Exclusive Equestrian Estate in Charleston/Johns Island, SC - A Property for Visionaries and Sophisticated InvestorsStep into a world of elegance and opportunity with this expansive 24.8-acre equestrian estate, designed for discerning buyers seeking privacy, luxury, and functionality.Main Residence:The stately 3,550 SF Lowcountry-style home welcomes you with a grand entry staircase and a sweeping front porch, perfect for enjoying Southern charm at its finest. Inside, the fully renovated 3-bedroom, 3-full bath, 3-half bath home boasts impeccable design across the first and second floors. A large rear deck and screened porch create ideal spaces for relaxation or entertaining. The ground level remains a flexible canvas, ready for your personal touch.Secondary Dwelling & Barn: A beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath living space sits atop an expansive barn/stable area, perfect for housing your equestrian pursuits or transforming into a creative space. Equestrian Amenities: This fully functional estate is designed for horse enthusiasts and equestrian professionals: Three expertly designed pastures: Pasture #1: Ideal for grazing, with controlled fenced walkways to other pastures. Pasture #2: Adjacent to the barn, offering riding, training, and wash areas with 4 water access points. Pasture #3: A professionally designed 20x60-meter dressage arena. Mowed riding trails: Enjoy private adventures along scenic paths on your property. Luxury Upgrades & Renovations: Main Home: Interior renovations (2017) New roof (2024) New vinyl siding (2024) Window replacements (2024) Barn/Stable: New roof (2024) Interior and exterior renovations (2021, 2024) Explore agricultural tax advantages, build your equestrian legacy, or simply indulge in the serenity of this magnificent estate. Professional measurement of barn/stable living space pending. This is more than just a property it's a lifestyle investment. Don't miss your chance to own one of Charleston's finest equestrian estates. *** Property lines in photos are not exact and are digitally added to the photos. *** A property survey to include elevation certification for both structures is on order. Survey to show property corners and acreage. *** Dressage letters, ground poles, ring and jumps do not convey. ***Property and all structures are being sold WHERE IS/AS IS. All information presented to best of Seller/Listing Agents knowledge and make no representations to the correctness thereof. Buyers and buyers Agents should verify any/all information presented and important to them.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
24.86 acresLot Size
$707Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • Brand Name Real Estate
Bought with Ginn Maiers• Dunes Properties of Chas Inc
Perfect setting and elements for family home, horse farm, estate living and a gracious Lowcountry lifestyle. Home is custom built and is ready for your decor updates. In addition it comes with a 2 bedroom caretaker's residence that could be for guests, in-laws, children, rental or for an estate caretaker. The caretakers cottage is over extensive finished storage. With 25+/- acres, extensive fencing, pond, lovey live oaks and trees, perfect spot for a pool in the yard adjacent to the main house, fields and natural areas, this unique property can be an expression of your family's dreams. Put in a tennis court, putting green, stables, riding ring, grow an expansive garden, raise roses, become a gentleman/lady farmer and preserve the agricultural tax basis. The options are endless.All just a hop, skip and a jump to Kiawah. Main home has extensive porches front, back and side. The finished ground level is the perfect setting for family gatherings, crafts and hobbies. The main level features a master suite with sitting room/office. Each of the two top level bedrooms are designed with full baths. New HVAC in main house. New roof on main house and cottage. The price reflects the need to update the kitchen and baths. But the home is well cared for, lightly used and ready to move in and live comfortably as you plan how you will personalize your home. Square footage, bedrooms and baths in caretaker cottage not included in home square footage nor room totals.
Charleston Trident MLS #16002739
Mar 17, 2017
Listing Removed
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Dec 11, 2016
Price Changed
$825,000
$232/sq ft
Aug 8, 2016
Price Changed
$890,000
$251/sq ft
Feb 2, 2016
Listed
$950,000
$268/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #15028308
Jan 15, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 6, 2015
Listed
$950,000
$268/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #15011295
Nov 6, 2015
Listing Removed
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Oct 28, 2015
Contingent
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Oct 12, 2015
Price Changed
$950,000
$268/sq ft
Apr 30, 2015
Listed
$1,050,000
$296/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #9915417
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
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Dec 8, 1999
Listed
$495,000
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 22, 2000
Sold
$425,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 16, 1988
Sold
$27,500
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,212 (+27.1%)
$504,490 + $525,737
$1,030,227
2022
$5,677 (−1.8%)
2021
$5,782 (−0.6%)
2020
$5,816 (+13.9%)
2018
$5,106 (−13.2%)
2017
$5,880 (+4.0%)
2016
$5,654 (+18.2%)
2013
$4,784
Tax history for 3980 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,212 (+27.1%)
$504,490 + $525,737
$1,030,227
2022
$5,677 (−1.8%)
2021
$5,782 (−0.6%)
2020
$5,816 (+13.9%)
2018
$5,106 (−13.2%)
2017
$5,880 (+4.0%)
2016
$5,654 (+18.2%)
2013
$4,784
*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
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
311 ft.
Lot depth
3 ft.
Lot size
24.86 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
3,550
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
2590000002
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
AGR
Agricultural Residential District
The AGR, Agricultural Residential Zoning District implements the Agricultural Residential policies of the Comprehensive Plan. The district is intended for application in all Settlement Areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Museum / gallery
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Entrance Foyer, Great, Pantry, Separate Dining, Sun
Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer