1269 River Road, Johns Island, SC 29455 (MLS# 26014427)

1269 River Road, Johns Island, SC 29455

$875,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 900 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 36,590 Status: Active

Current Price: $875,000 List Date: 5/18/2026 Last Modified: 8/31/2026

Overview

Description

Rare opportunity to own a true deepwater property less than 9 miles from Downtown Charleston for under $1M! Situated on 0.84 acres along Penny’s Creek, 1269 River Road offers an incredibly hard-to-find combination of deepwater access, updated construction, and future expansion potential. The property features a private dock with floater and 6,000lb boat lift, providing approximately 6ft of water at low tide for easy access to Charleston’s waterways. The charming cottage was completely renovated down to the studs by the current owner, blending modern systems and finishes with timeless Lowcountry character. Inside, you’ll find stunning maple hardwood floors throughout, an open-concept floorplan, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and abundant natural light…

Supplements: …Major upgrades include all new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, Anderson high-impact windows, spray foam insulation, and a generator transfer switch for added peace of mind. A standing seam metal roof and crushed oyster shell driveway complete the home's coastal aesthetic. One of the home's standout features is the expansive screened porch overlooki … (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26014427

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #: 3110000032
Street #: 1269
Street Name: River
Street Suffix: Road
County: Charleston
State: SC
Zip Code: 29455
Area: 23 – Johns Island
Tax District: 52 – Charleston (John Is)
Subdivision: Johns Island
Elementary School: Johns Island Elementary
Middle School: Haut Gap
High School: St. Johns
Directions: From Downtown Charleston, take Maybank Highway to Johns Island. Right onto River Road. Property is on the right just before the new roundabout.

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Detached
MLS List Date: 2026-05-18
Total List Price/SqFt: 972.22

General Property Info

Primary Structure Full Baths: Yes
Primary Structure Beds: 2
Total Baths – Full: Yes
Total Beds: 2
Baths – Total: Yes
Ground Level: No
Primary Bedroom – Main Level: Yes
Stories: Yes
Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 900
Total Apx SqFt: 900
Ownership: Fee Simple
Year Built: 1955
Acreage: 0.84
Other Structures Y/N: No
Potential Short Sale: No
C/R: No
Occupancy: Vacant
Lease Purchase: No
HOA Fee: No
Auction: No

More Information

Property Features

SqFt Source: Builder/Owner; Previous Listing SF Detached Style: Cottage Lot Description: .5 – 1 Acre; High; Level; Marshfront; Marshview; River Access; Riverfront; Riverview; Tidal Creek; Waterfront – Deep; Waterfront – Shallow Misc Exterior: Boatlift; Dock – Existing; Dock – Floating; Fence – Metal Enclosed; Fence – Rear Only; Porch – Rear; Porch – Screened; Stoop; Thermal Windows/Doors Roof: Metal Exterior: Cement Plank Foundation: Crawl Space Misc Interior: Ceiling – Smooth New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Eat-In-Kitchen; Laundry; Living/Dining Combo Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan; Downstairs Cooling: Central Air Floors: Wood Heat: Central Possession: Immediate Utility Suppliers: Dominion Energy; John IS Water Co Special: Flood Insurance Proposed Financing: Any; Cash; Conventional Loan Assumable: No Green Features: Energy Star Windows

Listing Office: Beach Residential

Last Updated: August – 31 – 2026

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