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.
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!
$17,950,000
MLS® #25025402
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Isle of Palms, SC
4 BR, 5½ BA, 4514 SQ FT, 1.28 ACRES
Built in 2017
House
Experience an extraordinary oceanfront lifestyle at 1 44th Avenue, one of Isle of Palms' most thoughtfully desig…
$16,450,000
MLS® #25032364
Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island, SC
5 BR, 6 BA, 3750 SQ FT, 0.32 ACRES
Built in 2026
House
Introducing 189 Station 18 Street, designed by prominent local architect Joel Adrian, and built by Rhodes Reside…
$15,795,000
MLS® #25031938
Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island, SC
4 BR, 4½ BA, 3950 SQ FT, 0.48 ACRES
Built in 2026
House
CONSTRUCTION IS ALMOST COMPLETE AND PROGRESS PHOTOS WILL BE UPDATED WEEKLY. - This is a golden opportunity to ow…
$9,650,000
MLS® #25003539
Isle of Palms
Isle of Palms, SC
7 BR, 8½ BA, 6999 SQ FT, 1.8 ACRES
Built in 2007
House
An Iconic Oceanfront Sanctuary, Where Luxury Meets Legend. Welcome to the crown jewel of Isle of Palms, a breath…
$8,500,000
MLS® #25012684
Daniel Island
Daniel Island, SC
5 BR, 5 BA, 5076 SQ FT, 0.3 ACRES
Built in 2021
House
Welcome to 332 Bayley Road, a rare and breathtaking estate in the coveted Captain's Island enclave of Daniel Isl…
$8,200,000
MLS® #25024099
River Reach at Remleys Point
Mount Pleasant, SC
3 BR, 3½ BA, 4903 SQ FT, 1.34 ACRES
Built in 2016
House
This exquisite Spanish Mediterranean deepwater estate in River Reach at Remleys Point is located within one of M…
$7,900,000
MLS® #25028724
Old Village
Mount Pleasant, SC
4 BR, 3½ BA, 4200 SQ FT, 0.51 ACRES
Built in 2007
House
Experience refined deepwater living at this private Legacy Estate in Mount Pleasant's historic Old Village. Priv…
$7,500,000
MLS® #25018268
Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island, SC
5 BR, 5½ BA, 3489 SQ FT, 0.27 ACRES
Built in 2025
House
EST. COMPLETION DATE; LATE SUMMER, 2025: Designed by local architect Joel Adrian of Studio 291, and built by Rho…
$7,250,000
MLS® #25030357
Daniel Island Park
Daniel Island, SC
4 BR, 5 BA, 5275 SQ FT, 0.52 ACRES
Built in 2017
House
An architectural masterpiece positioned on one of Daniel Island Park's most prestigious lots, where golf course,…
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