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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,226 sqft

2579 Helmsman Rd, Johns Island, SC 29455

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.13 acresLot Size
2020Year Built
$611/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$4,109/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to the enchanting Butterfly Cottage at 2579 Helmsman, a masterpiece crafted by renowned architect Julia Star Sanford and brought to life by Saussy Burbank to capture the magnificent beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Nestled amidst the picturesque streetscapes of Jack Island, the Butterfly Cottage is designed with a passion for outdoor living. It boasts a generous wrap-around porch seamlessly woven with the serene and lush landscapes just steps out the back door. The first-floor primary...Welcome to the enchanting Butterfly Cottage at 2579 Helmsman, a masterpiece crafted by renowned architect Julia Star Sanford and brought to life by Saussy Burbank to capture the magnificent beauty of the surrounding landscapes. Nestled amidst the picturesque streetscapes of Jack Island, the Butterfly Cottage is designed with a passion for outdoor living. It boasts a generous wrap-around porch seamlessly woven with the serene and lush landscapes just steps out the back door. The first-floor primary bedroom, your personal sanctuary, is nestled among the trees with easy access to the heart of the home--just a skip away from the kitchen and main living areas. Wander up to the second floor with its abundance of space for guests or family to unwind. Discover two additional bedrooms,Discover two additional bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, and a perfectly appointed office nook. Elevate your lifestyle with this exquisite coastal retreat, where every sunset promises a moment of pure bliss. Welcome home to Kiawah River.
  • Listed by: • Kiawah River Real Estate Company, LLC
Listing closed: 06/25/2024 12:00 AM • Source: CHS Regional MLS, MLS#: 24010970
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,386,220

Avg days on market

59

Sale-to-list ratio

97.8%

Johns Island, SC

9 comparable properties found

$1,435,000 | 8067 Jack Island Drive, Johns Island, SC 29455
1/71
1

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Sold 05/21/25

3
Bedrooms
2,322
Square Feet
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Acres
$1,520,000 | 6045 Honey Hole Haven Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
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Square Feet
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Sold 08/18/26

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Bedrooms
1,846
Square Feet
0.09
Acres
$1,169,000 | 1470 Mizzen Alley, Johns Island, SC 29455
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Bedrooms
1,846
Square Feet
0.07
Acres
$1,165,000 | 1474 Mizzen Alley, Johns Island, SC 29455
1/45
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Sold 07/10/25

3
Bedrooms
1,846
Square Feet
0.08
Acres
$1,150,000 | 2551 Helmsman Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
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6

$1,150,000

Sold 07/17/26

3
Bedrooms
1,846
Square Feet
0.08
Acres
$1,400,000 | 8072 Jack Island Drive, Johns Island, SC 29455
1/72
7

$1,400,000

Sold 03/27/26

3
Bedrooms
2,631
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$1,386,220 | 2225 Boatwright Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
1/43
8

$1,386,220

Sold 11/25/24

3
Bedrooms
2,660
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
$1,750,000 | 7059 Sounding Lane, Johns Island, SC 29455
1/10
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$1,750,000

Sold 03/19/26

3
Bedrooms
2,576
Square Feet
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Acres

Location

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Sold By Kiawah River Real Estate Company, LLC

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Property Information for 2579 Helmsman Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $14,878 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Subdivision Name: Kiawah River

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.625481
  • Longitude: -80.122854
  • Directions: 3883 Betsy Kerrison Parkway. Turn Onto Kiawah River Drive. Approximately 1.5 Miles To Sales Center On The Left At The 1st Stop Sign.
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 2120000036
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mt. Zion
  • High School: St. Johns
  • Middle Or Junior School: Haut Gap
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: False
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport YN: False
  • Covered Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Garage, Detached
  • Parking Total: 1.0

Property

Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2226.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Other Structures: No
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 46
  • Photo Rights: I own the photos or have the right to use: Yes
  • Assumable: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Berkeley Elect Co-Op, John IS Water Co
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Spa Features: Community
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
  • Community Features: Boat Ramp, Clubhouse, Dog Park, Park, Pool, RV/Boat Storage, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails
  • Construction Materials: Cement Plank
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
  • Fencing: Fence - Wooden Enclosed
  • Roof: Metal

Property History for 2579 Helmsman Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2024

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #24010970

$1,360,000—
Jun 24, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538456515

$1,360,000—
May 9, 2024

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #24010970

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2024

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #24010970

$1,360,000
06/24/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538456515

$1,360,000
05/09/2024

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #24010970

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public records

2579 Helmsman Road

Beds

3

Total Finished SqFt

2,226 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,226 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

5,663 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Schools near 2579 Helmsman Road

This home is within Charleston 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Edith L. Frierson Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Haut Gap Middle School
Public6 to 8

St. Johns High School
Public9 to 12

Mt. Zion Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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: 2579 Helmsman Road, Johns Island, SC 29455
$1,360,000
3
2,226
5,662
$989,765
3
2,979
3,920
–
3
2.5
2,226
4,356
$1,375,000
3
2,843
3,049
$1,413,750
3
4
2,940
3,920
$1,395,000
3
2,630
4,791

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