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Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details
If you’re considering buying land to build your dream home, where do you begin? That’s a question a lot of buyers have. You can just (or maybe you can) go out and say I want that piece of dirt right there and think it’s going to be easy to build your new house every time. If you are looking at Charleston SC, here is where you’d start. There are many very important factors that one needs to consider before pulling the trigger on a home site or some land in SC. Here this page will break down all the nuances, risks, and factors real estate buyers looking to purchase land lots, agricultural hunting land, and developed homesites in Charleston SC & South Carolina (or anywhere) should know going into it.
MLS Listings Data
Total Listings:
1315
Average Price:
$677,947
Highest Listing Price:
$25,000,000
Average Days On Market:
300
Average Price/SqFt:
-
Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details currently has one thousand, three hundred and fifteen (1315) for sale on MLS. Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details listings have an average sales price of $677,947 ranging in price from $53,000 to $25,000,000. The average sq ft home size of Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details Johns Island SC is 0 square feet. The largest property for sale is 0 sqft and smallest 0 sqft. View property listings for sale by price, street, subdivision, age, property type, location, features, size, and listing date, and time on MLS with an of 300 days on the market.
Seize the opportunity to own this beautiful, 1 acre lot, just 10 minutes from Freshfields Village, Kiawah Island beaches and only 30 minutes to the vibrant heart of Downtown Charleston.This no HOA property offers peace of mind with no flood insurance required and comes with a septic tank permit in hand, making it ready for your dream home or investment project. Also located near the highly anticipated Orange Hill development by Kiawah Island Club.With endless possibilities for your next venture, this lot offers unmatched convenience and a rare chance to invest in one of the region's most desirable locations. Schedule your visit today, your future starts here!
Over 6 acres of prime vacant land on a prominent corner lot just off Highway 52, right in the heart of Kingstree. Currently zoned residential, with the potential to be rezoned commercial through the Town of Kingstree, this property offers endless possibilities. Whether you envision building your dream home, starting a business, or developing an investment project, this is a rare opportunity to create exactly what your heart desires.
Experience true Lowcountry living on this rare 0.37-acre lot overlooking the Ashley River's tranquil marshlands. Just 1.5 miles from Bosch and 5.5 miles from Mercedes-Benz, this prime location offers both convenience and natural beauty. Situated in the desirable DD2 school district, it's the perfect spot to design and build the home you've always imagined.
The most popular kind of home site these days. If you’re wanting to build in a PUD (planned unit development) or in layman’s terms a traditional lot & block neighborhood with rules and regs usually you’re going to be ok with most of the lots for sale, as it is customary for the developer to have organized and planned out every detail for you. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t some other factors you should look into (or your agent). HOAs can be a nightmare too.
One of the biggest factors to consider when buying a lot here in the Charleston SC area (and all of the coastal regions of SC) is the grade or the land’s “levelness” if you will, with the surrounding land so that it is flat and not below the rest. As you’ll see in the graphic to the right, there are many ponds shown. That’s because when the surrounding land around you is at or just above sea level as is the case with coastal areas, developers have to account for all the rain runoff, and they do this by making retention ponds. Some listing agents will say a lot is “waterfront” or “pond front”, and it maybe be. However, it is actually just a required retention pond dug for fill dirt and rainwater. If you buy a lot that is near wetlands or is below grade it might cost you $15,000 in dirt just to bring the lot to grade, and level with the surrounding land. So you don’t want to buy it seeing trees, and brush only to find out after the lot has been cleared you can’t start building until you’ve spent thousands of $$ dumping truckloads of fill dirt. It might be better just to buy a lot that is already high enough or been brought up to grade.
The three types of lots above are just common examples of what you’ll find regularly in SC. Obviously, you could have a corner wooded lot. Wooded just means it’s not on waterfront or lakefront, and the seller’s agent is conveying to the buyer that you’re in a more “foresty” type community. You’ll have to have the lot cleared of trees as well. In terms of desirability, that’s really up to the people buying it and what’s important to them. If you have small children or plan to, then those people usually want something in the back of the neighborhood on a dead-end road, or cul-de-sac. Corner lots are desirable to some because some people don’t want neighbors near, or want two ways to drive onto their property. Corner lots tend to be the more expensive when buying in development because most people like the idea of having the ability for ingress & egress from two sides of the property and not having neighbors on the sides. Then again, there are also people who don’t like the idea of having cars coming and going on both sides of them.
