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
768 Fort Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Stiles Point
Residential
Amazing updated brick ranch home on .41 of an acre, privately situated with plenty of mature trees and landscaping. No HOA and close to everything ...
1054 Leeward Avenue
Charleston, SC 29412
Lighthouse Point
Residential
Welcome to your newly renovated haven on James Island, where modern elegance meets coastal charm. This stunning residence has undergone a complete ...
Reduced -$10,000
2260 Woodland Shores Road
Charleston, SC 29412
General Lee
Residential
Seller's are very motivated and have dropped price to their bottom line. Took off the market due to time of year! Less than 2 miles to the Riverlan...
Reduced -$24,900
226 Woodland Shores Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Woodland Shores
Residential
Charming 1940's brick home poised in heavily desired area of James Island. 1,723 SF 3 bedroom 2 bath open layout. HVAC and ductwork replaced in Jun...
1804 Burgess Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
James Island
Residential
Welcome to 1804 Burgess Drive, a charming 0.56-acre property nestled on James Island. Just a quick 10-minute drive to both downtown Charleston and ...
1458 Swamp Fox Lane
Charleston, SC 29412
Jamestowne Village
Residential
Live minutes to downtown and the beach! Walk to shopping and dining! New Roof, Gutters with screens, Impact Windows, Gas Tankless Hot Water Heater....
1334 Ellison Run
Charleston, SC 29412
Pemberton At Seaside Plantation
Residential
Welcome to your dream home on James Island! As you approach, the charming front porch invites you to unwind with your favorite beverage, offering a...
1054 Renwood Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Lynwood
Residential
No HOA for this house! Home was freshly painted and is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom with a drop down living room, one car garage and a huge backyard. Th...
Increase +$15,000
1779 Hazzard Lane
Charleston, SC 29412
James Island
Residential
BUILD YOUR DREAM ESTATE ON 2.86 ACRES ON JAMES ISLAND! 5 minutes to Folly Beach and 15 minutes to Downtown. This fully fenced 2.86-acre property wa...
753 Creekside Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Lighthouse Point
Residential
The charming brick ranch home is nestled on a large, 0.33-acre lot in the lovely neighborhood of Lighthouse Point just minutes away from Folly Beac...
943 Dill Avenue
Charleston, SC 29412
Residential
Great opportunity on James Island in an established community! 10 minutes to Folly Beach, and 10 minutes to downtown. Home built in 2007, this has ...
Reduced -$12,000
1812 Burgess Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
James Island
Residential
Quietly tucked at the end of a serene cul-de-sac, 1812 Burgess Drive presents an exceptional opportunity in Charleston, SC. Spanning 0.626 acres, t...
607 Schooner Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Lighthouse Point
Residential
Do you know why it's so rare to find a home on James Island where you can live on the water for under $500K?? Location, Location, Location!! After ...
Reduced -$21,000
982 Harbor Oaks Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
Harbor Oaks
Residential
Location, location, location! This move in ready 3BR, 2.5BA townhome is just a ten minute drive to downtown Charleston, 15 mins to Folly Beach and ...
1139 Shoreham Road
Charleston, SC 29412
Willow Walk
Residential
BACK ON THE MARKET! This home has had water with 2 federally declared disaster events, both were hurricanes. The town of James Island has cleaned o...
1025 Riverland Woods Place UNIT #713
Charleston, SC 29412
The Retreat At Riverland
Residential
Beautiful 2 bed 2 bath condo in The Retreat at Riverland. Property has security gate to enter community. Located on the 2nd floor of the building a...
Reduced -$5,500
13 Townpark Lane UNIT D
Charleston, SC 29412
Lakeside
Residential
Welcome Home! This move-in-ready, fully furnished lakefront home is located in a quiet James Island neighborhood with mature landscaping. Convenien...
1025 Riverland Woods Place UNIT #201
Charleston, SC 29412
The Retreat At Riverland
Residential
This St Martin Floor Plan, 2-bedroom 2-bath on the first floor is one of the nicest units offered in The Retreat at Riverland on James Island. With...
1211 Telfair Way
Charleston, SC 29412
Mira Vista
Residential
Welcome home to this beautiful turnkey 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom first floor corner unit condo. Conveniently located to Downtown Charleston, MUSC, Foll...
12 Townpark Lane UNIT C
Charleston, SC 29412
Lakeside
Residential
Welcome home! Conveniently located near the many restaurants, shops, and entertainment of Maybank and Riverland Terrace! Just minutes from Downtown...
15 Townpark Lane UNIT C
Charleston, SC 29412
Lakeside
Residential
Lakefront townhome with ideal location and low HOA fee! Less than a mile from the James Island connector, this 2 story townhome features wood and t...