Seize this rare opportunity to build your custom home on a stunning 1-acre marsh front corner lot. Located at the desirable intersection of scenic River Road and Rushland Landing Rd, this property offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the tidal marsh without the restrictions of an HOA. Enjoy the freedom to design and build your dream estate with ample space for a main house, guest cottage, or pool. This prime Johns Island location offers the prestige of the area, just moments from Maybank Highway, and a convenient drive to downtown Charleston, Kiawah, and Seabrook. A perfect blank canvas for those seeking privacy, views, and flexibility.Survey, sewage, and water taps both available and documentedProperty is Zoned R-4 and could potentially be subdivided, but only enough net highland for more than 2 lots at most. - seller will not accept offers with subdivision before closing. SCDOT has confirmed a driveway is permissable from River Rd given the fact there are critical lines on the Rushland Landing side.
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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Annual taxes reported: $702
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Located in Johns Island area (MLS Area 23)
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Last updated by owner on Sep 1, 2026.
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Johns Island. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1497 River Rd
$186,579
$12K under list price of $199K
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