Welcome home to 1726 Bee Balm Road, where Charleston charm meets modern convenience. Nestled in the St. Johns Crossing neighborhood of Johns Island, this lovely Lowcountry home is perfectly positioned off River Road, providing easy access to Johns Island's growing collection of restaurants, shops, parks, and everyday conveniences, while remaining just minutes from West Ashley, James Island and Downtown Charleston. A full front porch welcomes you home and creates the perfect setting for morning coffee, evening conversations, or simply enjoying the Lowcountry lifestyle. Inside, hardwood floors run throughout the home, creating warmth and continuity with no carpet to maintain. The spacious family room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and opens effortlessly to the dining areaand kitchen, making everyday living and entertaining easy. The kitchen offers Corian countertops, modern appliances, ample cabinet space, and a pantry for additional storage. Upstairs, all three bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged, including the primary suite with its private ensuite bathroom. The laundry room is also conveniently located on the second-floor and the washer and dryer convey. Recent updates include a new HVAC system installed in 2023 and fresh paint throughout the entire interior, including walls, ceilings, and trim. Outside, the fully fenced backyard offers privacy and room to relax, entertain, or enjoy outdoor activities, while the detached two-car garage provides valuable parking and storage. 1726 Bee Balm Road offers an exceptional opportunity to make yourself at home, whether you are a first time home buyer, investor, moving up, or simply searching for a property that embodies the character and charm of Johns Island living.
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
1726 Bee Balm Rd · $489,000
$489K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $489K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
78 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
Dining
Interior features
Smooth ceilings
Garden tub and shower
Ceiling fans
Eat-in kitchen
Family room
Entrance foyer
Pantry
Wood-burning fireplace in the family room (one)
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the upper level with ceiling fan, garden tub/shower and walk-in closet
Bathrooms
2.5 bathrooms
Kitchen
Electric range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Disposal
Pantry
Eat-in kitchen
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Dedicated laundry room
Washer and dryer included
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood floors
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating
Heat pump
Exterior features
Privacy wood fencing (fully enclosed)
Wooded lot
Lot under 0.5 acre
Home design
Single-family detached home
Two-story
Parking
Detached 2-car garage with garage door opener
Total parking for 2 vehicles
Construction
Architectural roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Charleston Water Service
John IS Water Co
Berkeley Electric Co-Op
HOA & community
Annual association fee of $440
Community offers trash service and walk/jog trails
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
THis is a contract build home with approx 34k of upgrades (includes garage). Hardwood floors on 1st and 2nd floors, ceramic tile at baths, trim package and upgrade appliance package
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,422 (+8.8%)
$76,000 + $220,570
$296,570
2022
$1,307 (−4.5%)
$66,087 + $191,800
$257,887
2021
$1,368 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,417 (+13.9%)
2018
$1,244 (+1.6%)
2017
$1,224 (+4.2%)
2016
$1,174 (+11.7%)
2013
$1,051
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,750
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,750
Year built
2011
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
3120000649
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Climate risks
1/10 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
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1726 Bee Balm Rd
$481,823
$7,177 under list price of $489K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $487K to $590K.