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
303 Stono Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Riverland Terrace
Residential

Nestled on a 15 foot bluff along the banks of the Stono River, this elegant waterfront property offers true deepwater access and an ideal location ...
Reduced -$701,000
20 Old Summer House
Charleston, SC 29412
Point Verona
Residential

This beautiful property offers a Lowcountry lifestyle just minutes from Downtown Charleston. Deepwater dock with a 20,000 lb boatlift and a 40' flo...
Reduced -$400,000
673 Wampler Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Eastwood
Residential
Welcome to 673 Wampler Drive, a luxurious gated custom home overlooking the Charleston harbor sitting on over an acre of land draped in live oaks! ...
Reduced -$100,000
2060 St Lukes
Charleston, SC 29412
Riverland Terrace
Residential

Welcome to 2060 Saint Lukes Drive, only 10 minutes to downtown and a mere couple of blocks to all James Island has to offer: a neighborhood boat la...
Reduced -$75,000
1688 Old Military
Charleston, SC 29412
Fort Lamar
Residential

NEW CONSTRUCTION to be built by Hunter Baker Homes!!! Enjoy the incredible tidal Seaside Creek on James Island from your BRAND NEW Custom Dream Hom...
Reduced -$8,369
2073 Edisto Avenue
Charleston, SC 29412
Riverland Terrace
Residential

Welcome to 2073 Edisto Avenue located in the most desirable neighborhood on James Island, Riverland Terrace. This fully remodeled home features 4 b...
1435 Eutaw Battalion
Charleston, SC 29412
Seaside Plantation
Residential

Experience coastal living at its finest in James Island's premier waterfront community! Just minutes from Folly Beach & historic downtown Charlesto...
958 Carmel Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Whitehurst
Residential

When the street poet X to the Z, Xzibit, asked the question, ''What's the difference between me and you'', how did you answer that question while ...
Reduced -$45,100
584 Fort Johnson
Charleston, SC 29412
Eastwood
Residential

Great James Island home located in highly sought after Eastwood subdivision. The backyard is an entertainer's paradise featuring a large in-ground...
1022 Wellington Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Lawton Bluff
Residential
Absolute gem in great established neighborhood. This home has so many unique features. Beautiful hardwood, porcelain tile, granite counters in kitc...
1004 Five Oaks
Charleston, SC 29412
Patriots Plantation
Residential

This is a Fantastic LOCATION on James Island! Enjoy the many parks, beaches, eateries and shops as well as Historic Downtown Charleston within minu...
1219 Adela Hills
Charleston, SC 29412
Seaside Plantation
Residential

Enjoy coastal living at its finest in the highly sought-after Freeman's Point neighborhood, just minutes from Folly Beach, James Island County Park...
764 Sterling Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Eastwood
Residential

Lovely renovated and move-in ready home with downstairs owner's suite on one of the largest lots in the prestigious Eastwood subdivision. Perfect i...
Reduced -$5,000
1242 Cornwallis Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Whitehouse Plantation
Residential

Stunning split-level 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home located on a true tidal creek (Simpson) that sits on deep waters edge, complete with a 16 foot dock an...
474 Wallace Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Fort Johnson Estates
Residential

LIKE NEW FULLY RENOVATED RANCH in highly coveted Fort Johnson Estates! You will love every little detail of this adorable home. 3 beds, 2 baths, an...
662 Stoneboro Court
Charleston, SC 29412
Stoneboro Shores
Residential

Newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout the interior, and new carpet! This house is ready to call home! Vaulted ceilings in the de...
756 Jim Isle
Charleston, SC 29412
Battery Point
Residential

An original Battery Point brick ranch ready for your family's vision. 4 BR and 3BA await your ideas and execution. Make this your home in a close-...
2161 Medway Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Riverland Terrace
Residential

Charming 3 bedrooms 2 bath all brick cottage in highly sought after Riverland Terrace within walking distance to neighborhood parks, public boat la...
1477 Theresa Drive
James Island, SC 29412
Bel Air
Residential

THREE MINUTE DRIVE TO DOWNTOWN Charleston with an approved residential office zoning variance. Fronting Harbor View Road , few properties on James ...
1469 Swamp Fox
Charleston, SC 29412
Jamestowne Village
Residential

Welcome home to Southern front porch charm with an open and airy feel on the interior as well as a premium lot location on the pond in Jamestowne V...
1753 S Grimball Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Residential

Looking for something with great bones and potential, wonderful location - close to Folly and all that James Island offers? Currently 6 bedroom 3....