These are some of the most sought after on the East Coast. The barrier island location has such a great history and careful commercial controls that it maintains a very family oriented feel, as well as an upscale yet charming beach community in Charleston.
Sullivan's Island occupies a very small 3 square miles of the East Coast. This 3 square miles makes up a very major percentage of the high end real estate market in Charleston, as the quality of life, and low supply of homes, versus high demand, keeps real estate values up for homeowners.
The history of the area began back during the American Revolutionary War at Fort Sullivan on June 28, 1776. Now called Fort Moultrie, and used today as a museum commemorating the efforts of General William Moultrie, this fort was built surrounded with Palmetto logs to protect in an effort to protect the control of Charleston harbor.
Though the troops were far out numbered, the resilience of these spongy logs withstood many bombs, tired out the enemies and warded off attackers. This dramatic battle stacked against all odds of winning, inspired the SC flag with it’s crescent moon (from a button on the General’s jacket) and of course the palmetto tree, symbolic of the logs.
The makeup of the island changed drastically after Hurricane Hugo of 1989. While the storm was devastating, it also brought quite a bit of insurance monies dedicated to the rebuilding of the many homes lost on island. While the area was hit quite hard and many homes severely damaged or worse, the result 20 years later are newer homes rebuilt to today’s hurricane standards, while a careful design to keep the charm of yesteryear remaining at the forefront.
The lifestyle on the island offers a relaxed pace and, as mentioned above, there have been careful controls put on the commercialization of the area. As a result, only a small percentage of homes on Sullivan's Island (those of which are grandfathered in) are allowed to cater to the short term rental market. For this reason, the small town family atmosphere remains without too much transient rental traffic occurring each week.
These properties start in price at about $900,000 and can move up much higher based on the lot and homes. Many of these charming beach houses are actually quite large, and boast incredible views of downtown Charleston on the south end near Fort Moultrie, panoramic Atlantic Ocean views along the beach and even deep water creek access on the back side of the island.
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1026 Middle Street
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 20002082 / Active
4 br, 4 ba, 1 Half Bath, 5615 Sqft
Located on the highly coveted west end of Sullivan's Island and within the Historic Moultrieville District, 1026 Middle Street was an original 1850...
$3,995,000
Provided courtesy of Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty
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3204 Marshall Boulevard
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 20001538 / Active
6 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3093 Sqft
3204 Marshall Blvd. is a stunning oceanfront home located on Sullivan's Island, on Breach Inlet. This house is 1 of only 22 total beachfront homes ...
$3,600,000
Provided courtesy of iSave Realty
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1420 Middle Street
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 20001521 / Active
4 br, 4 ba, 2634 Sqft
Very inviting and special island beach house. This home is located at the very quiet end of Sullivans Island. The beach, creek, or tennis courts ar...
$1,700,000
Provided courtesy of Beach Residential
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2525 Atlantic Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 20000435 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1476 Sqft
This is an amazing .51-acre oceanfront lot on Atlantic Avenue. Imagine building your dream home in this terrific location near Station 26 and livin...
$4,250,000
Provided courtesy of William Means Real Estate, LLC
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2314 Middle Street
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19032457 / Active
7 br, 5 ba, 4 Half Bath, 3506 Sqft
Location! Location! Known as the ''Spirit of '76'', this property features a magnificent home that was built in 1940 to accommodate the principal a...
$1,790,000
Provided courtesy of William Means Real Estate, LLC
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1651 Atlantic Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 19031404 / Active
4 br, 4 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3331 Sqft
FRONT ROW SULLIVANS ISLANDOutdoor living spaces abound overlooking some of the most impressive acreage on Sullivan's Island. This property rises up...
$2,950,000
Provided courtesy of Beach Residential
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1766 F Ion Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19031345 / Active
2 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1661 Sqft
A unique opportunity to own an historic luxury home on Sullivans Island with all modern features. This spacious upstairs two bedroom villa with ext...
