Nestled amidst the gentle ocean breezes and swaying palms of Kiawah Island, 11 Eugenia Ave beckons you to embark on a journey through time, to a quiet era of coastal charm and enduring elegance. This oceanfront residence, one of the original beach cottages on this pristine oasis, is a chapter in the story of Kiawah's timeless allure.
As you step onto the screened porch, you can almost hear the echoes of laughter from generations past. Built in 1954, this beachside cottage has borne witness to countless sunrises and sunsets over the Atlantic. Its walls have housed the dreams and stories of the family who have lived and gathered here.
In 1956, the house found its new custodian in Dr. George Walker Bates, who purchased it from one of the island's original owners, the C.C. Royal family.
With three bedrooms and two full baths, encompassing 1,623 square feet, this cottage is spacious enough to accommodate family and friends. The charming bedrooms offer respite after a day of saltwater and sand, while the bathrooms retain a touch of mid-century allure.
The shimmering Atlantic Ocean stretches before you, its waves serenading you to sleep each night. The sunrises from your doorstep are a spectacle that never grows old, and the salty breeze is a constant reminder that you are living in harmony with the tides.
Kiawah Island itself is a testament to nature's beauty. With its pristine beaches, world-class golf courses, and abundant wildlife, it's a place where time slows down, and the spirit rejuvenates. Kayak through the tidal creeks, bike along the shady paths, or simply stroll along the sandy shores -- here, every moment is a cherished memory.
A Kiawah Island Club Membership is available with this property.
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Sold for $7,250,000
$7,250,000
11 Eugenia Ave, Kiawah Island, SC 29455
3beds
1,623sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1954
0.36 Acres Lot
$6,901,700 Zestimate®
$4,467/sqft
$3,300 Estimated rent
Home value
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$6.56M - $7.25M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,623 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Garage
Features
- Exterior features: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2070800007
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Built-up
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Kiawah Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $4,467/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,286,000
- Annual tax amount: $50,911
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/13/2025 | Sold | $7,250,000-3.3%$4,467/sqft |
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| 10/8/2024 | Pending sale | $7,499,000$4,620/sqft |
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| 7/13/2024 | Price change | $7,499,000-6.2%$4,620/sqft |
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| 9/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $7,995,000$4,926/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $50,911 +10.8% | $218,390 +15% |
| 2024 | $45,954 +3.7% | $189,900 |
| 2023 | $44,327 +3.6% | $189,900 |
| 2022 | $42,795 +1.2% | $189,900 |
| 2021 | $42,295 +1.4% | $189,900 |
| 2020 | $41,706 | $189,900 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $41,706 | $172,510 |
| 2017 | $41,706 +10.9% | $172,510 |
| 2016 | $37,608 +4.1% | $172,510 |
| 2015 | $36,131 +5.6% | $172,510 |
| 2014 | $34,221 | -- |
| 2011 | $34,221 +288.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $8,800 -0.1% | $100,010 |
| 2009 | $8,805 +9.7% | $100,010 |
| 2008 | $8,030 -68.1% | $100,010 -33.3% |
| 2006 | $25,147 +63.5% | $150,010 +50% |
| 2005 | $15,380 +94.2% | $100,010 +117.4% |
| 2004 | $7,919 +1.1% | $46,010 |
| 2003 | $7,833 +4.8% | $46,010 |
| 2002 | $7,476 +39.7% | $46,010 +98.1% |
| 2000 | $5,351 | $23,220 |
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Neighborhood: 29455
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- 8/10Mt. Zion Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.1 mi
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- South Carolina
- Charleston County
- Kiawah Island
- 29455
- 11 Eugenia Ave