21 - James Island Homes with Formal Living Interior features

21 - James Island Homes with Formal Living Interior features

**Discover the Charm of James Island, SC: Your Perfect Home Awaits!**

Nestled just a stone's throw away from the vibrant heart of Charleston, James Island is a hidden gem that perfectly marries coastal living with Southern charm. Known for its lush landscapes, friendly neighborhoods, and rich history, this area offers a unique blend of tranquility and accessibility. Residents enjoy the best of both worlds—proximity to the bustling downtown Charleston and the serene beauty of the nearby beaches, including Folly Beach and Kiawah Island.

The real estate market on James Island is as diverse as its residents, featuring a variety of homes that cater to different lifestyles. One of the standout features of many homes in this region is the elegant formal living spaces. These interiors are designed to impress, boasting high ceilings, exquisite moldings, and ample natural light that creates an inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re hosting a sophisticated dinner party or enjoying a quiet evening with family, these formal living areas provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion.

In addition to their stunning interiors, homes on James Island often come with spacious yards, ideal for outdoor entertaining or simply soaking in the beautiful Lowcountry weather. With a community that values both nature and neighborly connections, this region is perfect for families, retirees, and anyone looking to embrace the relaxed Southern lifestyle.

If you're seeking a home that combines elegance with comfort, James Island is the place to be. Explore the available listings today and discover the enchanting lifestyle that awaits you in this charming Charleston enclave!

Newest 21 - James Island Homes with Formal Living Interior features

$650,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26025659 MLS ⋅ Woodhaven SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
*Ask about the possibility of receiving 1% reduction in interest rate and free refi.*** Back on market at no fault of the seller. Updated with a new roof, improved plumbing under the house, and updated, up-to-code electrical systems! Situated on Fort Johnson Road on James Island, this home offers a beautiful setting and an exceptional location. As you approach the property, you'll immediately notice the soaring oak trees, the lovely front yard, the roomy and versatile driveway, and the welcoming front porch that creates inviting curb appeal. Step inside to discover gleaming wood flooring and abundant natural light throughout the home. To the right of the foyer, the formal living room features a charming bay window and convenient access to the kitchen,making it a comfortable space for gathering. To the left of the entry, a flexible room offers the perfect setting for a formal dining room, living room, or study space to suit your space to suit your needs. The kitchen features gleaming countertops, stainless appliances, a stylish backsplash, white cabinetry, and a functional galley-style layout with a casual eat-in area. Just beyond, the family room provides a warm and welcoming space with a cozy fireplace and access to the backyard, creating an ideal setting for both relaxing and entertaining. The flexible bonus room/optional 4th bedroom can serve as a media room, or additional living space. A convenient laundry room and powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom offers wonderful natural light, a separate sitting area, two closets, and an en suite bathroom featuring a modern vanity and a beautiful step-in shower. Two additional bedrooms are also located on the second floor, including one with a walk-in closet, along with a lovely full bathroom. Out back, you'll love spending time in the fenced-in backyard where shady trees, a huge deck and patio, beautiful landscaping, and a handy shed create a peaceful outdoor retreat. This location is hard to beat. Directly across the street you'll find Harbor View-Fort Johnson Park. You're also just over a mile from Melton Peter Demetre Park and within 5 miles of various shopping and dining options, James Island County Park, and downtown Charleston. The Wappoo Cut Boat Landing is just 5.2 miles away, and downtown Charleston is 7.8 miles away. With so much to love both inside and out, this James Island home is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your showing today. *Some images have been virtually enhanced or staged. The furnishings and decor shown are for illustrative purposes only, and the actual property may appear different in person.

621 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston
$765,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26025440 MLS ⋅ Lawton Bluff SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 734 Waites Drive, a beautifully updated home tucked away in Lawton Bluff on James Island, just off Harbor View Road. Originally built in 1971, this home has been thoughtfully renovated while maintaining the character and functionality of its original layout. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from downtown Charleston and 10 minutes from Folly Beach, it offers an ideal combination of location, space, and everyday convenience. Situated on nearly half an acre in an X flood zone, the property provides plenty of room to enjoy both indoor and outdoor living.As you enter the home, you are welcomed by an open-concept dining and sitting area that flows seamlessly into the newly renovated kitchen, complete with new appliances, updated hardware, and thoughtful finishes throughout. The kitchen opens to the living room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace and sliding glass doors leading to the screened-in patio, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. Down the hall are two guest bedrooms and a completely renovated guest bathroom featuring dual vanities, built-in shelving, tile finishes, updated hardware and mirrors, and new light fixtures. At the end of the hallway, the spacious primary bedroom offers a private retreat with an updated en-suite bathroom featuring a dual vanity, walk-in shower, updated hardware, new mirrors, and lighting. The laundry room is conveniently located just off the spacious two-car garage, which is currently set up as a home gym and offers plenty of additional storage. Outside, the property shines with ample patio space, a turf putting green, and a large backyard with plenty of room to enjoy. A 12' x 20' raised barn has been converted into a versatile storage space and golf simulator. Additional updates and features include a 2024 HVAC system, hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, fresh interior paint, updated light fixtures throughout, a renovated sunroom, exterior electrical for the patio, an RV electrical hookup, and an in-ground well pump. With thoughtful updates, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a prime James Island location, 734 Waites Drive offers convenience and comfort just minutes from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach!

