Charleston Homes with .5 - 1 Acre Lot description

Charleston Homes with .5 - 1 Acre Lot description

Welcome to Charleston, South Carolina, a city where history meets modern charm, and Southern hospitality is woven into the fabric of everyday life. Known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant cultural scene, Charleston is a treasure trove of experiences just waiting to be explored. From the picturesque waterfront at The Battery to the bustling markets of the historic district, this coastal gem offers a unique blend of old-world charm and contemporary living.

For those seeking a home that perfectly balances space and serenity, properties situated on half to one-acre lots in Charleston provide an idyllic setting. These spacious lots offer ample room for outdoor activities, gardening, and even the potential for future expansion. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on a sun-drenched porch, surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of nature, all while being just minutes away from the vibrant downtown scene.

Homes on these generous lots often feature a variety of architectural styles, from classic Lowcountry designs to modern masterpieces, ensuring there's something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a cozy bungalow or a grand estate, the properties in this range often come with additional amenities such as spacious backyards, swimming pools, and outdoor entertaining areas—perfect for hosting family gatherings or enjoying peaceful evenings under the stars.

In Charleston, you’re not just buying a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle rich with history, culture, and community. Come discover the charm of Charleston and find your perfect sanctuary on a beautiful half to one-acre lot today!

Newest Charleston Homes with .5 - 1 Acre Lot description

$550,000
5 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26024510 MLS ⋅ Sherwood Forest SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Handyman special in Sherwood Forest. Mid-renovation brick fixer-upper on Acacia, ready for its next life. Over 3,100 sq ft, 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1 half bath, with formal living, recreation, and family rooms. Downstairs: kitchen, main living areas, and two bedrooms. Upstairs: full bath and three bedrooms, including the primary with an en-suite half bath. Expansive front patio and a wide second-story porch that spans the length of the home. Large fenced lot. 1960 construction, started, not finished. Bring your contractor. No HOA. West Ashley Bikeway around the corner for walking, running, or biking. About 4 miles to downtown, 2 miles to Avondale Five Points, 1 mile to Home Team BBQ and Tin Roof, about a mile to Forest Park, 3 miles to I-526, and about 13 miles to Folly Beach.

1520 Acacia Street, Charleston
$344,900
26024496 MLS ⋅ Marsh Oaks SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Stunning Marsh Front Homesite in established neighborhood, tucked beside 2 gorgeous Live Oak Trees. Cleared Homesite ready to build your dream home in a quiet established neighborhood convenient to Downtown & many of West Ashley's finest Retail & Restaurants. Enjoy expansive marsh vistas and stunning sunsets. Lot is ready to build upon. A great opportunity to build your dream home in one of Charleston's best locations & a gem like this Homesite isn't easy to find!

217 Marsh Oaks Drive, Charleston
$398,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26024366 MLS ⋅ Grand Oaks Townhomes SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 830 Rue Drive, a beautifully updated full-brick townhome offering tranquil natural views, modern 2025 improvements, and a prime West Ashley location just 20 minutes from Downtown Charleston and a short, easy ride to Folly Beach. This spacious three-story home sits directly across from a peaceful lake and protected wetlands, providing serene views and a rare sense of privacy. Recent upgrades include a new architectural roof (2025), new paint on the 2nd and 3rd floors (October 2025), and new flooring throughout the 2nd floor (October 2025), making the home truly move-in ready.The bright, open main living areas offer an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The well-appointed kitchen features 42-inch maple cabinets, Silestone countertops, and abundant prep and storage space. Both bedrooms include walk-in closets and private full bathrooms. The impressive two-story primary suite boasts soaring ceilings and a third-story loft overlooking the bedroom--ideal for a home office, reading lounge, or flex space. A finished dormer adds approximately five feet of additional usable space and overlooks the duck pond, creating a cozy nook. Outside, the private fenced yard provides a comfortable area for relaxing or gathering with friends. A 1.5-car detached garage offers excellent storage. The HOA provides exceptional value, covering high-speed internet, landscaping, exterior maintenance (including roof), annual termite bond and renewal, and upkeep of ponds, lakes, trails, green spaces, and entrances. Residents also enjoy access to Bees Landing Recreation Center, which offers a gym, tennis courts, sports fields, playgrounds, and walking trails. Located in desirable West Ashley, this home offers quick access to shopping, dining, parks, and major roadways--plus unbeatable proximity to both downtown Charleston and beaches. Use preferred lender to buy this home and receive an incentive towards your closing costs!

