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Property Description
Welcome home to 455 Lydia Drive, a charming single-story brick ranch located in the highly desirable Laurel Park neighborhood of James Island. Nestled on a private, quiet, and beautiful .34-acre lot beneath mature oak and magnolia trees, this classic Lowcountry property offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Charleston. Conveniently situated near the crossroads of Folly Road and Harbor View Road and only moments from the James Island Connector, this home provides quick access to Harbor View Elementary School, Downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, West Ashley, shopping, dining, medical and everything the Charleston lifestyle has to offer.This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features over 1,800 square feet of invitingliving space with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The spacious floor plan offers multiple living and entertaining areas, including a sun-filled formal living room highlighted by a striking floor-to-ceiling window, a formal dining room, and a charming flex space with exposed brick and tall windows - perfect for a home office, sunroom, playroom, or additional sitting area. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, gas range w/griddle, and stainless steel appliances and opens seamlessly to a cozy family room ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite includes an updated bathroom - custom tile, glass enclosed shower w/waterfall feature - while additional major improvements include a new roof (2023), HVAC and ductwork replacement (2022), electrical rewiring, updated hall bathroom, updated laundry room (washer and dryer convey), tankless water heater, encapsulated crawlspace (dehumidifier replaced 2023), and kitchen updates. Outside, the property offers an attached one-car garage, storage shed/outbuilding, paver patio, landscape lighting, and an amazing outdoor space for kids, pets, entertaining and relaxation. This quintessential James Island home combines charm, functionality, mature landscaping, and an exceptional location in one of Charleston's most convenient and established neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 455 Lydia Dr
General
- Sold For: $730,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 26014334
- Added to Site: 102 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Blown, Ceiling - Smooth, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Other, Separate Dining, Sun
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan(s), Lower
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Deck/Patio: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: 1 Car Garage, Attached
Location
- Area: 21 - James Island
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Laurel Park
- Driving Directions: Folly Road (south); Take A Right Onto Carlin Avenue (just Before The Harbor View Rd Intersection); Right On Lydia; Home Is On Your Left At The Corner Of Lydia And Carlin.
School Information
- Elementary School: Harbor View
- Middle School: Camp Road
- High School: James Island Charter
Community
- Community Name: 21 - James Island
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy, James IS PSD
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
- Windows: Some Storm Wnd/Doors, Window Treatments - Some
- Doors: Some Storm Door(s)
- Entry Location: Ground Level
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1808
- Square Feet: 1,808
- Year Built: 1958
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: No, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,810
- Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre, Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Wood, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Any, Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Flood Insurance
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Schools
Schools serving 455 Lydia Dr
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harbor View Elementary School 1576 Harbor View Road, Charleston, SC 29412 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Murray Lasaine Elementary School 691 Riverland Drive, Charleston, SC 29412 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Camp Road Middle 1825 Camp Road, Charleston, SC 29412 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
James Island Charter High School 1000 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 29412 | 9-12 | 2.9 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 455 Lydia Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/27/2026
Sold
$730,000
-2.65%
MLS
6/11/2026
Price Reduced
$749,900
-3.24%
MLS
5/18/2026
Listed
$775,000
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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.
455 Lydia Drive, Charleston, SC 29412 (MLS# 26014334) is a Single Family property that was sold at $730,000 on July 27, 2026. This property was listed by Jim Grady from our Mount Pleasant Office.Want to learn more about 455 Lydia Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Charleston? You can browse all Charleston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