734 Waites Drive, Charleston
$4,700,000
6 Beds ⋅ 5.5 Baths ⋅ 26025285 MLS ⋅ Country Club Charleston SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Rare original-owner home overlooking the Country Club of Charleston golf course. The expansive residence presents a rare opportunity to secure a property in one of Charleston's most desirable neighborhoods, set against a backdrop of sweeping fairways and mature live oaks. Offering more than 7,900 square feet of living space, the home features six bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms, thoughtfully arranged across multiple levels. The flexible floor plan includes two private offices, a den, a dedicated craft or wrapping room, and a third-floor loft well suited for a children's retreat, game room, or home theater. The home has been impeccably maintained by its original owners and offers the opportunity to be enjoyed as-is or enhanced through thoughtful updates to create atrue legacy estate. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Charleston, this property offers an unparalleled combination of setting, space, and long-term value in one of the city's most established neighborhoods.

235 Country Club Lane, Charleston
$796,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26025030 MLS ⋅ Bayfield Manor SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome home to this charming brick Cape Cod nestled on a spacious corner lot in a sought-after James Island neighborhood with no HOA! Mature trees and a large driveway create fantastic curb appeal, while the location offers easy access to downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, and everything James Island has to offer, with Stiles Point Elementary just a short walk away. Inside, the light-filled living room features a cozy brick fireplace and two doors leading out to the backyard oasis. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, new Energy Star stainless steel appliances, and crisp white cabinetry, flowing seamlessly into the dining and living spaces. This home offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a large finished room over the garage (FROG) that provides flexible space perfect for abonus room, home office, or potential 4th bedroom. The primary bath includes a stylish double vanity, and additional bathrooms feature classic finishes throughout. Step outside to your own private retreat: a brand-new pool (2025) surrounded by an expansive deck, plus a turf play area ideal for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The fully fenced backyard offers plenty of room to enjoy Lowcountry living year-round. This home has been meticulously maintained with numerous recent updates, including new carpet (2025), a roof that was washed and inspected in 2025, all-new thermal pane windows, new ductwork and insulation, a cleaned crawlspace with a new 14-mil vapor barrier (June 2026), and a brand-new pool (2025). Situated in Flood Zone X, no flood insurance is required. With its unbeatable location, thoughtful updates, and inviting outdoor spaces, this James Island gem is ready for its next chapter!

947 Foxcroft Road, Charleston
$4,500,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26024912 MLS ⋅ Riverland Terrace SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Perched high above the water in one of Charleston's most coveted deep-water locations, this west-facing property delivers the kind of sunset that stops conversation -- every evening, without exception. A private deep-water dock with pier head, floater, and boat lift puts the harbor, the rivers, and open water within easy reach, no tide charts required.The lot itself is the story here: elevated, generously proportioned, and oriented to capture light and water views from nearly every angle. An existing residence sits on the property today, while you take your time envisioning what comes next. Whether you renovate, expand, or start fresh and build to your own specifications, the foundation -- literally and figuratively -- is already in place.This is a property for someone who already has everything and is simply waiting for the right piece of Charleston waterfront to complete it. Properties with true deep water, a private dock of this caliber, and a west-facing bluff rarely come to market -- and when they do, they don't stay available long.

151 Stono Drive, Charleston
$825,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26024873 MLS ⋅ Bayview Farms SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 1504 Clark Sound on James Island, where generous living spaces, a flexible floor plan, and a large fenced backyard offer room to make yourself at home. With five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a half bath, and a separate office or nursery off the primary suite, this home offers options for work, relaxation, and hosting guests.The first floor features a spacious formal living room and a separate dining room conveniently located just off the kitchen. Cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances complement a kitchen that opens directly to the inviting family room. A marble-surround fireplace with gas logs anchors the space, creating a comfortable setting for everyday living and entertaining.A 2020 renovation added a first-floor bedroom and full bathrooby converting part of the two-car garage, reducing its depth while creating valuable additional living space. This addition provides a convenient option for guests or anyone seeking a bedroom on the main level. Upstairs, four bedrooms include the primary suite with an adjoining bonus space--ideal for a home office, nursery, or private sitting room. Outside, the large fenced backyard offers plenty of room for cookouts, gardening, and outdoor enjoyment, while a whole-home generator adds peace of mind. Discover the space and versatility to make this James Island home your own!

