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Property Description
LIVE SMALL. LIVE WALKABLE. LIVE BEAUFORT.If you've been dreaming of a simpler lifestyle without giving up location, charm or income potential, 162 James Street deserves your attention. Just 1/2 mile from Historic Downtown Beaufort and one block from the Spanish Moss Trail, this charming 1951 bungalow puts the best of Beaufort right outside your door.This is the kind of property that speaks to people who value experiences over excess. The approximately 0.20-acre property features a classic 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow with a living room, kitchen and laundry room, plus a spacious backyard that gives you room to relax, garden, entertain or simply enjoy the Lowcountry outdoors.AND here's the bonus: it's already completely furnished and operating as an Airbnb. Whether you're looking for a turnkey investment, a Beaufort getaway, a full-time home, or a place to embrace a more minimalist lifestyle, you can step right in and start enjoying it. For the tiny-home community, this property offers something especially appealing: small-house living in a location where you don't have to live small on experiences. Walk or bike to the Spanish Moss Trail. Head into Historic Downtown Beaufort for waterfront strolls, restaurants, shops and galleries. Then come home to your own private backyard and your own little piece of the Lowcountry. Less house. Less maintenance. More Beaufort. More freedom. Come see why 162 James Street could be the perfect opportunity for someone ready to trade excess space for an exceptional location and a lifestyle that's anything but ordinary.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 162 James St
General
- Price: $349,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 26026352
- Updated: Today (9/21/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan(s), Lower
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Stoop
- Deck/Patio: Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- Area: 81 - Out of Area
- County: Beaufort
- Driving Directions: Turn Right Onto Ribaut Rdturn Right Onto Depot Rdturn Left Onto James Sthome Is On The Right
School Information
- Elementary School: Out of Area
- Middle School: Out of Area
- High School: Out of Area
Community
- Community Name: 81 - Out of Area
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: BCW & SA, Dominion Energy
Structural Information
- Construction: Block, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 744
- Square Feet: 744
- Year Built: 1951
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,147
- Lot Features: High, Level, 0 - .5 Acre
- Fencing (Description): Fence - Wooden Enclosed, Chain Link, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Any
Listed by EXP Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 162 James St
School District:Beaufort County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Beaufort Elementary School, Beaufort, SC 1800 Prince Street, Beaufort, SC 29902 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Beaufort Middle School, Beaufort, SC 2501 Mossy Oaks Road, Beaufort, SC 29902 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi |
Battery Creek High School 1 Blue Dolphin Drive, Beaufort, SC 29906 | 9-12 | 3.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 162 James St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/21/2026
Listed
$349,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 162 James St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,148
1%
$19,560
—
2024
$6,064
30%
$19,560
32%
2023
$4,682
216%
$14,820
225%
2022
$1,482
1%
$4,560
—
2021
$1,464
5%
$4,560
—
2019
$1,399
4%
$4,560
—
2018
$1,339
-4%
$4,560
-3%
2017
$1,392
1%
$4,690
—
2016
$1,373
5%
$4,690
—
2015
$1,307
-8%
$4,690
-94%
2014
$1,423
15%
$78,200
1567%
2013
$1,235
—
$4,690
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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162 James Street, Beaufort, SC 29902 (MLS# 26026352) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 162 James Street is currently listed for $349,000 and was received on September 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 162 James Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Beaufort? You can browse all Beaufort real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

