This ideally located, central James Island home has been both loved and well maintained! It offers numerous recent upgrades including new flooring in main living areas and master, stainless steel appliances, light fixtures, ceiling fans, front and storm door, interior door hardware throughout the house and a new garage door opener. Architectural shingles, an HVAC system which was replaced in 2015 and a termite bond add to its appeal. Other pluses include no HOA fees, its location in an X flood zone (flood insurance not required), and a fully fenced-in large backyard. Custom window treatments and a brand new refrigerator will convey!
Beautiful James Island home with BRAND NEW HVAC situated close to everything that makes living on ''JI'' great. Ten minutes to Downtown,Seven minutes to Folly, very close to FIVE different grocery stores, as well as a multitude of fantastic LOCAL Restaurants. This lovely home sits on almost a full .25 acre, and boasts plenty of space for entertaining, boat/RV storage, or even a pool! Cookout and let the kids play in the huge back yard with beautiful shaded patio, and surrounding 6' privacy fence. Many upgrades and custom finishes including hardwood floors, tile and slate floors in the bathrooms and laundry, as well as vaulted ceilings in the family room and master bedroom.The warm welcoming foyer opens into the formal dining room featuring attractive crown molding which flows comfortably into the kitchen. The kitchen provides plenty of storage and a pantry. The eat in kitchen area with bay windows overlooks the rear patio and the family room. Energy efficient french doors lead out to surprisingly large fenced in backyard. The family room is warm with its high ceilings, hardwood floors and gas fireplace with slate hearth. The master bedroom also features vaulted ceilings, a private bath with slate floors, double vanities and a walk in closet. Two well proportioned guest bedrooms share a hall bath. The laundry room features full sized washer and dryer and a custom tile floor. One car garage and tons of storage makes this home very livable with little maintenance. HVAC was replaced in May, and the seller is offering a 1 year AHS home warranty to cover it, as well as the rest of the home.
Charleston Trident MLS #1225732
Mar 15, 2013
Sold
$220,000
$160/sq ft
Nov 9, 2012
Listed
$240,000
$174/sq ft
This is a must see James Island gem that DOES NOT REQUIRE FLOOD INSURANCE! Wonderful newer home (2004) with many upgrades and custom finishes including hardwood floors, tile and slate floors in the bathrooms and laundry, and vaulted ceilings in the family room and master bedroom. Warm welcoming foyer opens into the formal dining room featuring attractive crown molding which flows comfortably into the kitchen. The kitchen provides plenty of storage and a pantry. There is a eat in kitchen area with bay windows that overlooks the rear patio and the family room. New energy efficient french doors lead out to the rear courtyard and surprisingly large fenced in backyard. The family room is warm with its high ceilings, hardwood floors and gas fireplace with handsome mantel and slate hearth. The master bedrooms also features vaulted ceilings, a private bath with slate floors, double vanities and a walk in closet. Two well proportioned guest bedrooms share a hall bath. The laundry room features full sized washer and dryer and a custom tile floor. One car garage and tons of storage makes this home very livable with little maintenance. Fantastic location with shopping and restaurants close by, minutes to downtown and Folly Beach.
Charleston Trident MLS #2803569
Mar 13, 2008
Sold
$232,000
$169/sq ft
Jan 31, 2008
Listed
$238,000
$173/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 2006
Sold
$211,000
$153/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2536581
Jan 13, 2006
Listing Removed
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Dec 12, 2005
Listed
$223,500
$162/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,715 (−66.5%)
$107,700 + $256,850
$364,550
2022
$5,122 (+1.2%)
$100,000 + $217,000
$317,000
2021
$5,059 (+239.4%)
2020
$1,490 (+9.6%)
$100,000 + $217,000
$317,000
2018
$1,360 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,338 (+15.9%)
2016
$1,154 (+20.5%)
2013
$958
Tax history for 1240 Secessionville Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,715 (−66.5%)
$107,700 + $256,850
$364,550
2022
$5,122 (+1.2%)
$100,000 + $217,000
$317,000
2021
$5,059 (+239.4%)
2020
$1,490 (+9.6%)
$100,000 + $217,000
$317,000
2018
$1,360 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,338 (+15.9%)
2016
$1,154 (+20.5%)
2013
$958
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,376
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4251500198
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SR-1
SR CAT 3
Single Family Residentilal District
The Single-family Residential (SR) districts allow for one-family detached dwellings with maximum densities of 4.8 units per acre respectively, with varying setback, height and lot occupancy requirements.
Zone overlays
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 3
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage: Yes
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: 1 Car Garage, 1.5 Car Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking Total: 2.5
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Separate Dining