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Charleston SC Waterfront Homes For Sale here, by price size, location, city, subdivision, and more. View all real estate listings and properties for sale in the entire Charleston SC MLS that is deep water, riverfront, deep creek, beachfront, intercoastal waterway ( aka intracoastal & ICW), and harbor front throughout the tri-county area of coastal Charleston SC. View waterfront houses for sale in Daniel Island, Mount Pleasant, Downtown, Folly Beach, James Island, Johns Island, Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Summerville, and more. View waterfront lots in Charleston or waterfront condos. Should you not want or need a home, but want a condo near or with a marina those are also readily available for sale most of the time. 

 

MLS Listings Data

Total Listings:1488
Average Price:$1,165,230
Highest Listing Price:$28,000,000
Average Days On Market:101
Average Price/SqFt:$476
Charleston SC Waterfront Homes For Sale currently has one thousand, four hundred and eighty-eight (1488) for sale on MLS. Charleston SC Waterfront Homes For Sale listings have an average sales price of $1,165,230 ranging in price from $105,000 to $28,000,000. The average sq ft home size of Charleston SC Waterfront Homes For Sale Okatie SC is 2,450 square feet. The largest property for sale is 12,086 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 101 days on the market.

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Move-in ready 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the desirable Cane Bay community. Interior freshly painted and brand-new carpet installed in February 2026. New roof installed January 2026 with SC Safe Home mitigation retrofit certification and transferable CertainTeed extended warranty. Spacious floor plan offers flexibility for guests, home offices, or growing families. Enjoy peaceful pond views and spectacular sunrises from the backyard--one of the most photographed sunrise spots in the Cane Bay area.Conveniently located near schools, trails, shopping, and community amenities.
View details Beds - 5 Baths - 3 Sqft - 2484
Beautifully designed 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath LAKEFRONT home available NOW. The Jamestown has thoughtfully planned layout which includes a convenient first floor guest suite complete with a full bath, perfect for visitors. The living areas offer an open and inviting feel, highlighted by a well-appointed kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry for storage and organization. The tandem 3 car garage space provides added flexibility, ideal for an extra vehicle, golf cart, workshop, gym area, or additional storage. Upstairs, you'll find the remaining bedrooms along with a generous loft area, great for a second living room, playroom, or home office. This home includes Whirlpool(r) appliances, gutters, whole-home blinds, and a full irrigation system. Located in Cane Bay, a master-planned community builtaround a 300-acre lake with trails and outdoor recreation. Enjoy convenient dining and shopping with access to Hwy 17, I 26, downtown Summerville, and Lake Moultrie.
View details Beds - 5 Baths - 3 Sqft - 2742
Tucked away at the end of Red Sunset Lane, ''The Wedge'' is a fully remodeled Folly River cottage feels like a little secret you almost don't want to share. Surrounded by water and marsh, the home sits in a quiet setting with a front row view of nature, and the peaceful atmosphere that makes this stretch of Folly so special.Step outside and it only gets better. A private dock extends across the marsh to a rip rap island, creating a unique waterfront setting with wide views of the Folly River that's perfect for watching dolphins cruise by, building a fire, or enjoying the evenings in Adirondack chairs. A newly built seawall adds peace of mind, while the thoughtfully designed landscaping and screened in porch creates inviting outdoor spaces made for river breezes and sunset evenings.Inside, the home is completely move-in ready, blending easy coastal living with thoughtful updates throughout. Two beautifully built sheds add extra flexibility for storage, workshop space, or all the gear that comes with life on the water. Private, tucked away, and surrounded by nature, this is one of those special Folly properties that rarely comes along.
View details Beds - 2 Baths - 1 Sqft - 832
Stunning, custom home built by renowned Level Building Projects overlooking uninterrupted views of the Great Oak Basin. This waterfront home is perfectly situated at the back of the lot, giving this home privacy, a grand entrance with Live Oak trees and mature landscaping. This home has a hardiplank cement shake exterior, metal roof, and copper flashing and lighting. It has 10 ft ceiling, wide plank white oak hardwood flooring throughout, LED recessed lighting, high-end custom lighting, impact windows and doors, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The main living areas have floor to ceiling windows to enhance the incredible views of the basin and marshes. The living room has a gas fireplace with modern fireballs, surround sound speaker system, and access to the screened...porch. This home has incredible outdoor living. The first floor screened porch has shiplapped ceilings, tongue and groove hardwood floors, and stainless steel cable railing system to not distract the eye from the views. The chef's kitchen has a large center island with pendant lighting, barstool seating, quartz countertops, as well as a full slab quartz backsplash, undercounter microwave, 48" Thermador gas range with 6 burners, griddle, and convection oven, and hood vent with custom hood. This kitchen has incredible custom cabinetry and also features a scullery that includes the Thermador custom paneled refrigerator, stainless steel wine refrigerator, honed granite countertops, wine rack, and plenty of cabinet storage space. This is a very open floor plan for main level living. The kitchen, living area, and dining area are all very open to one another for ease of entertaining. This home features two primary suites, one upstairs and one downstairs. The first downstairs primary suite has incredible views with its floor to ceiling windows, custom shades, modern ceiling fan, recessed lighting, and crown mouldings. The primary bathroom has ceramic tile flooring, two separate vanities with quartz countertops both with modern pendant lighting, freestanding tub, large tiled shower with rain and handheld shower fixtures, private water closet, and two large walk-in closets with custom closet systems. There is a guest bedroom/office on the first floor that has a fabulous chandelier, crown mouldings, and an en suite bathroom with floating vanity with quartz countertops and a tiled shower. Also on the first floor is a powder room as well as a laundry room with sink, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and folding counter. There is a two stop elevator in this home. Upstairs is the second primary suite, also with floor to ceiling windows, incredible views, and a screened porch with tall vaulted ceilings, shiplapped ceiling, and tongue and groove hardwood floors. The second primary bathroom has a dual lavatory vanity, large tiled shower, and private water closet with pocket door. There is another guest