3980 River Rd

3,550 Sq. Ft.
$563 / Sq. Ft.
3,550
Sq. Ft.
$563
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exclusive Equestrian Estate in Charleston/Johns Island, SC - A Property for Visionaries and Sophisticated InvestorsStep into a world of elegance and opportunity with this expansive 24.8-acre equestrian estate, designed for discerning buyers seeking privacy, luxury, and functionality. Main Residence:The stately 3,550 SF Lowcountry-style home welcomes you with a grand entry staircase and a sweeping front porch, perfect for enjoying Southern charm at its finest. Inside, the fully renovated 3-bedroom,...Exclusive Equestrian Estate in Charleston/Johns Island, SC - A Property for Visionaries and Sophisticated InvestorsStep into a world of elegance and opportunity with this expansive 24.8-acre equestrian estate, designed for discerning buyers seeking privacy, luxury, and functionality. Main Residence:The stately 3,550 SF Lowcountry-style home welcomes you with a grand entry staircase and a sweeping front porch, perfect for enjoying Southern charm at its finest. Inside, the fully renovated 3-bedroom, 3-full bath, 3-half bath home boasts impeccable design across the first and second floors. A large rear deck and screened porch create ideal spaces for relaxation or entertaining. The ground level remains a flexible canvas, ready for your personal touch. Secondary Dwelling & Barn:
A beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath living space sits atop an expansive barn/stable area, perfect for housing your equestrian pursuits or transforming into a creative space. Equestrian Amenities:
This fully functional estate is designed for horse enthusiasts and equestrian professionals:
Three expertly designed pastures:
Pasture #1: Ideal for grazing, with controlled fenced walkways to other pastures. Pasture #2: Adjacent to the barn, offering riding, training, and wash areas with 4 water access points. Pasture #3: A professionally designed 20x60-meter dressage arena. Mowed riding trails: Enjoy private adventures along scenic paths on your property. Luxury Upgrades & Renovations:
Main Home:
Interior renovations (2017)
New roof (2024)
New vinyl siding (2024)
Window replacements (2024)
Barn/Stable:
New roof (2024)
Interior and exterior renovations (2021, 2024)
Explore agricultural tax advantages, build your equestrian legacy, or simply indulge in the serenity of this magnificent estate. Professional measurement of barn/stable living space pending. This is more than just a propertyit's a lifestyle investment. Don't miss your chance to own one of Charleston's finest equestrian estates. Property lines in photos are not exact and are digitally added to the photos. A property survey to include elevation certification for both structures is on order. Survey to show property corners and acreage. Dressage letters, ground poles, ring and jumps do not convey. Property and all structures are being sold WHERE IS/AS IS. All information presented to best of Seller/Listing Agents knowledge and make no representations to the correctness thereof. Buyers and buyers Agents should verify any/all information presented and important to them.
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Property Details for 3980 River Road

Architectural Style
Horse Farm, Traditional
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING CLOSED: 10/31/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 3980 River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #25001903
Days on Market212
Taxes$7,212 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1988
Lot Size24.86 AC / 1,082,901 SF
CountyCharleston County

Location

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Building Information for 3980 River Road

Stories2Year Built1988Building Size-Lot Size24.86 AC / 1,082,901 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,767 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,166

Property Taxes

$601

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3980 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.664383
  • Longitude: -80.071926
  • Directions: :maybank From James Island To Johns Island, Left On River Road. Approximately 8 Miles To Property On Right.
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 2590000002
School Information
  • Elementary School: Angel Oak ES 4K-1/Johns Island ES 2-5
  • High School: St. Johns
  • Middle Or Junior School: Haut Gap
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: None
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport YN: False
  • Covered Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 3550.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Slab
  • Lot Features: 10+ Acres, Wooded
  • Other Structures: Yes, Other
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Structure Type: Horse Farm
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 112
  • 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: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bathrooms Half: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Entrance Foyer, Great, Pantry, Separate Dining, Sun
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Closets, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch, Porch - Full Front, Screened
  • Community Features: Horses OK
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Well
  • Fencing: Partial, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
  • Horse YN: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt

Property History for 3980 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 31, 2025

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #25001903

$2,000,000
Oct 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919687890

$2,000,000
Aug 23, 2025

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #25001903

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/31/2025

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #25001903

$2,000,000
10/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919687890

$2,000,000
08/23/2025

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #25001903

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

Public Records for 3980 River Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$7,212 ($601 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,550 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,550 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,078,683 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1988CountyCHARLESTONAPN259-00-00-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3980 River Road

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

Haut Gap Middle School
Public6 to 8

St. Johns High School
Public9 to 12

Edith L. Frierson Elementary School
PublicPK 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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