$895,000 | 2 beds | 1 full baths | N/A half baths | 900 sqft
Johns Island, SC 29455
- 2Beds
- 1Full Baths
- N/AHalf Baths
- 900SqFt
- 1955Year Built
- 0.84Acres
- MLS# 26014427
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Active
- Approx Time on Market18 days
- AreaJohns Island
- CountyCharleston
- Subdivision Johns Island
Overview
Rare opportunity to own a true deepwater property less than 9 miles from Downtown Charleston for under $1M! Situated on 0.84 acres along Penny's Creek, 1269 River Road offers an incredibly hard-to-find combination of deepwater access, updated construction, and future expansion potential. The property features a private dock with floater and 6,000lb boat lift, providing approximately 6ft of water at low tide for easy access to Charleston's waterways. The charming cottage was completely renovated down to the studs by the current owner, blending modern systems and finishes with timeless Lowcountry character. Inside, you'll find stunning maple hardwood floors throughout, an open-concept floorplan, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and abundant natural light......Major upgrades include all new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, Anderson high-impact windows, spray foam insulation, and a generator transfer switch for added peace of mind. A standing seam metal roof and crushed oyster shell driveway complete the home's coastal aesthetic.One of the home's standout features is the expansive screened porch overlooking the water -- the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying sunset views over Penny's Creek.For buyers seeking even more potential, fully engineered plans convey for a future main house just under 3,000 square feet featuring 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an office, and approximately 870 square feet of porches. Whether enjoyed as a turnkey waterfront retreat, primary residence, or future estate site, opportunities like this are exceptionally rare in the Charleston market.
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Fullbaths: 1
Building Info
Levels: One
Window Features: Thermal Windows/Doors, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Year Built: 1955
Floors: Wood
Business Info
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fence - Metal Enclosed, Rear Only
Misc Ext: Screened, Porch
Exterior Features: Boatlift, Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Stoop
Style: Cottage
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living/Dining Combo
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.84
Lot Desc: .5 - 1 Acre, High, Level, Marshview, Riverview
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.84
Lot Sqft: 36590.4
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 1
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Cement Siding
Roof: Metal
Property Subtype: No
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 2
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
Sale / Lease Info
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 900
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Dominion Energy, John IS Water Co
Heating: Yes
Heat: Central
Water Sewer: Septic Tank
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Water Front Features: Marshfront, River Access, River Front, Tidal Creek, Waterfront - Deep, Waterfront - Shallow
Waterfront: Yes
Directions
From Downtown Charleston, Take Maybank Highway To Johns Island. Right Onto River Road. Property Is On The Right Just Before The New Roundabout.Courtesy of listing office Beach Residential
MLS# 26015377 
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