970 Carmel Drive, Charleston, SC 29412 (MLS# 26016444)

970 Carmel Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

New Listing
$1,200,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,942 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 17,860 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,200,000 List Date: 6/05/2026 Last Modified: 6/05/2026

Overview

Description

Nestled on a sprawling 0.40-acre lot in the highly desirable White Point community on James Island, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of privacy, versatility, and modern upgrades, all with no HOA and less than four miles from Downtown Charleston. From the moment you arrive, a spacious front yard and charming front porch create an inviting first impression. Step inside and be captivated by soaring vaulted ceilings, fresh interior paint, updated luxury vinyl plank flooring, and stunning sightlines that lead directly to the backyard retreat. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the open-concept layout flows seamlessly from the entry into the spacious living room, where natural light and picturesque views create an inviting atmosphere.

Supplements: The beautifully renovated kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring new cabinetry, updated appliances, a large center island with seating, a striking backsplash, and abundant natural light. The adjacent dining area and easy access to the screened porch make hosting a joy. There is also a conveniently located laundry room just off the kitchen. A short

Listing Details MLS# 26016444

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #
4260800097
Street #
970
Street Name
Carmel
Street Suffix
Drive
County
Charleston
State
SC
Zip Code
29412
Area
21 – James Island
Tax District
34 – Charleston (Jas Is)
Subdivision
White Point
Elementary School
Harbor View
Middle School
Camp Road
High School
James Island Charter
Directions
Harborview Road to Fort Sumter, take a left at ''T'' in the road to stay on Fort Sumter. Fort Sumter merges with Carmel.
Legal Description
LOT 37 BLK A

Contract Info

Sub-Type
Single Family Detached
MLS List Date
2026-06-05
Primary Structure List Price/SqFt
407.89

General Property Info

Primary Bedroom – Main Level
No
Baths – Full
3
Baths – Total
3
Ground Level
No
Stories
2
Primary Structure Apx SqFt
2942
Ownership
Fee Simple
Year Built
1981
Acreage
0.41
Other Structures Y/N
No
Potential Short Sale
No
Lease Purchase
No
HOA Fee
No
Auction
No

Solar Panel Details

Location
Roof

Tax/Fees

Special Assessment
No
Taxes
2918

Office/Member Info

Seller Concessions Negotiable Y/N
Yes

More Information

SqFt Source

Appraisal
Yes

Roof

Asphalt Shingle
Yes

Lot Description

0 – .5 Acre
Yes
Inside
Yes

Misc Exterior

Fence – Private
Yes
Fence – Wooden Enclosed
Yes
Patio
Yes
Pool – In Ground
Yes
Porch – Front Porch
Yes
Porch – Screened
Yes
Rain Gutters
Yes

Exterior

Cement Plank
Yes

SF Detached Style

Traditional
Yes

Foundation

Crawl Space
Yes

Garage/Parking

2 Car Garage
Yes
Attached
Yes
Off-Street Parking
Yes

Stories/Levels

2 Stories
Yes

Equipment/Appliances

Ceiling Fan
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Electric Range
Yes
Gas Range
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Washer Hookup
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes

Rooms

Formal Living
Yes
Laundry
Yes
Loft
Yes
Mother-In-Law Suite
Yes
Separate Dining
Yes

Assumable

No
Yes

Primary Bedroom

Ceiling Fan
Yes
Garden Tub/Shower
Yes
Sitting Room
Yes
Upstairs
Yes
Walk-In Closets
Yes

Proposed Financing

Any
Yes

Misc Interior

Ceiling – Blown
Yes
Ceiling – Cathedral/Vaulted
Yes
Ceiling – Smooth
Yes
Free-Standing Tub/Shower
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Walk-In Closets
Yes

New Owned

Pre-Owned
Yes

Floors

Luxury Vinyl Plank
Yes

Special

Flood Insurance
Yes

Water/Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes
Public Water
Yes

Utility Suppliers

Charleston Water Service
Yes

Green Features

Solar Panels
Yes

Property Features

SqFt Source: Appraisal SF Detached Style: Traditional Lot Description: 0 – .5 Acre; Inside Misc Exterior: Fence – Private; Fence – Wooden Enclosed; Patio; Pool – In Ground; Porch – Front Porch; Porch – Screened; Rain Gutters Roof: Asphalt Shingle Exterior: Cement Plank Foundation: Crawl Space Misc Interior: Ceiling – Blown; Ceiling – Cathedral/Vaulted; Ceiling – Smooth; Free-Standing Tub/Shower; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closets New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Formal Living; Laundry; Loft; Mother-In-Law Suite; Separate Dining Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan; Garden Tub/Shower; Sitting Room; Upstairs; Walk-In Closets Cooling: Central Air Floors: Luxury Vinyl Plank Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service Special: Flood Insurance Proposed Financing: Any Assumable: No Green Features: Solar Panels
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Listing Office: Matt O'Neill Real Estate
Last Updated: June – 05 – 2026
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