830 Rue Drive, Charleston
$749,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26024297 MLS ⋅ Shadowmoss SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Lovingly renovated and meticulously maintained, 49 Still Shadow Drive sits on a large .57 acre pond-front homesite in Shadowmoss, under a canopy of mature live trees draped in Spanish moss, the kind of Lowcountry setting most buyers picture but rarely find already built. The home has been thoughtfully updated with the kitchen and both bathrooms redone in granite, new flooring, and the home's major systems updated, all within the past five years. A wraparound covered front porch, large enough for rocking chairs and a porch swing, sets the tone for the rest of the home. The morning and evening symphony of birds, frogs and nature will make the front porch a perfect spot for coffee or winding down from the day. Inside, dramatic cathedral ceilings rise over the great room, and the kitchen,opening directly to the family room and its fireplace, has abundant soft close white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and granite counters running the length of the island, touchless faucet, and all the space you'll need for meals and entertaining. The separate dining room with built in hutch and designer moulding and lighting will be a great gathering place for meals. Four bedrooms upstairs, including the primary suite, where a double wide door entry opens to the large room with cathedral ceiling and two separate walk-in closets. The primary bath, anchored with granite countertops, with a book-matched stone backsplash, polished nickel fixtures, and a deep soaking garden tub and separate shower makes a luxurious escape for preparing for or ending the day. A finished flex room works as a genuine sunroom, home office, playroom, or guest space. Outside, mature landscaping, a private patio, and a gazebo (which conveys with an acceptable offer) frame the pond view. The back yard is fully fenced, and gives plenty of room to run. 49 Still Shadow Drive is in Shadowmoss, where owners have the option to join Shadowmoss Golf & Country Club: an 18-hole, par-71 course with a driving range, a fitness center with a yoga studio, seasonal pool access, and a full-service grill room and lounge, plus reciprocal privileges at Legend Oaks Golf Club and the Harbour Club at Westedge. HOA is $215 a year; club membership is separate and optional. Offered at $749,000. Mark this home as a favorite, and set your appointment to see this luxurious lowcountry home today!

49 Still Shadow Drive, Charleston
$7,475,620
5 Beds ⋅ 6.5 Baths ⋅ 26024151 MLS ⋅ Daniel Island Park SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 1109 Ship Builder Street, an exceptional to-be-built home by LowCountry Premier Custom Homes in The Retreat, Daniel Island Park's final neighborhood. Set on approximately 0.62 acres and bordered by green space, this private homesite offers breathtaking long marsh views. With southern exposure along the rear of the property, the home is ideally positioned to capture beautiful natural light and spectacular Lowcountry sunrises and sunsets.With plans fully approved by the Daniel Island Architectural Review Board (ARB), this thoughtfully designed property will feature approximately 5,558 heated square feet, including the main residence, detached guest house and sauna, with nearly 10,000 square feet under roof.Premium finishes include a standing-seam metal roof, NuCedar and Hardie siding, impact-rated windows and doors, Ipe porches, wide-plank white oak flooring, custom cabinetry and closets, extensive millwork, and Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. Outdoor living takes center stage with a custom gunite pool and spa, marble decking, outdoor kitchen, covered porches and outdoor fireplace, all designed to take advantage of the surrounding marsh views. Additional features include an elevator, whole-house generator, water filtration, integrated audio, security, Wi-Fi and Control4 smart-home technology. A full transferable golf membership to the Daniel Island Club further enhances this rare opportunity to build an extraordinary residence in one of Daniel Island's most coveted settings.

1109 Ship Builder Street, Charleston
$365,000
26023988 MLS ⋅ Active Status
A Rare Opportunity to Create Your Own Lowcountry Retreat.Build your dream home just minutes from the water, the beach, and Downtown Charleston.Tucked away in the sought-after Sol Legare area of James Island, this exceptional 0.80-acre wooded homesite offers the rare combination of privacy, convenience, and opportunity. Surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty, the property provides a peaceful Lowcountry setting for creating a home that is uniquely your own.Best of all, this is a shovel-ready homesite, with much of the preliminary work already completed. Electric, natural gas, public water, and high-speed internet are available at the site, while DHEC-approved septic plans, surveys, soil tests, and impact fees have all been completed and are available for Buyer. Thegroundwork is in place--now it's time to bring your vision to life. Imagine a timeless Charleston Single with sweeping porches and classic Lowcountry character, or a beautifully designed sprawling ranch surrounded by mature trees and tranquil outdoor spaces. With no HOA, you have the freedom and flexibility to create a residence tailored entirely to your lifestyle. And then there's the location. Launch a boat from the nearby Sol Legare Boat Landing, spend the afternoon at Folly Beach, or head into Historic Downtown Charleston for dinner, shopping, and everything this iconic city has to offer--all just minutes from home. With buildable land becoming increasingly difficult to find on James Island, opportunities like this are truly special. A private setting. A coveted location. The groundwork is done. The possibilities are yours. Create your own Lowcountry sanctuary and make this rare Sol Legare homesite the place where your Charleston dream begins.