MLS Listings Data
Total Listings:
50
Average Price:
$1,446,200
Highest Listing Price:
$7,395,000
Average Days On Market:
367
Average Price/SqFt:
-
Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details currently has fifty (50) for sale on MLS. Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details listings have an average sales price of $1,446,200 ranging in price from $179,900 to $7,395,000. The average sq ft home size of Charleston SC Land Lots Home Site Information, Stats, Details Mount Pleasant SC is 0 square feet. The largest property for sale is 0 sqft and smallest 0 sqft. View property listings for sale by price, street, subdivision, age, property type, location, features, size, and listing date, and time on MLS with an of 367 days on the market.
Just off Coleman Boulevard, near Shem Creek and the historic shrimping village of Mount Pleasant you will find a 0.47 acre secluded lot tucked away on a dead-end street. This Old Village Deepwater lot overlooking downtown Charleston and the harbor has breathtaking views; morning, noon and night. Build your private haven in one of Mount Pleasant's most highly sought after locations. Amenities on the lot include a dock, floater, and boat lift. Don't miss your opportunity to enjoy picturesque sunsets and Historic downtown Charleston from your dock.
REDUCED! This is one of the largest tracts available in Mount Pleasant. Great location with recreational amenities throughout the area. Situated between the entrances of Park West and Dunes West, the area has good access to Highway 17 and Clements Ferry Road. The Mount Pleasant shopping district is nearby, and local beaches are minutes away.
Rare Opportunity: 2.73-Acre Waterfront Property in South Mt. Pleasant!Welcome to 328 Maggie Road, an exceptional 2.73-acre waterfront estate (2 acres of high ground) offering unparalleled privacy and breathtaking expansive views of Foster Creek and the Wando River. Framed by majestic live oaks and stunning Low country sunsets, this property is a rare find in the highly desirable 29464 zip code of South Mount Pleasant.Unmatched Features & Flexibility-2.73 Acres Total (2 acres high ground)-Water & Sewer on Site -Zoned Charleston County - Offers greater development flexibility-Multi-Structure Potential - Build your dream home with multiple structures-Dock Permit Approved - Allows for a 175' dock & boat lift-Quick Access to the Wando River & Charleston Harbor Waterfront Living & Outdoor Recreation, With an estimated depth of 6-7 feet at high tide and 1 foot at low tide (tides vary), this property is a boater's paradise. From your future dock, enjoy quick access to the Wando River and Charleston Harbor via Foster Creek. The surrounding marsh system offers world-class fishing for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder, while seasonal shrimp and blue crabs can be caught right in your backyard. Offshore fishing enthusiasts will love the access to Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, Snapper, and more. Prime Location - Minutes from Everything! - 1 mile to Belle Hall Station (Shopping, Grocery, Dining)
- 1 mile to Town Recreation Fields
- 1 mile to Belle Hall Elementary (Highly Acclaimed)
- 2 miles to Lucy Beckham High School
- 5 miles to Shem Creek Boardwalk & Restaurants
- 10 miles to Historic Downtown Charleston
- 10 miles to Isle of Palms Beaches A Secure & Ready-to-Build Investment Waterfront home sales in South Mount Pleasant regularly exceed multimillion-dollar levels, making this property a sound investment. The current owner has worked extensively with OCRM to remediate all prior construction debris and with local real estate attorneys to ensure a clear title. With water & sewer already on-site, an approved dock permit, and prime zoning flexibility, this property is ready for your dream waterfront estate. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own one of South Mount Pleasant's most coveted waterfront properties! Contact us today to schedule a private showing.
BUILDERS! Come see this beautiful 0.46 acre vacant lot located in Copahee View in Mount Pleasant. The lot is 110' wide by 180' long. Lot backs up to a saltwater canal and HOA area, so nothing will be built directly behind you and can enjoy your privacy. The lot has been cleared, and the water and sewer tap is already installed, saving you almost $16k in tap fees. While no mandatory HOA, Copahee View offers an optional HOA of $60 per year to use their boat ramp!
Rare Opportunity to build on a lot nestled in the heart of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Over half an acre of property with NO HOA.Located near prime Mt Pleasant Shopping and minutes from Isle of Palms and Sullivan's Island beaches. Schools all located within 3 mile radius. this expansive parcel offers a blank canvas for your vision to unfold.
