Viewing Listing MLS# 25022765

$1,380,000 | 4 beds | 3 full baths | 1 half baths | 2,448 sqft

$1,380,000 Reduced -$95,000
1026 Fort Sumter Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
  • 4Beds
  • 3Full Baths
  • 1Half Baths
  • 2,448SqFt
  • 1963Year Built
  • 0.37Acres
  • MLS# 25022765
  • Residential
  • Single Family Detached
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market3 months, 24 days
  • AreaJames Island
  • CountyCharleston
  • Subdivision Lawton Bluff

Overview

Harbor Front Living Just Minutes from Downtown Charleston. Nestled in the desirable waterfront community of Lawton Bluff, just 7 minutes from historic downtown Charleston, this spacious two-story James Island home offers the ultimate Lowcountry lifestyle. Set on a tidal creek with expansive marsh, water, and maritime forest views, the home features 3-4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, blending natural beauty with flexible, thoughtful design. Outdoor Oasis with Private Creek Access. Step into the shaded backyard retreat, where mature oak trees provide cool cover from Charleston's summer heat. Enjoy long-view sunsets most of the year from your own 16' x 10' floating dock, perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, crabbing, or launching your boat for a quick ride to Charleston Harbor. Two outbuildingTwo outbuildings offer abundant storageone is ideal for boats, kayaks, and bikes, while the other functions as a tool shed or workshop. Two multi-vehicle concrete driveways provide access to the backyard from both sides of the home. Designed for Entertaining & Easy Living. A 10-foot wide rear porch spans the back of the houseperfect for entertaining or relaxing while overlooking the water. Inside, a sun-drenched sunroom with tile flooring, two ceiling fans, and floor-to-ceiling windows opens to the porch through French doors, bringing the outside in. Spacious Interior with Flexible Layout. The main level features: Rich hardwood floors throughout. Dental crown molding and elegant architectural details. A formal living room with an elaborate mantle and French doors to the porch. A dining room with French doors for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The downstairs office (or optional primary suite) is a standout, featuring pickled wood-paneled walls, a brick fireplace with gas logs, and bay windows overlooking the front yard. With a full bathroom (70"" tub, subway tile), and direct access to the sunroom, this area can easily convert into a first-floor primary suite or private guest/in-law apartment, complete with a separate entrance, driveway, and parking. Additional features include 3.5 bathrooms, including a full and half bath on the main level. Multiple indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. Hardwood floors throughout. Waterfront access with dock. Two outbuildings for equipment and workshop useQuiet, established neighborhood near top schools, beaches, and downtown



Agriculture / Farm

Grazing Permits Forest Service:  No

Grazing Permits Private:  No

Grazing Permits Blm:  No

Horse:  No

Farm Credit Service Incl:  No

Association Fees / Info

Bathroom Info

Halfbaths:  1

Fullbaths:  3

Building Info

Levels:  Two

Window Features:  Window Treatments - Some, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows

Year Built:  1963

Floors:  Ceramic Tile, Wood

Business Info

Rent Control:  No

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Fencing:  Partial

Exterior Features:  Dock - Floating

Pool Private:  No

Style:  Traditional

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  1 Car Garage, Off Street, Other

Garage:  Yes

Attached Garage:  No

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Desclocation:  Gas Log, One, Other

Interior Features:  Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Living, Other, Separate Dining, Sun

Fireplace:  Yes

Laundry Features:  Gas Dryer Hookup

Num Fireplaces:  1

Lot Info

Lot Size:  0.37

Lot Desc:  0 - .5 Acre

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.37

Lot Sqft:  16117.2

Irrigation Water Rights:  No

Offer Compensation

Other

Mobile Home Remains:  No

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  2

Foundation:  Crawl Space

Exterior:  Brick Veneer

New Construction:  No

Roof:  Asphalt

Property Subtype:  No, Workshop

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

View:  No

Home Warranty:  No

Habitable Residence:  No

Room Info

Beds:  4

Primary Bedroom Features:  Ceiling Fan(s)

Room Master Bedroom Level:  Lower,Upper

Sale / Lease Info

Lease Renewal Option:  No

Lease Considered:  No

Lease Assignable:  No

Special Features

Sqft Info

Sqft:  2448

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

Heating:  Yes

Heat:  Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas

Water Sewer:  Public Sewer

Cooling:  Central Air

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Water Front Features:  Marshfront, Tidal Creek, Waterfront - Shallow, Seawall

Waterfront:  Yes

Schools

Elem:  Harbor View

Middle:  Camp Road

High:  James Island Charter

Directions

From Downtown, Take The Harbor View Exit. Take A Right On Harbor View, Take A Left On Gregg. Go To Stop Sign And Take A Right On Fort Sumter Drive. Left On Fort Sumter, House Is Down On The Left.

Courtesy of listing office Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC 

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Price & Status History (on elizabethgroup.net since Mon, Aug 18th 2025)
  • Original Price: $1,550,000
  • Current Price: $1,380,000
  • Price Reduced: $170,000
Date ChangedFromTo
09/26/2025$1,475,000 $1,380,000 Reduced by $95,000
09/16/2025$1,550,000 $1,475,000 Reduced by $75,000

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