$998,000
Reduced -$27,000
Reduced -$27,000
Provided courtesy of Dunes Properties of Mt. Pleasant
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2863 Marshall Boulevard
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 19030878 / Active
4 br, 4 ba, 2579 Sqft
LIVE on the BEACH in this amazing Beachfront home. This house is 1 of only 22 total Beachfront homes that has a short term rental license, and is ...
$3,985,000
Provided courtesy of The Boulevard Company, LLC
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2502 Ion Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19028340 / Active
5 br, 4 ba, 3381 Sqft
A HEATHER WILSON-DESIGNED, FULL RENOVATION PLAN HAS ALREADY BEEN APPROVED BY THE SULLIVAN'S ISLAND DESIGN REVIEW BOARD. PLANS IN HAND. Quintessen...
$1,875,000
Reduced -$75,000
Reduced -$75,000
Provided courtesy of East Islands Real Estate
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2679 Bayonne Street
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 19024350 / Active
3 br, 3 ba, 2200 Sqft
Wonderful oceanfront opportunity at the corner of Station 27 and Bayonne St. on Sullivan's Island. This 1/2 acre property is steps to the beach alo...
$3,195,000
Reduced -$155,000
Reduced -$155,000
Provided courtesy of Dunes Properties of Chas Inc
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1902 A Central Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19024118 / Active
3 br, 1 ba, 1742 Sqft
Circa 1896. Charming, historic home located in beautiful area of Sullivan's Island. From the moment you enter through the breezy front porch, cha...
$1,295,000
Reduced -$200,000
Reduced -$200,000
Provided courtesy of Carriage Properties LLC
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2014 Gull Drive
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19019343 / Active
4 br, 4 ba, 1 Half Bath, 4000 Sqft
Can't find the right house? Enjoy the process of designing your private coastal retreat and watch your vision come to life on this marsh front home...
$2,750,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
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2729 Bayonne Street
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 19018596 / Active
7 br, 5 ba, 4541 Sqft
Oceanfront home located next to the Station 28 beach path with wooden walk-way. This 4,500 sq. ft. home boasts seven bedrooms with one master suite...
$3,995,000
Provided courtesy of Dunes Properties of Chas Inc
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2256 Ion Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 19015856 / Active
5 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3470 Sqft
Iconic Sullivan's Island house listed in the SC Inventory of Historic Places. Charming home with great living spaces. Beautiful eat in kitchen wi...
$1,950,000
Provided courtesy of Carolina One Real Estate
51 Photos
1734 Thompson Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19013019 / Active
3 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3300 Sqft
Gorgeous Sullivans Island home with incredible panoramic views of the marsh and intracoastal waterway! This exceptional home has a gracious and ope...
$2,999,995
Reduced -$50,005
Reduced -$50,005
Provided courtesy of Maison Real Estate
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1715 Atlantic Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 19011371 / Active
8 br, 5 ba, 4766 Sqft
Rarest of the rare! Beach front Sullivan's Island home built , owned, and lovingly cared for by the same family for over 65 years can now be yours...
$4,200,000
Provided courtesy of AgentOwned Preferred Group In
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3030 Jasper Boulevard
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Sullivans Island
Residential
MLS# 19001001 / Active
5 br, 4 ba, 2 Half Bath, 4200 Sqft
Stunning, deep water home on Sullivan's Island. This exceptional 4200 sq. ft. home was custom built in 2011 and takes full advantage of its Conch C...
$4,195,000
Provided courtesy of Dunes Properties of Chas Inc
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1655 Atlantic Avenue
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
Residential
MLS# 18008330 / Active
5 br, 3 ba, 3 Half Bath, 5708 Sqft
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a modern, front-row beach house on high ground in one of the best neighborhoods on Sullivan's Island. Large...
$3,600,000
Provided courtesy of Sand Dollar Real Estate Group
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