If the small town charm of Summerville is calling you HOME, then you will LOVE this absolutely adorable, impeccably renovated cottage on the edge of the Historic District. There is SO MUCH curb appeal & attention to detail that it could be featured in Southern Living Magazine. Plus, you're a quick stroll, bike ride or golf cart trip to everything in downtown Summerville: The Farmer's market, Hutchinson Square, restaurants, shops, nightlife, football games & more! This home & its HUGE yard has blessed this family of 4 for seven years - but it's now time to upsize. The family has found the perfect home for their kids & they are now ready to bestow this beauty upon another family. They have put so much time, effort & passion into this home & it shows. Recent upgrades include an all new...master bath (2020), HVAC system (2019), new 30-year roof with roof and porch addition along with new sidewalk (2017), custom kitchen cabinet doors (2020), all new stainless fridge & stove (2020), quartz countertops (2019), new back deck (2020), recently painted porch deck (2020) and much more. The details and quality are significant: wonderful shiplap accents inside, cement plank siding, solid wood doors, high end hardware & solid wood trim (no press board or mdf). All big-ticket items have been covered & are ready for years to come! This home definitely lives larger than its square footage with a perfect layout & efficient use of space. The generous front porch adds a magnificent Southern outdoor living space that's large enough for multiple rocking chairs & plenty of sweet tea. The brand new back deck is ideal for grilling & watching the wildlife. Deer, foxes & birds are common sightings in this lovely wooded back yard. Speaking of this half acre beauty, there is no HOA - you are free to enjoy as you please. Custom-build a garage or workshop, store your boat, RV, work trailer or equipment or create an amazing outdoor oasis that you've always dreamed of. Zoned for DD2 schools. Moments away from downtown Summerville. 30 minutes from Charleston with easy access to I-26. Come experience the charm and explore all the finer details of this fully renovated cottage.
4 bedroom home on a private lot. The home features laminate flooring in the living room and ceramic tile in the eat in kitchen. Large wooded back yard. Beautiful home offers classic value and the kind of comforts you will be proud to call your own at a fantastic price! Floor plan is ideal for entertaining family and friends. Great opportunities like this do not stay around long! Choose FHA financing to qualify for $100 down payment. Ask your Agent for details. Sold as is, no repairs or warranties.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,874
2024
$2,874 (+20.0%)
2022
$2,395 (+2.9%)
2021
$2,328 (+136.7%)
2020
$983 (+2.1%)
2019
$963 (+14.1%)
2018
$844 (+1.7%)
2017
$830 (+13.3%)
2016
$732 (−0.1%)
2015
$733 (−20.8%)
2013
$925
$1,000 + $3,020
$4,020
Tax history for 215 Germantown Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,874
2024
$2,874 (+20.0%)
2022
$2,395 (+2.9%)
2021
$2,328 (+136.7%)
2020
$983 (+2.1%)
2019
$963 (+14.1%)
2018
$844 (+1.7%)
2017
$830 (+13.3%)
2016
$732 (−0.1%)
2015
$733 (−20.8%)
2013
$925
$1,000 + $3,020
$4,020
*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
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,152
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dorchester County
APN
1370902044000C
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
GR-5
General Residential District
The purpose of this district is to establish and preserve medium density residential areas (5 units/acre) and designed to encourage and continue a stable and healthy environment for residential uses and to exclude uses which are not compatible with such residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Architectural, Metal
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre, Level, Wooded
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Levels: One
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: 207 - City of Summerville
Tax Legal Description: Tax ID 137-09-02-044
Tax Map Number: 1370902044
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Summerville
Middle Or Junior School: Alston
High School: Summerville
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Major: 63 - Summerville/Ridgeville
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: —
County: Dorchester County
APN: 1370902044000C
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Standard Status: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Summerville Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Alston Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Summerville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
98% 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
Summerville, SC • 29483
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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71
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41
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$329,000 – $398,000
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