Welcome to this charming Charleston-style home in the highly desirable Oaks at St. Johns Crossing! Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,200 square feet, this thoughtfully designed home combines timeless Lowcountry character with modern comfort. Located just minutes from the Maybank Bridge so NO infamous Johns Island traffic issues!The open-concept floor plan is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant natural light and a spacious great room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen. The primary suite is conveniently located on the first floor, providing the ease and convenience of main-level living.Classic double front porches provide the perfect places to enjoy your morning coffee.The private, wooded backyard creates a peaceful retreat with room to entertain, garden, slow down with a glass of wine for Sunset, or simply enjoy nature! An outdoor storage shed provides ample space for lawn equipment, tools, bicycles, and beach gear, while two additional indoor storage areas--including a dedicated second-floor storage room and attic space--offer plenty of room to keep seasonal items organized. This home is loaded with valuable upgrades and thoughtful features, including a LeafGuard® gutter system with a transferable lifetime warranty, Kevlar hurricane window covers for every window, and a kitchen already roughed in for a gas range should the next owner prefer gas cooking. The current owners simply chose an electric range. One of the home's most unique advantages is the permanent green space directly across the street, ensuring you'll never have homes built directly in front of you and providing an open, peaceful view that is increasingly hard to find. Parking is exceptional, with a spacious driveway accommodating up to four vehicles, plus room for two additional cars along the street--ideal for households with multiple drivers or when entertaining guests. Nestled in a quiet Johns Island neighborhood, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Located just 8 miles from historic downtown Charleston and only minutes from both Kiawah Island and Folly Beach, you'll have easy access to world-class beaches, dining, shopping, golf, and all the charm of the Lowcountry. This exceptional home truly offers the lifestyle you've been waiting for.
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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Offer insights
1647 Emmets Rd · $579,000
$577K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $577K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
120 days
The average home goes pending in 75 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.4%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Smooth ceilings
Walk-in closets
Eat-in kitchen
Family room
Living/dining combination
Loft
Pantry
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Primary bedroom on lower level with ceiling fan and walk-in closet
Bathrooms
2.5 bathrooms (three total bathrooms)
Kitchen
Electric range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Disposal
Pantry
Eat-in kitchen layout
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Washer hookup
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Luxury vinyl
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Natural gas heating
Exterior features
Rain gutters
Level, wooded lot
Yard landscaping
Storage structure on property
Home design
Single-family detached home
Two stories
Parking
Off-street parking
Construction
Architectural roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Electric service by Berkeley Electric Co-Op
Gas service by Dominion Energy
Water service by John Island Water Company
HOA & community
Annual association fee
Community amenities include trash service and walk/jog trails
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
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
Apr 23, 2018 • Final
Permit - building, residential new
Construct a new single-family home.
New construction
Apr 23, 2018 • Final
Plumbing - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Construct a new single-family home.
New construction
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.
Climate risks
2/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
10/10 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
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Johns Island, SC • 29455
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1647 Emmets Rd
$571,072
$7,928 under list price of $579K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $555K to $610K.