 Photos 1705 Bella Terra Lane Charleston, SC 29412

1705 Bella Terra Lane
Charleston, SC 29412
Heritage Village
Residential

MLS# 25020312 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1144 Sqft

Motivated Seller! Charming 3BR, 2BA home in one of James Island's most desirable neighborhoods just 6 miles to Folly Beach, 2 miles to the James Is... 

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$399,950
Reduced -$50
Provided courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Charleston West Ashley
34 Photos 822 Piccadilly Circle Charleston, SC 29412

822 Piccadilly Circle
Charleston, SC 29412
Lockwood Hall
Residential

MLS# 25020199 / Active
3 br, 3 ba, 1480 Sqft

Welcome to 822 Piccadilly Circle, conveniently located on James Island, just minutes from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach. Zoned for the highly... 

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$615,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
36 Photos 1767 Santee Street Charleston, SC 29412

1767 Santee Street
Charleston, SC 29412
Centerville
Residential

MLS# 25020194 / Active
2 br, 1 ba, 1295 Sqft

Presenting 1767 Santee St in Charleston, SC 29412--an inviting home situated on a spacious 0.34-acre lot. This meticulously maintained home feature... 

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$475,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
57 Photos 1153 Pauline Avenue Charleston, SC 29412

1153 Pauline Avenue
Charleston, SC 29412
Mccalls Corner
Residential

MLS# 25020179 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1319 Sqft

Charming Renovated Coastal Cottage on a Picturesque James Island Corner LotWelcome to this beautifully updated coastal cottage, ideally situated on... 

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$624,900
Reduced -$24,100
Provided courtesy of Reside Real Estate LLC
18 Photos 1495 Woodview Lane James Island, SC 29412

1495 Woodview Lane
James Island, SC 29412
Westchester
Residential

MLS# 25020136 / Active
3 br, 1 ba, 1050 Sqft

Incredible opportunity to own an affordable brick ranch on James Island with tremendous potential. The property features over 1,000 sq ft along wit... 

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$395,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
28 Photos 1024 Greenhill Road Charleston, SC 29412

1024 Greenhill Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Royal
Residential

MLS# 25020084 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1525 Sqft

Tucked away at the end of a quiet street in the heart of James Island, this beautiful new construction home offers the perfect blend of comfort, st... 

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$599,990
Provided courtesy of The Boulevard Company
63 Photos 1667 Back Creek Road Charleston, SC 29412

1667 Back Creek Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Village Of Secessionville
Residential

MLS# 25020012 / Active
3 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3490 Sqft

Rare offering in desireable Village at Secessionville! Deep water dock, owner measures 3-3.5' at low water at new drive-on floating dock! Short, ra... 

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$2,900,000
Provided courtesy of The Boulevard Company
27 Photos 1764 Ashworth Lane James Island, SC 29412

1764 Ashworth Lane
James Island, SC 29412
Queensborough
Residential

MLS# 25019942 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1974 Sqft

They just don't build them like this anymore.Tucked away on a quiet street in an established James Island neighborhood, this well-maintained brick ... 

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$595,000
Provided courtesy of Tabby Realty LLC
75 Photos 1632 N Relyea Avenue Charleston, SC 29412

1632 N Relyea Avenue
Charleston, SC 29412
Clarks Point
Residential

MLS# 25019936 / Active
5 br, 4 ba, 3328 Sqft

Nestled on nearly half an acre of pristine deep‑water frontage on James Island--with no HOA--this luxury retreat offers an idyllic Lowcountry lifes... 

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$1,975,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
44 Photos 1540 Fort Johnson Road Charleston, SC 29412

1540 Fort Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29412
James Island
Residential

MLS# 25019926 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1278 Sqft

If you've been holding out for a smart, well-renovated home in a solid James Island location, this one's worth a look.1540 Fort Johnson Rd is a 3-b... 

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$549,900
Provided courtesy of Brand Name Real Estate
65 Photos 1462 Harborsun Drive Charleston, SC 29412

1462 Harborsun Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Wexford Sound
Residential

MLS# 25019923 / Active
4 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2714 Sqft

Welcome to this stunning waterfront 4 bedroom 3.5 bathroom home that includes a dock and views in every room! Don't miss your chance to own a slice... 

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$1,735,000
Provided courtesy of Sloane Realty
54 Photos
Open House: Sat Aug 2nd, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
644 Cloudbreak Court Charleston, SC 29412

644 Cloudbreak Court
Charleston, SC 29412
Cloudbreak Court
Residential

MLS# 25019859 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2408 Sqft

Southern Charm Meets Charleston Elegance on James Island!Welcome to your dream home -- a stunning example of Lowcountry Southern charm nestled in t... 

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$925,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
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