Stunning, shovel ready new construction opportunity nestled on a private, expansive .79-acre lot in Old Mount Pleasant. 952 McCants Drive offers a rare opportunity to build a brand-new, custom-built home in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant. The purchase includes the lot and FULLY PERMITTED plans to construct a beautiful 5,606 heated square foot home designed Clarke Design Group to capture the essence of Charleston's historic charm while offering all the luxuries of modern living. This extraordinary residence offers 6 spacious bedrooms, 6.5 beautifully appointed bathrooms, and a backyard oasis complete with 16'x38' pool, covered patio with fireplace, an additional covered guest patio and a separate pool cabana with luxury outdoor kitchen.The first floor design boasts 3,866 sf. and features a large primary suite, guest bedroom/office with en-suite full bath, open kitchen/living area, scullery, formal dining area, foyer, large utility room and a mudroom which is adjacent to the 2-car garage. The second floor has an additional 1,140sf complete with three additional bedrooms w/ two full baths as well as an additional loft/living space. The 600sf Finished Room Over Garage is ideal for use as an expansive guest/bedroom suite featuring a full bath with oversized shower, open living area with space for a desk /home gym and kitchenette. High-quality building materials are specified throughout, including impact-rated clad windows, standing seam metal roofs, spray foam insulation throughout, cement plank siding, and NuCedar shingles. Interior finishes include wide plank European white oak flooring, custom tile and cabinetry and marble countertops. This large lot features professionally designed landscaping, hardscaping, fencing, and irrigation system, highlighting the stunning grand oak trees on the property while maximizing the privacy of the 200' deep lot. Alhambra Hall, the Pitt Street Bridge, and numerous shopping/dining destinations in the Old Village are just a short walk, bike, or golf cart ride away.
The shape and size of a lot can also be a considerable factor when you’re looking to purchase “dirt” for building a home. In the case above where you’re looking to buy in a PUD, the builder/developers have already subdivided tracts of land such that it maximizes their profitability. They don’t usually take the shape of the lot into much consideration, and they design out the neighborhood to make sure they: One – get county and city building and zoning approval, and Two so they can sell as many homes as possible.
Obviously the shape of the lot will vary based on the shape and size of the land that has been developed, how the roads have been cut, sidewalks, the requirements of the city, easements, and appurtenances, etc., but above are the most generic common shapes you’ll find. Obviously, when building a home on a pie-shaped lot they will be on a cul-de-sac, AND it can be tricky for an architect to design (depending on size) is something to consider.
COMMON GLOSSARY OF TERMS TO KNOW WHEN CONSIDERING BUYING DIRT/LAND/LOT
Setbacks – The amount of required space your property must be away from another home, the road etc. is the minimum distance which a building or other structure must be set back from a street or road, a river or other stream, a shore or flood plain, or any other place which is deemed to need protection.
Easement – is a legal right to use another’s land for a specific limited purpose. In other words, when someone is granted an easement, he is granted the legal right to use the property, but the legal title to the land itself remains with the owner of the land. This usually mostly applies to things like city / neighborhood drainage easements, and utilities.
HOA – As mentioned above if you buy a lot to build a home in a PUD you’re going to have a Home Owners Assoc. which is going to have rules and regulations you HAVE to adhere to as part of the neighborhood. If you don’t can result in fines and hassle. For this reason, many people do not like PUDs.
Regime Fees – Very similar to HOA fees (mainly just a legal name difference) in many instances, if your neighborhood has amenities, common areas etc.. there will be fees due often times at closing, monthly or quarterly to maintain and pay for those items.
Building Restrictions – if you purchase a lot in a PUD where the developer is just selling lots and not also building homes – PUDs, city or county will have rules and restrictions that your home design must adhere to or not do. So ask for a copy of the building codes BEFORE buying the lot. Especially, if you already have architectural drawings completed or a home plan you want to use.
LAND LOT SALES TRENDS FOR CHARLESTON SC
Above is a three-year graph of the number of land lot listings sold in the Charleston SC region year over year since 2016.
FLOOD RISK
Here is Charleston SC, which is much different from some of our state’s other major markets of Columbia (Midlands), and Greenville/Spartanburg (Upstate) flooding is a regular way of life that one must consider when owning or buying real estate in the low-country. Coastal areas such as: Sullivan’s Island, Hilton Head, Pawley’s Island, Edisto, Georgetown, Myrtle Beach, Isle of Palms, and all of Charleston SC people have to always consider the floor risk. Especially if you’re looking to buy a waterfront property then building your house off the ground is a must. Virtually all the land near the coast of South Carolina will be close to or at sea level, and although direct hits from hurricanes, believe it or not, are rare, the tidal surge is not as rare. With high tides and deluges of rain from tropical storms, you have to have flood insurance in most instances even if you’re in an X zone which technically doesn’t require it. It is still smart.
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