Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds3,271 sqft
1659 Fort Lamar Rd, Charleston, SC 29412
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.59 acresLot Size
1790Year Built
$504/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history and an incredible waterfront property on James Island. Located in the Secessionville Historic District, this home was built in 1790 and offers a unique blend of historic charm and an amazing location. Nestled on a sprawling 0.59-acre lot, this property features an existing dock on Secessionville Creek, allowing you to experience the best of Lowcountry waterfront living. Imagine waking up each morning and stepping into your backyard...Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history and an incredible waterfront property on James Island. Located in the Secessionville Historic District, this home was built in 1790 and offers a unique blend of historic charm and an amazing location. Nestled on a sprawling 0.59-acre lot, this property features an existing dock on Secessionville Creek, allowing you to experience the best of Lowcountry waterfront living. Imagine waking up each morning and stepping into your backyard to enjoy breathtaking marsh and water views, with glimpses of Charleston Harbor and the iconic Morris Island Lighthouse. As you sip your morning coffee, you're likely to spot dolphins playing in the creek or a variety of birds soaring overhead. The dock provides endless opportunities for water-based activitieslaunch your boat for a day on the water, cast your fishing line, or set your crab traps. The home itself boasts 3,271 square feet of living space, with three spacious bedrooms and a design that highlights its rich history. The detailed woodwork is simply lovely, while the large windows frame stunning views of the surrounding natural beauty. Lush palms, a magnolia tree, and other mature vegetation offer a sense of seclusion and tranquility. Adding to the property's versatility is a separate workshop with a two bedroom, two bathroom apartment attached, providing a space for guests, extended family, or a home office. As an added bonus, this property also has two separate single car carports. Situated on a private dirt road leading to a peaceful peninsula, this home offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience. You're just 4.7 miles from Folly Beach, 5.5 miles from James Island County Park, and 8.4 miles from downtown Charleston, making it easy to explore the best that the area has to offer. This extraordinary waterfront home with a dock and an unmatched location won't last long. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Lowcountry paradise. Schedule your tour today and prepare to fall in love with the beauty and history that await you. According to the i-Boating app, the lowest water reading is 3ft. Water depth and bottom subject to change and vary - e.g., tides, erosion, sediment, water flow, land change, location). Buyer should investigate boat dock and location and dimensions and depth prior to contract.
  • Listed by: • Matt O'Neill Real Estate
Listing closed: 06/24/2024 12:00 AM • Source: CHS Regional MLS, MLS#: 24012013

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Median sold price

$1,480,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

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Property Information for 1659 Fort Lamar Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,574 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Detached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Waterfront Features: Marshfront, Tidal Creek, Waterfront - Shallow
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1790
  • Lot Size: 0.59 AC / 25,700 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.706899
  • Longitude: -79.937431
  • Directions: From Folly Rd, Turn Left Onto Grimball Ext. Turn Right On Old Military Rd., Then Left On Fort Lamar Rd. Continue Past Fort Lamar Heritage Preserve, Then Take A Left At Brick And Iron Gate. Veer To The Right At Fork.
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4310400007
School Information
  • Elementary School: James Island
  • High School: James Island Charter
  • Middle Or Junior School: Camp Road
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: None
  • Carport Spaces: 3.0
  • Carport YN: True
  • Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Carport, 2 Car Carport, Off Street, Carport
  • Parking Total: 3.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3271.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Lot Features: .5 - 1 Acre, Marshview
  • Other Structures: Yes, Guest House
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 81
  • Photo Rights: I own the photos or have the right to use: Yes
  • Assumable: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Two
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Sun
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Dock - Existing
  • Roof: Asphalt

Property History for 1659 Fort Lamar Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 24, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538143635

$1,650,000—
Jun 24, 2024

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #24012013

$1,650,000—
May 25, 2024

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #24012013

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/24/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538143635

$1,650,000
06/24/2024

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #24012013

$1,650,000
05/25/2024

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #24012013

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Public Records for 1659 Fort Lamar Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$7,317 ($610 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,160 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,160 SqFtStories1Lot Size25,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1790Year Renovated1790CountyCHARLESTONAPN431-04-00-007

Schools near 1659 Fort Lamar Road

This home is within Charleston 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 3 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Charter - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Buist Academy
Public3 to 8

Camp Road Middle
Public6 to 8

James Island Charter High School
Charter9 to 12

Charleston Development Academy
CharterPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1659 Fort Lamar Road, Charleston, SC 29412
$1,650,000
5
3,271
25,700
–
2
1
888
21,344
$1,200,000
3
2,364
22,215
$400,000
3
1
1,031
135,907
$585,000
4
2.5
3,067
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