This conveniently located Johns Island home is a little less than 20 minutes from downtown and sits on one of the best lots in the St. Johns Crossing neighborhood. This private corner lot is surrounded by green space, mature trees, and wooded views. Inside, the open floor plan is bright and inviting with tall ceilings and hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The spacious family room has a wood-burning fireplace and gently transitions into the formal dining area. The Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, corian countertops and recently updated cabinets, backsplash, and hardware. The natural light-filled breakfast nook and bar area is great for casual meals. The first floor features updated mid-century light fixtures and ceiling fan. The bedrooms are located upstairs. The guestrooms are well-sized and share a full hall bath while the master has a private master bathroom, equipped with a shower with glass door, double vanity, and a garden tub. The master room also features private access to the large second floor balcony with french doors. There are two closets in the master room, the main closet is a walk-in with a large window. In addition to all the surrounding wooded areas, the house has a spacious outdoor deck with cafe lights and seating, that sits behind the house. All outdoor light fixtures have been updated to barn lighting. This home also has a detached 2-car garage with a newly installed AC/Heat Minisplit unit, and features built in shelving storage and an L-shape work bench. Lastly, the neighborhood has spacious sidewalks for running and walking the dog or the kids, and also has a private walking/running nature trail in the back of the neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
2008Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by • The Exchange Company, LLC
Bought with Beth Plante• Elaine Brabham and Associates
This conveniently located Johns Island home exudes curb appeal and sits on one of the best lots in the neighborhood. Surrounded by green space, wooded views are all the eye can see with the lot next door being an HOA easement that will never be developed. Inside, the open floor plan is bright and inviting with tall ceilings and hardwood floors throughout the first floor. The spacious family room has a fireplace and gently transitions into the formal dining area. Stainless steel appliances, solid surface counters and cherry cabinets define the contemporary kitchen and there is an adjacent light-filled breakfast nook and breakfast bar for casual meals. The bedrooms are located upstairs. The guest rooms are well-sized and share a full hall bath while the master has access to a private,second-story porch and an en suite bathroom with a separate tub and shower. This home is very well cared for and also has a two-car garage equipped with built-in shelving. Come see this gem of a home and neighborhood. Bee Balm is a sidewalk-lined established neighborhood that provides access to nearby Whitney Lakes. The only fresh water creek in Charleston county is a stone's throw away. Listing agent is related to the seller.
Charleston Trident MLS #2814423
Nov 24, 2008
Sold
$243,186
$138/sq ft
May 6, 2008
Listed
$215,900
$123/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 9, 2008
Sold
$45,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,779 (+8.1%)
$79,350 + $300,150
$379,500
2022
$1,645 (−4.6%)
$69,000 + $261,000
$330,000
2021
$1,725 (+29.2%)
2020
$1,335 (−4.7%)
$59,900 + $181,400
$241,300
2018
$1,401 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,378 (+4.3%)
2016
$1,321 (+21.3%)
2013
$1,089
Tax history for 1649 Bee Balm Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,779 (+8.1%)
$79,350 + $300,150
$379,500
2022
$1,645 (−4.6%)
$69,000 + $261,000
$330,000
2021
$1,725 (+29.2%)
2020
$1,335 (−4.7%)
$59,900 + $181,400
$241,300
2018
$1,401 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,378 (+4.3%)
2016
$1,321 (+21.3%)
2013
$1,089
*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
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,447
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
3120000524
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SR-1
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
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage: Yes
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: 2 Car Garage
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Pantry, Separate Dining
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Living Room, One, Wood Burning
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Wood
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Room Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Lighting
Fencing: Partial
Roof: Asphalt
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Property Information
Other Structures: Workshop
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Levels: Two
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: St Johns Crossing
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 1426.53
Tax District: 52 - Charleston (John Is)
Tax Legal Description: LOT 5
Tax Map Number: 3120000524
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Utilities: Berkeley Elect Co-Op, John IS Water Co
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Angel Oak
Middle Or Junior School: Haut Gap
High School: St. Johns
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: St Johns Crossing
MLS Area Major: 23 - Johns Island
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,447
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 3120000524
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026