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Property Description
Welcome to 2551 Helmsman Road, a beautifully appointed coastal retreat located within the highly sought-after Kiawah River community on Johns Island. Perfectly positioned on a corner lot with stunning marsh views, this move-in ready 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home captures the relaxed rhythm of Lowcountry living with breezy porches on multiple levels, a fenced yard, and a spacious two-car garage.The interiors are light, polished, and thoughtfully designed, featuring a gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops, marble backsplash, gas cooktop, farmhouse sink, and classic shaker cabinetry. The floor plan offers exceptional flexibility with dual primary suites on both the first and second floors, each providing easy access to outdoor living spaces overlooking the marsh.A spacious second-floor guest bedroom and convenient hall office complete the layout. Located in Charleston's first agrihood, Kiawah River offers a lifestyle centered around nature, wellness, and connection. Residents enjoy miles of scenic walking and biking trails, community docks and boat/kayak launch access, two pools, tennis and pickleball courts, dog parks, a children's playground with zip line, community gardens, fresh farm produce and eggs, and the Spring House wellness center with fitness facilities, sauna, and steam room. The community also offers a working farm with animals, Coastal Expeditions, and nearby dining and spa experiences at The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. Just a short drive from Kiawah Island's beaches and historic downtown Charleston, this home is the perfect opportunity to enjoy refined coastal living in one of the Lowcountry's most distinctive waterfront communities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2551 Helmsman Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,150,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 26016056
- Added to Site: 50 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Living/Dining Combo, Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Lower, Upper
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Spa Description: Community
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Lawn Irrigation, Stoop
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: 2 Car Garage, Detached
Location
- Area: 23 - Johns Island
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Kiawah River
- Driving Directions: From Bohicket Road, Turn Onto Kiawah River Drive.
School Information
- Elementary School: Mt. Zion
- Middle School: Haut Gap
- High School: St. Johns
Community
- Community Name: 23 - Johns Island
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Berkeley Elect Co-Op, John IS Water Co
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Construction: Cement Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Window Treatments - Some
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 1846
- Square Feet: 1,846
- Year Built: 2021
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,484
- Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre, Corner Lot, Marshview
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Listed by Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC
Sold by Kiawah River Real Estate Company, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 2551 Helmsman Rd
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mt. Zion Elementary School 3464 River Road, Johns Island, SC 29455 | PK-5 | 5.7 mi |
Haut Gap Middle School 1861 Bohicket Road, Johns Island, SC 29449 | 6-8 | 7 mi |
St. Johns High School 1518 Main Road, Johns Island, SC 29455 | 9-12 | 6.9 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 2551 Helmsman Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/17/2026
Sold
$1,150,000
-4.17%
MLS
6/03/2026
Listed
$1,199,999
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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.
2551 Helmsman Road, Johns Island, SC 29455 (MLS# 26016056) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,150,000 on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 2551 Helmsman Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Johns Island? You can browse all Johns Island real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

