Experience unparalleled privacy and breathtaking panoramic views at 1237 River Road, a custom-built elevated home on deep water in Johns Island. Nestled on 4.39 acres, this exquisite property offers a serene escape while being conveniently close to downtown Charleston and the beaches.This luxurious home features a chef's kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Viking 4-burner gas cooktop, built-in wine cooler, and ovens. The kitchen boasts a large cooking island with an eat-in bar, and ample space for food prep and entertaining. The open floor plan includes hardwood floors, custom moldings, surround sound, and a gas-burning fireplace. The master suite, located on the main floor, offers an updated ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and large walk-in closets. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, two baths, and a loft perfect for office space with built-in shelving along the hallway. Two bedrooms upstairs have access to a large sundeck, ideal for sunning and enjoying the scenic views. The property's impressive amenities extend outdoors with a completely new dock built in 2023 including the pilings, featuring a 10 x 24 aluminum floater with Ipe decking and a 12 x 24 pier-head with a 12 x 12 covered portion. The creek has depths of 10 feet at low tide and 16 feet at high tide, providing excellent conditions for boating, crabbing, and fishing. The 6,000 lb boat lift was converted to D/C solar in 2023, complete with remote control and four AGM batteries. And Limehouse boat landing is just minutes away. Clark Island Marina has dry stack storage and is just 0.5 miles from the house. The detached structure, built in 2020, has a garage space that spans approximately 1800 SF and is equipped to fit up to six cars. It features 12-foot ceilings, 10-foot tall garage doors, one door is 12-feet wide and the other two doors are 9-feet wide. It is complete with insulation, LED lighting, a Big Ass Fan, and New Age Pro series cabinets. The garage is plumbed for air in all bays with Rapidair aluminum piping and includes a 240V welder's plug and a Bendpak 2-post lift. The detached structure also boasts a 572 SF fully finished, heated and cooled space including a living room, kitchen, half bathroom, and bedroom that is currently being used as a work out room. Additional features of this property include a large garden shed and a full sprinkler system with five zones and 25 sprinkler heads. The property has a deep well with a submerged pump providing potable water for irrigation and the dock. A DogWatch invisible fence ensures your pets can roam safely. A true bird watchers paradise, experience living the Lowcountry dream. This home is a true gem offering a blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience. Don't wait, schedule your private showing today!
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.39 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,824
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
3110000038
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
R-4
Low Density Residential District
The R-4, Low Density Residential Zoning District implements the Urban/Suburban Mixed Use policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Museum / gallery
Police station
Apr 10, 2026 • Active
New residential swimming pool
Electrical
Gas
Pool and hot tub
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: 1 Car Garage, 2 Car Garage, 3 Car Garage, 4 Car Garage, 5 Car Garage, Attached, Detached, Off Street
Parking Total: 15
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Dining
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Fireplace Features: Gas Connection, Gas Log, Living Room, One
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room