Holly Creek Road Unit #Lot 4a, Charleston
$499,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26023655 MLS ⋅ Coosaw Creek Country Club SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome home to this beautifully designed custom residence, privately situated on a spacious 0.74-acre lot in the highly sought-after Coosaw Creek Country Club community. Offering an exceptional combination of privacy, space, and Lowcountry charm, this home is ready to impress from the moment you arrive.A welcoming full front porch and mature landscaping set the tone. Step inside to an abundance of natural light, beautiful hardwood floors, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring the primary suite on the main level. The inviting family room is anchored by a stunning brick fireplace with gas logs, topped with a truly unique raw mahogany mantel reclaimed from an original historic home on Broad Street in downtown Charleston. The family room flows into the dining and eat-in kitchen area, where you'll find granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and plenty of space for gathering and entertaining. Just beyond, step outside onto the expansive rear deck overlooking the large, private backyard--an ideal setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The first floor also offers a conveniently located half bath and laundry area. At the rear of the home, a separate staircase leads to the spacious FROG, providing a versatile flex space perfect for a home office, media room, playroom, guest retreat, or hobby area. Easy door access to the attic provides additional storage. The first-floor primary suite offers privacy and convenience, complete with a generously sized en-suite bath featuring a garden tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious secondary bedrooms with multiple closets, a charming nook, and a full bathroom. Located within Coosaw Creek Country Club, a gated community known for its outstanding amenities, residents can enjoy the golf course, swimming pool and splash pad, pickleball and tennis courts, and basketball facilities. The home is also located within the desirable Dorchester District Two school district and offers convenient access to major area employers, including Boeing, Bosch, Volvo, and Mercedes-Benz. With the public library and school within walking distance, everyday convenience is right at your doorstep. Come experience the privacy of a spacious homesite, the character of a custom-built home, and the exceptional lifestyle that makes Coosaw Creek such a desirable place to call home.

8639 Arthur Hills Circle, Charleston
$1,070,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26023361 MLS ⋅ Edgewater Park SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
An amazing opportunity to own a little slice of paradise in the West Ashley area. This two-story home has 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3 fireplaces, located on street-to-street LARGE LOT. Edgewater Park is a one-of-a-kind neighborhood surrounded by rivers, tidal creeks, and marshes with access to neighborhood boat landing. This SPACIOUS open concept is designed for comfortable living and outdoor enjoyment, complete with a private in ground pool and solar panels. BIG four-car garage that leads out to your backyard oasis, deck area, grill, firepit, privacy fence, and where you can park all your toys. This property has great potential for cosmetic updates and personalization... Just minutes to shopping, dining, and downtown. Don't miss this opportunity to live where West Ashley meets the water.

1410 N Edgewater Drive, Charleston
$325,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26023230 MLS ⋅ Ashley Park SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Tucked into the heart of West Ashley's well-established Ashley Park community, 4109 Perrine Street is a beautifully proportioned two-story townhome, offering 1,400 square feet of thoughtfully arranged living space across two levels. A cozy fireplace anchors the main living area, creating a warm, inviting gathering space, while the flow between rooms makes everyday living feel effortless. The home features two bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, providing you with a comfortable, private space with flexibility for a home office or guest suite. Built in 2006 with durable vinyl siding, a solid pier foundation, and an efficient heat pump system, this home is move-in ready and built to last.The compact, easy-care homesite keeps outdoor maintenance to a minimum, delivering the low-maintenance, lock-and-leave lifestyle today's buyers are looking for without sacrificing a true sense of home. Set on tree-lined, sidewalk-lined streets in Ashley Park, the home offers a quiet, walkable setting just minutes from everyday conveniences -- Harris Teeter, Whole Foods, Costco, Walmart, and Starbucks are all close by, and the West Ashley Public Library is within walking distance. Enjoy the proximity to Bees Landing Recreation Center, while commuters benefit from quick access to Glenn McConnell Parkway and West Ashley Circle for an easy trip into downtown Charleston, North Charleston, or out toward the beaches. The property also sits in FEMA Flood Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk -- a meaningful advantage for insurance costs and peace of mind in the Lowcountry. Whether you're searching for a smart first home, an easy-care downsize, or a low-maintenance addition to your investment portfolio, 4109 Perrine Street delivers comfort, quality construction, and unbeatable West Ashley convenience. Schedule a private showing today. Use Seller's Preferred Lender to buy this home and receive an incentive towards your closing costs or rate buydown.

