Build your dream home on a 27-acre private nature preserve on Johns Island. This unique opportunity includes 3 contiguous parcels centered around a picturesque 5-acre lake, complete with a natural wooded island--an idyllic setting for a custom estate.The property is rich with natural beauty and wildlife, including waterfowl, deer, and wild turkey, making it ideal for those seeking privacy, recreation, or a personal hunting retreat. Mature wooded areas and generous buffers provide a sense of seclusion while preserving the land's natural character.With subdivision potential, the property offers flexibility for a family compound, multi-home estate, or future investment. Tucked away in a quiet, rural setting, yet less than 1 mile from Main Road and just minutes to West Ashley and downtown.
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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Property details
Exterior
Finance
Exterior features
Pond on the property
Over 10 acres
Easements present
Horses allowed
Home design
Land parcel (no structures listed)
Located in the Pt California subdivision
MLS area: Johns Island
Utilities
No utilities indicated
Other
Documents available: Appraisal, Plat
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Electricity and solar
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The RR, Rural Residential Zoning District implements the Rural Residential policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Library
Museum / gallery
Police station
Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 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
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Johns Island, SC • 29455
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
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.
9.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 0 Old Pond Rd
$1,180,380
$170K under list price of $1.35M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $295K to $799K.