1504 Clark Sound Circle, Charleston
$865,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26024693 MLS ⋅ Clearview SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome home to 749 Beauregard Street. This alluring [3] Bedroom [2] Full Bathroom brick ranch is the perfect combination of late mid-century construction, modern updating and unmatched location. Upon entering James Island's well established Clearview neighborhood you are transported back to a time when homes had character, uniqueness and abundant yards(sorry E-mower, you're not gonna make it on one battery!). When you arrive at 749 Beauregard St you immediately notice the massive, mature trees, ideal for a tire swing, Swurfer(r) or treehouse and the oversized gate in your fence, perfect for backing in your boat after a long day on the water with family and friends. As you cross the threshold into your foyer you have your formal dining room to your right, your family room straight aheadand to the left all three bedrooms and both bathrooms. Another unique feature of this quintessential 70s ranch is another "informal" dining room or office or perfect school room nestled between the formal dining room and the kitchen. Your kitchen has been updated with rich dark countertops offset by striking white cabinets all gloriously illuminated by the colossal bay window overlooking your gargantuan fully fenced in backyard. At the opposite end of the home, you will find your 2 guest bedrooms and full guest bathroom complete with large soaking tub and your Master Suite with walk-in closet and large tiled shower. Just off the family room are your French doors that lead out to your back patio and the aforementioned impressive backyard complete with spacious shed. But what makes this home so truly special, what is the cherry on top of this house sundae?? Its location! You are in walking distance to Melton Peter Demetre Park (Sunrise Park), local favorite Dawn Patrol Coffee, pickle ball courts and a playground. Or a short bike ride/golf cart ride to more local coffee, local restaurants, and Harris Teeter. If you're looking for adventure a little further than a short walk, you are less than 7 miles to Historic Downtown Charleston and some of the nations best restaurants, history and world class hotels. In the opposite direction you are less than 9 miles to The Edge of America Folly Beach. Whether you are looking for your first house, your last house or one in between, 749 Beauregard Street is where you want to call home.

749 Beauregard Street, Charleston
$1,599,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26024346 MLS ⋅ Harbor View SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to your James Island paradise! Enjoy rare 24/7 DEEPWATER ACCESS with a shared dock and private Safe Haven jet dock, complemented by sweeping marsh views through floor-to-ceiling windows. Set on a expansive 0.40-acre yard with ample room for a pool or ADU, this home has been extensively upgraded inside and out. Key highlights include a new roof (2026), a $40k landscaping transformation, and updated kitchen and bathrooms. Premium systems deliver ultimate convenience, including a whole-house generator, tankless water heater, fireplace, and complete lawn irrigation. Situated in a premier location zoned for award-winning Harbor View Elementary (2026 Palmetto's Finest) and just minutes to Historic Downtown Charleston!

1259 Harbor View Lane, Charleston
$699,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26024246 MLS ⋅ Oakcrest SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
No detail was overlooked at 1228 Oakcrest on James Island. Just 10 minutes from Folly Beach and with easy access to downtown Charleston, this move-in-ready home is essentially brand new and has been thoughtfully renovated with quality you'll notice the moment you step through the beautiful new front door.The home features new flooring and subflooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, doors, and fully renovated bathrooms with new tubs, showers, vanities, mirrors, and lighting. The open-concept kitchen showcases high-end appliances, handpicked cabinetry, a stylish backsplash, and a spacious island, flowing seamlessly into the living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The dining area offers additional pantry and storage space.Outside, enjoy a freshly landscaped yard and patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, along with a new shed offering plenty of additional storage. Additional updates include new soffits, fascia, exterior siding, shutters, and a new vapor barrier to help keep moisture out of the crawl space. Located in a beautiful, well loved neighborhood, with no HOA!

1228 Oakcrest Drive, Charleston
$950,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26023930 MLS ⋅ Riverview SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Set along a peaceful tidal creek, this three-bedroom, three-bath ranch offers a rare combination of privacy, water access, and nearly half an acre of land. The setting is truly special, with an unobstructed natural backdrop behind the property. Nothing can be built there, preserving the quiet, peaceful feel for years to come.The tidal creek provides direct access to the harbor, making it easy to enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and time on the water right from home. A private dock with a boat lift adds even more versatility for enjoying the waterfront.Inside, the comfortable ranch-style layout offers easy one-level living, while the converted garage provides valuable additional space that can function as a home office, playroom, studio, or flexible living area. With three bedrooms, three full baths, generous outdoor space, and a waterfront setting that feels tucked away from it all, this property offers a relaxed Lowcountry lifestyle with room to make it your own.

1222 Taliaferro Avenue, Charleston
$590,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26023921 MLS ⋅ Jamestown Estates SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
3 bedroom ranch home. Renovated. Hardwood floors. New counter tops. New oven. New stove. Move in ready. Roof was upgraded to SC storm standards.

1774 N Mayflower Drive, Charleston
$776,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26023848 MLS ⋅ Clearview SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
This vintage, well-built home is located in the Clearview area of James Island. It is a great location and a short walk, bike, or golf cart ride to the James Island Yacht Club, Simeon Pinckney Park and the May Forest Park. All in the neighborhood without crossing busy roads! The home has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms and has a real woodburning fireplace on a spacious corner lot. For 50 years, this home has remained in the same family, so there are some updates if you wish to modernize, however the home has been refreshed and is perfectly comfortable in its current condition.

611 Beauregard Street, Charleston
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