Charleston Waterfront Real Estate Listings

Waterfront homes in Charleston are the most sought after properties. Beachfront homes fetch the highest prices, and Charleston has 6 beaches to choose from: the colorful and eclectic Folly Beach, the upscale Isle of Palms (with Wild Dunes resort on its northern end), historic Sullivan’s Island, and the resorts Kiawah Island and Seabrook Island that feel far removed from the city.

Deep water homes are also high in demand because Charleston is known for having some of the best boating on the East Coast. Most of these deep water homes are located on one of the three rivers feeding into the Charleston Harbor (Wando, Cooper, and Ashley), or on a large inlet in the numerous marshes surrounding Charleston. These homes usually have great waterfront views, and many have private docks with boat lifts.

Mount Pleasant and James Island tend to be the top contenders for buying deep water access homes, although Daniel Island also has phenomenal estates in the higher price ranges.

Charleston tidal creek homes have some access to water throughout the day, but they have little to no water at low tide. These are the most affordable waterfront homes, and they still offer the privacy and marsh views that come with this coastal lifestyle. Johns Island and West Ashley are popular among buyers looking for more affordable options.

charleston waterfront homes for sale

After 20+ years in real estate, we’ve gotten a lot of experience with finding luxury homes boasting deep water and private docks but also helping buyers find more options in their under $1.5 million price point.

For example, many Charleston neighborhoods have their own dock facilities, or clients can purchase the home of their dreams (non-waterfront) and then pay for dry stack storage or a boat slip elsewhere. Although buyers will have to drive a short distance to access their boat, they'll have better water access and a better location once they get the boat in the water. Another (more affordable) alternative is to use one of the many public boat landings in Charleston.

We love boating ourselves and are happy to talk with you about your options because Charleston has SO much water access and is laced with unique marsh settings and great fishing spots – offering a range of lifestyles! Let us help!

Charleston Waterfront Homes by Price

Price, High to Low
200 Properties Found.
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1735 Atlantic Avenue

$13,950,000
MLS® #24005795

Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island, SC
10000 SQ FT, 2.01 ACRES
Built in 1930
House

Nestled along the pristine shores of the Atlantic Ocean, this extraordinary 2-acre property offers a once-in-a-l…

1745 Atlantic Avenue

$12,900,000
MLS® #23028311

Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island, SC
5 BR, 6 BA, 4560 SQ FT, 0.61 ACRES
Built in 2024
House

Introducing 1745 Atlantic Avenue, designed by prominent local architect Carl McCants, and built by Rhodes Reside…

3213 Middle Street

$11,259,000
MLS® #23022835

Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island, SC
6 BR, 6½ BA, 4160 SQ FT, 0.33 ACRES
Built in 2023
House

Ultra high-end collaboration between Phillip Smith Contractors and Steve Herlong Architects. The property is ide…

Photo of Listing #24006626

3404 Palm Boulevard

$10,000,000
MLS® #24006626

None
Isle of Palms, SC
3 BR, 2 BA, 1416 SQ FT, 2.6 ACRES
Built in 1993
House

One of the last opportunities for developable oceanfront property on the beautiful Isle of Palms just outside Hi…

228 Haddrell Street

$7,999,999
MLS® #24001540

Old Village
Mount Pleasant, SC
4 BR, 3½ BA, 3803 SQ FT, 0.36 ACRES
Built in 1992
House

Rare and desirable deepwater home in the Old Village with double 40 ft boat slips on Shem Creek! Home Completel…

222 Haddrell Street

$7,375,000
MLS® #24001325

Old Village
Mount Pleasant, SC
5 BR, 3½ BA, 3740 SQ FT, 0.33 ACRES
Built in 2014
House

Welcome to this magnificent waterfront property, offering approximately 4,000 sqft of luxurious living space. Th…

58 Grand Pavilion Boulevard

$7,250,000
MLS® #23027003

Wild Dunes
Wild Dunes, SC
6 BR, 6½ BA, 3972 SQ FT, 0.11 ACRES
Built in 1993
House

Nestled in the sought-after Wild Dunes community of Grand Pavilion, this turnkey oceanfront retreat sits mere st…

3388 Bohicket Road

$6,999,000
MLS® #23016694

Orange Hill Plantation
Johns Island, SC
6 BR, 8 BA, 9943 SQ FT, 15.3 ACRES
Built in 2010
House

Private fifteen-acre, deep water estate located in one of Johns Island's most coveted spots, Orange Hill Plantat…

Photo of Listing #24006634

4 51st Avenue

$6,795,000
MLS® #24006634

None
Isle of Palms, SC
6 BR, 7 BA, 6431 SQ FT, 0.34 ACRES
Built in 2019
House

Your best life begins with a home that inspires joy and peace, a true respite from the chaos of the modern world…

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