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    2551 Helmsman Rd, Johns Island, SC 29455

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    1,846sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2021
    3,484 Square Feet Lot
    $1,167,100 Zestimate®
    $650/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Fenced yardFarmhouse sinkClassic shaker cabinetrySpacious two-car garageCorner lotSpacious second-floor guest bedroomStunning marsh views
    Welcome to 2551 Helmsman Road, a beautifully appointed coastal retreat located within the highly sought-after Kiawah River community on Johns Island. Perfectly positioned on a corner lot with stunning marsh views, this move-in ready 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home captures the relaxed rhythm of Lowcountry living with breezy porches on multiple levels, a fenced yard, and a spacious two-car garage.The interiors are light, polished, and thoughtfully designed, featuring a gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops, marble backsplash, gas cooktop, farmhouse sink, and classic shaker cabinetry. The floor plan offers exceptional flexibility with dual primary suites on both the first and second floors, each providing easy access to outdoor living spaces overlooking the marsh.A spacious second-floor guest bedroom and convenient hall office complete the layout. Located in Charleston's first agrihood, Kiawah River offers a lifestyle centered around nature, wellness, and connection. Residents enjoy miles of scenic walking and biking trails, community docks and boat/kayak launch access, two pools, tennis and pickleball courts, dog parks, a children's playground with zip line, community gardens, fresh farm produce and eggs, and the Spring House wellness center with fitness facilities, sauna, and steam room. The community also offers a working farm with animals, Coastal Expeditions, and nearby dining and spa experiences at The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. Just a short drive from Kiawah Island's beaches and historic downtown Charleston, this home is the perfect opportunity to enjoy refined coastal living in one of the Lowcountry's most distinctive waterfront communities.
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    Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC

    Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26016056MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living/Dining Combo, Foyer, Pantry
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Pantry
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,846
      • Total interior livable area: 1,846 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage, Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Porch
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Lawn Irrigation, Stoop
      • Spa features: Community
      Lot
      • Size: 3,484 Square Feet
      • Features: 0 - .5 Acre
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2120000061

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Cement Siding
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2021

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Berkeley Elect Co-Op, John IS Water Co

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Boat Ramp, Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Park, Pool, Sauna, Tennis Court(s), Trash, Walk/Jog Trails
      • Subdivision: Kiawah River
      Location
      • Region: Johns Island

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $650/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $925,000
      • Annual tax amount: $3,497
      • Date on market: 6/3/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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        Estimated market value

        $1,167,100

        $1.11M - $1.23M

        $3,703/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/3/2026Listed for sale$1,199,999+2.2%$650/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #26016056 Report a problem
        4/15/2024Sold$1,174,000-9.7%$636/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24002821 Report a problem
        3/7/2024Contingent$1,299,999$704/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24002821 Report a problem
        2/4/2024Listed for sale$1,299,999+40.5%$704/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24002821 Report a problem
        12/17/2021Sold$925,000$501/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$3,497 +3.6%$37,000
        2023$3,376 -73.2%$37,000 -33.3%
        2022$12,613 +722.7%$55,500 +704.3%
        2021$1,533 +3229.4%$6,900 +3185.7%
        2020$46 $210
        2019$46 $210

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 29455

          Getting around

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          Car-Dependent
          25 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Mt. Zion
          • Middle: Haut Gap
          • High: St. Johns

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