- Waterfront 3BR/2BA single-family home on Penny Creek with a 1-acre lot and private dock on John’s Island off River Rd, ideal for crab, shrimp, fishing, and dolphin watching.
- Detached 24' x 40' metal building (1000 sq ft) with lighting, electricity, fans, 240V, perfect for covered RV or boat storage.
- Spacious interior features luxury vinyl flooring throughout. Master bedroom includes an updated master bath with whirlpool tub, dual shower heads, double vanity, and custom walk-in closet.
- The second bedroom and bathroom are adjacent to the master, while the third bedroom off the living area can serve as an office or bedroom.
- Kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and a bar area with four counter-height barstools.
- Laundry closet with washer/dryer hookups and custom shelving.
- Two patios, one off the dining area and another off the living room.
- Central heat and air with ceiling fans in living room and all bedrooms.
- Tankless propane hot water heater and electric appliances.
Tenant responsible for all utilities and their transfer. No smoking of any kind. Proof of income and background check required. No subleasing. Two months’ rent secures the keys. Tenants maintain yard and basic upkeep.
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Slab
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Asbestos Siding
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: PT MURRAY
Living Sq. Ft: 744
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 744
Building Sq. Ft: 1,416
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: SUBDIVISION NAME -PT MURRAY DESCRIPTION -LT X SITE NAME -NE SIDE APPROX 4600 FT NW RUSHLAND LAND PLATSUFFIX N-138 POLTWP 008
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 672
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 39,204
Legal Lot Number: X
Municipality Name: ST JOHNS FIRE
Acres: 0.9
County Use Description: SFR-APTS
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Creek
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: ST JOHNS FIRE
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 744
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Charleston County
APN: 3110000030
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Sale and tax history for 1279 River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REDFIN #1
Sep 3, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,500
$5/sq ft
Aug 18, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,500
$5/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 9, 2015
Sold
$265,000
$356/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 7, 1983
Sold
$16,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,520 (+6.4%)
$190,622 + $230,898
$421,520
2022
$1,429 (−5.3%)
$165,639 + $200,900
$366,539
2021
$1,510 (−2.8%)
2020
$1,554 (−58.3%)
$165,639 + $200,900
$366,539
2018
$3,726 (+2.7%)
2017
$3,628 (+3.9%)
2016
$3,491 (+25.9%)
2013
$2,773
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
5/10
Angel Oak Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
Haut Gap Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
2/10
St. Johns High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
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About Johns
Island
Johns Island, located between the Ashley River and the Stono River, is a rural and coastal Charleston neighborhood with live oaks and tidal creeks. The Lowcountry landscape sets the pace, with marsh views, farm stands, and long two-lane roads leading to waterfront landings. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Maybank Highway corridor near River Road, where seafood counters, local markets, and casual patios cluster in a steady hum. Community pillars include The Royal American (on the island’s edge), Low Tide Brewing, and the Charleston Tea Garden. Architecture ranges from older cottages and ranch homes to newer elevated builds designed for floodplain living. Trails and boat ramps shape daily routines, with sunsets often framed by spartina grass and wide skies.
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Public facts and zoning for 1279 River Rd
Beds
3
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
744
Stories
1
Lot Size
0.9 Acres
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1950
Year Renovated
1979
County
Charleston County
APN
3110000030
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026.
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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