4109 Perrine Street, Charleston
$725,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26023165 MLS ⋅ Magnolia Ranch SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
2041 Old Fort Avenue offers exceptional privacy on a spacious 0.93-acre lot in a peaceful creekside setting. This sprawling one-story brick ranch features approximately 3,670 square feet of living space with frontage on Church Creek, a tidal tributary of the Ashley River, and scenic marsh views. Situated on the outskirts of the established Magnolia Ranch subdivision at the very end of Old Fort Avenue, the property is surrounded by mature azaleas, fruit trees, and majestic live oaks, creating a secluded setting that feels remarkably private while remaining conveniently located.Built on a slab foundation, the home offers an open and spacious layout with four generously sized bedrooms, a formal dining room, large den, sunroom, dedicated laundry room, storage rooms and covered rear porchOriginal hardwood floors add character throughout, while fireplaces provide inviting gathering spaces--a wood-burning fireplace in the living room and gas logs in the den. Additional features include an attached two-car carport measuring approximately 729 square feet, as well as a substantial detached garage and workshop with power totaling approximately 1,058 square feet. The additional outbuilding offers excellent flexibility for vehicle storage, hobbies, equipment, or workshop use. Priced below appraised value, 2041 Old Fort Avenue presents a rare opportunity to renovate and personalize a substantial creekfront property offering nearly an acre of land, expansive living and storage space, marsh views, and outstanding privacy. The property is being sold in as-is condition. NO HOA

2041 Old Fort Avenue, Charleston
$1,212,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26023024 MLS ⋅ Seaside Plantation SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Proposed construction on a stunning half-acre tidal creek homesite in the established and highly desirable Seaside Estates on James Island. Experience the best of both worlds--brand-new construction in a mature neighborhood, with no construction happening around you and a beautiful Lowcountry backdrop of tidal creek and marsh. The Roxy offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 2,249 square feet, including a first-floor primary suite and first-floor guest bedroom with full bath. Enjoy an open-concept kitchen, dining and living space, covered porch and elevated Gold Standard finishes. Spend your days on the water from the private community boat ramp, then enjoy the incredible convenience of being just minutes from Folly Beach and historic downtown Charleston.

1250 Seaside Plantation Drive, Charleston
$1,150,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26022923 MLS ⋅ Woodland Shores SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Situated on a private half-acre lot beneath a canopy of mature oak trees, this beautiful home was built in 2018 and is tucked away from the road in James Island's sought-after Woodland Shores neighborhood. Just minutes from the shops and restaurants of Riverland Terrace, James Island County Park, and the Charleston Municipal Golf Course, this property offers an ideal blend of privacy, convenience, and Lowcountry living.Step inside to an open-concept floor plan that seamlessly connects the dining room, kitchen, and living area, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. At the heart of the home, the kitchen features a large center island, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, gas range, and a spacious scullery offering additional prep space and storage.The living area opens to a screened-in porch overlooking the expansive, fenced backyard. A powder room and two-car garage complete the first floor. Upstairs, a spacious loft provides flexible living space ideal for a playroom, home office, media room, or additional lounge area. Privately situated, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a generous walk-in closet featuring custom built-ins and a spa-inspired ensuite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. Two additional bedrooms, each with walk-in closets, are located down the hall and share a full bathroom with dual vanities and a tub/shower combination. A well-appointed laundry room completes the second floor. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with two spacious covered front porches and a screened-in back porch providing multiple places to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The expansive fenced backyard offers plenty of room to play, entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the outdoors. A storage shed, circular driveway, ample off-street parking, and dedicated boat parking add to the property's functionality. Additional features include engineered hardwood floors, built-in speakers, a recently painted interior, partial irrigation, a termite bond, and no HOA. With a rare half-acre lot, modern construction, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a prime James Island location, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of Lowcountry living.

421 Woodland Shores Road, Charleston
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