James island
During the 19th century, plantations were built on James Island, along with the village of Secessionville, a summer retreat for plantation owners. The Civil War began on James Island on the morning of April 12, 1861, when Confederate forces at Fort Johnson fired on Union-occupied Fort Sumter. Both forts were located on the island's northern shore. Fort Sumter can now be accessed via ferry from the Charleston Aquarium. Fort Johnson, now home to several maritime research agencies, also has public hiking trails and fishing access, and houses the Hollings Marine Laboratory.
Now James Island is a more urbanized community, laced by tidal creeks and surrounded by rivers and waterways, the island offers a large variety of waterfront lots, and newly developed neighborhoods that overlook Wadmalaw Sound and the Kiawah and Stono rivers. Situated between downtown Charleston and Folly Beach, James Island offers you the best of both worlds with quick access to area golf courses, the equestrian center, Kiawah Island and Seabrook Islands. Families can choose from a number of recreational opportunities, including those available at the popular James Island County Park. This incredible 643-acre park offers biking, nature trails, a climbing wall, an elaborate playground, pedal boats, kayaking, 16 acres of lagoons, fishing and crabbing dock, and picnic areas. Splash Zone, located inside the park, is a well-rounded water playground offering two 200-foot tube slides, a 500-foot lazy river, a leisure pool, and a Caribbean play structure with interactive elements. James Island County Park is also host to the Holiday Festival of Lights, a local favorite attraction that begins on Thanksgiving and runs through the New Year celebration.
james island Listings
925 Preston Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Fort Johnson Estates
Residential
Large lot in cul de sac with panoramic marsh and creek views. View ships entering the harbor. Rear yard has beautiful large oak trees. Dock in plac...
685 Windward Court
Charleston, SC 29412
Lighthouse Point
Residential
On beautiful and sought-after James Island, this lovely home of Old Charleston brick exudes southern charm with modern updates, in a highly desired...
725 Beauregard Street
Charleston, SC 29412
Clearview
Residential
Classic James Island ranch in the popular Clearview subdivision! This sprawling single story home features four bedrooms and 3 full baths, along wi...
764 Creekside Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Lighthouse Point
Residential
Welcome to a slice of paradise where modern elegance meets unmatched location. This beautiful home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a l...
4016 Crockett Court
Charleston, SC 29412
Residential
CONSTRUCTION IS ROLLING and the home is tracking for a JULY completion...just in time for summer fun! The Elm floorplan has it all...the spacious f...
Increase +$27,665
425 Riverland Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Stono Terrace
Residential
Welcome to 425 Riverland Drive, located in sought-after James Island. Just a short stroll from Riverland Terrace, the Charleston Municipal Golf Cou...
667 Goodlet Circle
Charleston, SC 29412
Seaside Plantation
Residential
Picturesque Family Home with Pond ViewWelcome to your dream home! This beautiful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence boasts 3395 square feet of open li...
520 Woodland Shores Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Woodland Shores
Residential
Looking for a home with close proximity to downtown, beaches and county park AND NO HOA fees. Lots of parking space for your boat. This is a well m...
942 W Oceanview Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Oceanview
Residential
Rarely does a true DEEPWATER property in such a great location come available! Great views of Clark Sound on one side and tidal creek on the other....
18 Wappoo Creek Place
Charleston, SC 29412
Wappoo Creek Place
Residential
Located just 10 minutes from historic Charleston, 20 minutes from Folly Beach and minutes to James Island Shopping Center. This end unit townhome h...
1993 Hollings Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Residential
Just down the street from golf, shopping, dining & the Terrace Theatre...this amazing location is just the start of why you'll want 1993 Hollings R...
666 Beauregard Street
Charleston, SC 29412
Clearview
Residential
Amazing home in sought after Clearview subdivision! Wait till you see how well maintained this traditional brick exterior ranch style home has been...
1004 Riverland Dr
James Island, SC 29412
Residential
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION! Welcome to James Island and the quaint Ferguson Village! Close to the incredible amenities of James Island County Park, and ...
Reduced -$20,000
976 McElveen Street
Charleston, SC 29412
Lawton Park
Residential
Beautiful 5 bedroom, 3 bath home with open floor plan living space. Separate dining. downstairs bedroom could be a guest room, study/office or play...
Reduced -$12,890
14 Wappoo Creek Place
Charleston, SC 29412
Wappoo Creek Place
Residential
A true gem situated just 10 minutes from Downtown Charleston. A fabulous central location convenient to surrounding shopping centers and restaurant...
Reduced -$20,000
1555 Scott Hill Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Residential
Wonderfully remodeled home with a huge yard. Walk or bike to almost everything! Close to James Island Elementary School and the new James Island Li...
234 Woodland Shores Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Woodland Shores
Residential
Welcome to 234 Woodland Shores on James Island. Ideally located one block from the thriving Riverland Terrace five-points district this 1932 James ...
Reduced -$5,000
683 Goodlet Circle
Charleston, SC 29412
Seaside Farms
Residential
Lovely home on a quiet street in Seaside Plantation on James Island. Conveniently located in the Stonebridge subsection right off Sessionville Rd. ...
733 Goodlet Circle
Charleston, SC 29412
Seaside Plantation
Residential
A $2,500 Lender Credit is available and will be applied towards the buyer's closing costs and pre-paids if the buyer chooses to use the seller's pr...
Reduced -$18,000
1030 Greenhill Rd
Charleston, SC 29412
Royal
Residential
Welcome home to 1030 Greenhill! This renovated ranch home is nestled on an almost 1/3 acre lot in a quiet and established James Island neighborhood...
Reduced -$15,000
1594 Ocean Neighbors Boulevard
Charleston, SC 29412
Ocean Neighbors
Residential
Situated on small tidal creek, this home offers a fair amount of privacy for Ocean Neighbors. 5 beds and 3 full baths with tons of updates. Fresh p...