bedroom upstairs that is so light and bright and also has an en suite bathroom with floating vanity, quartz countertops, and tiled shower. There is a very spacious media room that also has access to the back screened porch. There are storage and AV closets upstairs. On the ground level of the home, there is a covered patio with built-in summer kitchen. The kitchen has a refrigerator, electric smoker, gas grill, as well as a slab ledge for a Big Green Egg. There is a ton of covered lounge space with an outdoor TV as well as hooks for a lowcountry bed swing. The bottom level also features a fully enclosed and temperature controlled storage room as well as gym. There is a mudroom with custom cabinetry which is a great entry spot from the two car garage. The garage has a custom built-in counter-level dog spa/bathing station with handheld and hot/cold water. The backyard has amazing views, mature landscaping, and a living fence. This home is simply fabulous and has some truly amazing views and outdoor living spaces. There is likely room for a small dip pool in the backyard! SEE ATTACHED VIDEO, VIRTUAL TOUR, FLOOR PLANS, AND KIAWAH RIVER AMENITY PHOTOS.
View details Beds - 4 Baths - 4 Sqft - 3707
Situated on a private cul-de-sac with wooded and lagoon backyard views, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath Steel Creek home has one of the best lots in Del Webb! With extra space between neighboring homes and a stunning backyard patioscape, you'll feel as if you're on your own private oasis. Inside you'll find hardwood floors throughout - NO CARPET! The luxury island kitchen includes soft-closing white and navy cabinetry with double tray pull out storage, quartz countertops, a custom built-in coffee bar with floating shelves, KitchenAid appliances with a gas range and French door refrigerator, subway tile backsplash, a farmhouse sink, custom pendants, and under-cabinet lighting. The generously-sized great room and light-filled sunroom make great entertaining spaces. A three-season room withretractable vinyl windows and coastal stone flooring and an extended paver patio with built-in gas fire pit sit within the fenced-in backyard with beautifully enhanced landscaping. Back inside, the Owner's Suite includes a tray ceiling and ensuite bath with 12" x 24" tile floors, double sink quartz vanity, walk-in tile shower with built-in bench and frameless shower door, and a walk-in closet. An additional bedroom, full bath with walk-in tile shower, and laundry room with included washer & dryer and built-in cabinets complete the inside space. The garage offers great storage, with a 4' length extension and built-in stairs leading up to a large attic storage area. Other home extras include a whole-house water filtration system, craftsman-style trim details throughout, and plantation shutters. Del Webb Nexton is the Charleston area's premier Active Adult community. With prime location to grocery stores, local restaurants and shops, historic downtown Summerville, and beautiful Charleston, its location cannot be beat! The 27,000 square foot amenities center, full-time event coordinator, and numerous clubs and events will have you living your very best life! Don't miss out on this incredible move-in ready home in the award-winning Nexton community!
View details Beds - 2 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1505
A Rare Opportunity for Waterfront Luxury! Experience the best of Lowcountry living in this stunning two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath residence with sweeping views of the Cooper River and surrounding marshlands. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Mount Pleasant, this top-tier condo offers an unbeatable blend of location, luxury, and lifestyle. Inside, elegant heart-pine floors flow seamlessly throughout the open-concept living area and both bedroom suites. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light, framing the spectacular marsh and river views. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream--featuring high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and a generous island perfect for both prep and casual dining.The adjacent dining area provides the ideal setting for entertaining or intimate dinners at home. Step outside to the spacious covered terrace your private retreat for morning coffee or for watching egrets and deer move across the marsh as the sun sets over the water. The primary suite is a peaceful sanctuary with panoramic water views, tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with a glass-enclosed shower, separate soaking tub, marble-topped double vanity, and designer finishes. The guest suite offers two closets and an en-suite bath with marble countertops and spa-like details for added comfort and privacy. Tides IV is a secure, seven-story community of only 53 residences, offering covered garage parking, dedicated storage, and premium amenities a beautifully furnished owner's retreat, saltwater pool, fitness center, outdoor kitchen and grill area, oyster-shell waterfall patio, and pet wash station. HOA dues cover internet, cable, gas, water, sewer, building insurance, and all shared amenities. Ideally located beside Mount Pleasant Waterfront Park and the Ravenel Bridge, and just minutes from downtown Charleston and the beaches of Sullivan's Island and Isle of Palms, this residence truly defines Charleston coastal
View details Beds - 2 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1800
An exceptional opportunity to build a custom luxury waterfront residence on nearly one acre of deepwater property, offering breathtaking water views and endless possibilities for refined coastal living. This proposed 3,000 square foot custom home is thoughtfully designed to blend contemporary architecture with relaxed waterfront elegance. Dock permit in hand for boaters. The residence will feature 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, complemented by an open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings in the living room and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that capture natural light and panoramic water views. The designer kitchen flows seamlessly into the living and dining spaces, creating an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertaining. Outdoor living takes center stage with a private resort-style pool and hot tub, generous outdoor entertaining areas, and beautifully planned tropical landscaping that enhances the property's natural waterfront setting. A rooftop terrace overlooking the water provides an additional elevated gathering space perfect for sunset views and entertaining. The home also includes a two-car garage with additional covered carport, ample parking, and a versatile flex space ideal for a home office, gym, or media room. Work with in-house designers for those seeking the ultimate rooftop experience, optional rooftop upgrades may include a rooftop hot tub, fire pit lounge, and outdoor bar, creating a spectacular private retreat with panoramic water views. Set on nearly an acre of prime deepwater property, this rare offering provides the perfect balance of privacy, luxury, and waterfront lifestyle -- all while allowing buyers the opportunity to personalize select finishes and features.
View details Beds - 4 Baths - 4 Sqft - 3009

– For more affordable waterfront homes in South Carolina try looking at Columbia SC lakefront properties, Greenville SC waterfront homes, or homes on intracoastal waterway Myrtle Beach SC.

 

Waterfront homes and beachfront properties in Charleston, SC offer residents a unique and idyllic living experience, blending the charm of historic architecture with the serenity of coastal living. Owning a waterfront home in Charleston provides not only breathtaking views but also access to a range of water-related activities and a lifestyle that seamlessly integrates nature and culture.

Charleston’s waterfront real estate encompasses various types of properties, each offering distinct advantages and characteristics. Beachfront homes, located along the Atlantic coastline, boast direct access to sandy shores and panoramic ocean views. These properties often feature private beaches, providing an exclusive retreat for residents to relax and enjoy the coastal ambiance.

Waterfront homes along the numerous rivers and tidal creeks in Charleston, such as the Ashley River, Cooper River, and Wando River, offer a different but equally enchanting experience. These properties often come with private docks, allowing residents to indulge in boating, fishing, and other water activities right from their doorstep. The expansive marshlands add to the picturesque setting, providing a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. While most of the waterfront real estate will be found closer to the ocean, there are plenty of homes on Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie the two lakes just an hour from Charleston. 

Charleston also boasts historic waterfront properties, with some homes dating back centuries. These homes often reflect the city’s rich architectural heritage, featuring traditional Southern designs that have been meticulously preserved or renovated to meet modern standards. Living in a historic waterfront home provides a unique connection to the region’s past while enjoying contemporary amenities.

The lifestyle of owning a waterfront home in the Charleston SC area goes beyond the physical attributes of the property. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, with opportunities for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and other water-based activities readily available. The culinary scene is also influenced by the coastal location, offering fresh seafood and a vibrant culinary culture.

However, owning a waterfront property also comes with considerations such as maintenance challenges related to exposure to saltwater and potential flooding risks. Homeowners must be aware of these factors and take necessary precautions to protect their investments.

In conclusion, waterfront homes in Charleston, SC, offer a lifestyle that seamlessly blends natural beauty with cultural richness. Whether overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, nestled along riverbanks, or residing in a historic property, owning a waterfront home in Charleston provides a unique and highly coveted living experience.

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