Some prοpеrtiеѕ are purсhаsed for what they are. Otherѕ аre acquired for what they make possible. 71 Tropicana Road encompasses approximately 30 acres along the Harbor River on St. Helena Island, offering a scale of waterfront ownership that is seldom available within one of the Lowcountry's most enduring coastal settings. Positioned just 15 minutes from downtown Beaufort and Hunting Island, the property combines river frontage, open acreage, established infrastructure, and long term flexibility within a single holding. The land unfolds across pastures, marsh views, equestrian grounds, and multiple locations suitable for future construction. Throughout the property, the relationship between water, sky, and open space creates a setting that feels connected to the surrounding landscape and shaped by the natural rhythms of the coast. Equestrian improvements already in place provide immediate functionality. An eight stall barn, heated and cooled tack room, wash stalls, secondary three stall barn, paddocks, run in sheds, dressage ring, and round pen support a variety of pursuits while preserving flexibility for future ownership. Infrastructure often requires years to establish. Here, much of that work has already been completed. Three private wells, an existing septic system, approved septic capacity, and multiple potential homesites create a strong foundation for future plans without requiring an owner to begin from the ground up. What distinguishes this offering is not a single feature, but the collection of attributes working together. Harbor River frontage. Meaningful acreage. Existing improvements. Multiple homesites. Equestrian facilities. Development flexibility. Proximity to Beaufort. Each contributes to a property capable of serving many different visions while maintaining a strong sense of place. Whether envisioned as a private estate, family compound, equestrian property, recreational holding, or long term investment, the opportunity extends beyond present use. The land provides both immediate enjoyment and future potential within a region that continues to draw those seeking an authentic connection to the South Carolina coast. For those who evaluate property not only by what exists today, but by what it may represent decades from now, this offers an opportunity to acquire, preserve, and shape a meaningful piece of the Lowcountry's landscape for future generations.
Vacant landProperty Type
30 acresLot Size
$66,500Price/Acres
Listed by Birju Patel• Maxey Blackstream Christie's International Real Estate
Some properties are purchased for what they are. Others are acquired for what they make possible. 71 Tropicana Road encompasses approximately 30 acres along the Harbor River on St. Helena Island, offering a scale of waterfront ownership that is seldom available within one of the Lowcountry's most enduring coastal settings. Positioned just 15 minutes from downtown Beaufort and Hunting Island, the property combines river frontage, open acreage, established infrastructure, and long term flexibility within a single holding. The land unfolds across pastures, marsh views, equestrian grounds, and multiple locations suitable for future construction. Throughout the property, the relationship between water, sky, and open space creates a setting that feels connected to the surrounding landscape and shaped by the natural rhythms of the coast. Equestrian improvements already in place provide immediate functionality. An eight stall barn, heated and cooled tack room, wash stalls, secondary three stall barn, paddocks, run in sheds, dressage ring, and round pen support a variety of pursuits while preserving flexibility for future ownership. Infrastructure often requires years to establish. Here, much of that work has already been completed. Three private wells, an existing septic system, approved septic capacity, and multiple potential homesites create a strong foundation for future plans without requiring an owner to begin from the ground up. What distinguishes this offering is not a single feature, but the collection of attributes working together. Harbor River frontage. Meaningful acreage. Existing improvements. Multiple homesites. Equestrian facilities. Development flexibility. Proximity to Beaufort. Each contributes to a property capable of serving many different visions while maintaining a strong sense of place. Whether envisioned as a private estate, family compound, equestrian property, recreational holding, or long term investment, the opportunity extends beyond present use. The land provides both immediate enjoyment and future potential within a region that continues to draw those seeking an authentic connection to the South Carolina coast. For those who evaluate property not only by what exists today, but by what it may represent decades from now, 71 Tropicana Road offers an opportunity to acquire, preserve, and shape a meaningful piece of the Lowcountry's landscape for future generations.
RSMLS #510641
Jul 30, 2026
Listed
$1,995,000
LRMLS #196933
Jun 17, 2026
Listed
$1,995,000
RSMLS #453941
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$2,099,000
Jul 25, 2025
Relisted
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Jul 23, 2025
Delisted
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Jun 5, 2025
Listed
$2,299,900
LRMLS #190888
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$2,099,000
Jun 4, 2025
Listed
$2,299,900
Hive MLS #325553
May 5, 2025
Listing Removed
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Feb 6, 2025
Listed
$2,400,000
LRMLS #188768
Feb 11, 2025
Listed
$2,400,000
RSMLS #450442
Feb 6, 2025
Listed
$2,400,000
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Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
T2R
Rural Zone
The Rural T2R Zone is intended to preserve the rural character of Beaufort County. This Zone applies to areas that consist of sparsely settled lands in an open or cultivated state. It may include large lot residential, farms where animals are raised or crops are grown, parks, woodland, grasslands, trails, and open space areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
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Golf related
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Timberland
Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
St Helena Island, SC • 29920
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100/ 100
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in St Helena Island. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 71 Tropicana Rd
$1,842,008
$153K under list price of $2.00M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $405K to $1.5M.