Just 8 minutes from downtown Charleston and MUSC, this is the James Island home you have been searching for! Tucked in the desirable neighborhood of Island Shores, this custom built house has hardwoods throughout the main floor, a combination of 10ft and vaulted ceilings and beautiful trim work. The kitchen has all the wishes for the modern chef including a 6 burner GE Monogram stove, soft close drawers and roll out trays in all the cabinets. Entertaining is a breeze as the flows into the family room with a gas fireplace, built-in and tons of light. Downstairs you will also find a formal living room, formal dining room, a sunny bedroom and a full bathroom. Rounding out the first floor is the master suite with a tray ceiling, a walk-in closet, dual vanities, tons of storage a stand upshower and a jetted soaking tub. Upstairs are two enormous bedrooms, each with their own full bathrooms and a plethora of closets. A full sized door leads into an 18ft by 6ft storage room and if you need more there's a walk in attic! Upgrades include a fully vented crawlspace, solar panels paid in full, a gas line for the grill and plantation shutters. The house is located in an "X" flood zone where flood insurance is NOT required! Hop on the golf cart and head over to the hottest new James Island restaurants like Millers All Day and Huriyali or stroll on over to the Sunday Farmer's Market. For the perfect location between downtown and the beach, choose 538 Rainsong for your next home!
Crepe Myrtle Plan, Pre-Sale Entered for Comp Purposes. Welcome to Island Shores, a small community in James Island, minutes to Downtown, James Island County Park and Folly Beach! The Crepe Myrtle floor plan is sure to amaze. The home features a great entry porch and foyer with a 4' wide open staircase. The main level has all you need with a formal living/office and dining room in the front, and an open kitchen and family room towards the back, with adjoining screened porch. The large master bedroom and bath, full size laundry, and a second bedroom and full bath complete the downstairs. Upstairs there are two large bedrooms both with walk in closets, and private bathrooms. There is also floored walk in storage on the second floor. This home features James Hardi plank siding, site finished hardwood floors in the main living areas, a custom kitchen with upgraded cabinets, tile back splash and GE Cafe gas range, granite counters in the kitchen and all baths, full yard irrigation, tankless gas water heater, gas fireplace and radiant barrier roof sheathing. In addition to the builder 1-2-10 warranty there is also an available 25 year crawl space mold and moisture warranty.
Public Records
Jan 4, 2013
Sold
$830,000
$277/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,963 (+85.7%)
$175,000 + $800,000
$975,000
2022
$2,673 (−4.7%)
$125,000 + $474,200
$599,200
2021
$2,805 (−3.6%)
2020
$2,909 (+6.6%)
$125,000 + $474,200
$599,200
2018
$2,729 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,682 (+4.4%)
2016
$2,568 (+174.1%)
2013
$937
Tax history for 538 Rainsong Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,963 (+85.7%)
$175,000 + $800,000
$975,000
2022
$2,673 (−4.7%)
$125,000 + $474,200
$599,200
2021
$2,805 (−3.6%)
2020
$2,909 (+6.6%)
$125,000 + $474,200
$599,200
2018
$2,729 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,682 (+4.4%)
2016
$2,568 (+174.1%)
2013
$937
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,875
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
3431500134
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
SR-1
SR CAT 3
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
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 3
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Apr 8, 2024 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - alteration or addition
Install an electric vehicle charger.
Electrical
Ev charger
Feb 18, 2019 • Final
Permit - solar panels, residential new
Install solar panels on an existing single-family home undergoing renovation.
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: 2 Car Garage, Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Separate Dining
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater