1026 Fort Sumter Dr Charleston, SC 29412
James Island NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,472/month
Highlights
- Floating Dock
- Home fronts a seawall
- Wood Flooring
- Harbor View Elementary School Rated A
- Traditional Architecture
- Separate Formal Living Room
About This Home
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 use
Quiet, established neighborhood near top schools, beaches, and downtown
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,823
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a marsh
- Home fronts a seawall
- Partially Fenced Property
- Tidal Wetland on Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,448 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Window Treatments
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Crawl Space
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Floating Dock
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Schools
- Harbor View Elementary School
- Camp Road Middle School
- James Island Charter High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- Lawton Bluff Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,135 | $21,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,823 | $21,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,637 | $21,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,767 | $21,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,869 | $21,660 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,550 | $18,830 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,460 | $18,830 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,357 | $18,830 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,437 | $18,830 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,352 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Price Changed | $1,380,000 | -6.4% | $564 / Sq Ft |
| 09/16/2025 09/16/25 | Price Changed | $1,475,000 | -4.8% | $603 / Sq Ft |
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | For Sale | $1,550,000 | -- | $633 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $465,000 | -- |
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 25022765
APN: 426-08-00-033
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