Ensconced under a canopy of grand oaks and native pines, this homesite is perfectly situated with lush, eighth-hole views of the Tom Fazio-designed Osprey Point Golf Course within the select neighborhood of Egret Pintail in Vanderhorst Plantation. This centrally located, five-bedroom and 4.1-bath new home with pool will have 3,800 heated square feet. It is conveniently close to walking trails and will be just a bike ride away from 10 miles of pristine beaches. Splendid homes, ocean proximity, and captivating views are just some of the draws to this setting. Property owners here enjoy distinctive amenities for an exceptional lifestyle, including fitness, spa, tennis, and dining. Vanderhorst Plantation also offers an additional security gate at its entrance. The south-facing 257 Governor's Drive homesite is also located close to Marsh Island Park and the Egret Pond Fish Dock, bringing the Lowcountry experience even closer to home. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Sold for $2,850,000
Tax assessed value
$2,850,000
257 Governors Dr, Kiawah Island, SC 29455
5beds
3,800sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 2024
0.4 Acres Lot
$3,177,400 Zestimate®
$750/sqft
$7,603 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,177,400
$2.92M - $3.46M
$7,603/mo
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,800 sqft
Property
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2640700089
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Condition
- Year built: 2024
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Kiawah Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $750/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,850,000
- Annual tax amount: $29,960
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2024 | Sold | $2,850,000-5%$750/sqft |
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| 6/16/2024 | Pending sale | $2,999,500$789/sqft |
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| 6/14/2024 | Listing removed | $2,999,500$789/sqft |
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| 5/24/2024 | Pending sale | $2,999,500$789/sqft |
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| 5/8/2024 | Price change | $2,999,500-9%$789/sqft |
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| 7/13/2023 | Price change | $3,295,000+1.4%$867/sqft |
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| 10/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000+915.6%$855/sqft |
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| 4/5/2022 | Sold | $320,000-5.6%$84/sqft |
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| 10/20/2021 | Pending sale | $339,000$89/sqft |
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| 10/13/2021 | Price change | $339,000+13.4%$89/sqft |
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| 10/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $299,000$79/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,960 +360% | $128,250 +375% |
| 2024 | $6,512 +45.8% | $27,000 +40.6% |
| 2023 | $4,467 +32.4% | $19,200 +28% |
| 2022 | $3,373 +1.2% | $15,000 |
| 2021 | $3,333 +1.4% | $15,000 |
| 2020 | $3,287 | $15,000 -9.1% |
| 2019 | $3,287 | $16,500 |
| 2017 | $3,287 -8.4% | $16,500 |
| 2016 | $3,588 +4.1% | $16,500 |
| 2015 | $3,446 +5.6% | $16,500 |
| 2014 | $3,264 | -- |
| 2011 | $3,264 +13.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,878 +0.1% | $15,000 |
| 2009 | $2,875 +3.5% | $15,000 |
| 2008 | $2,778 +10.5% | $15,000 |
| 2006 | $2,515 +0.1% | $15,000 |
| 2005 | $2,511 +29.4% | $15,000 +52.4% |
| 2004 | $1,940 +1.4% | $9,840 |
| 2003 | $1,913 +4.6% | $9,840 |
| 2002 | $1,830 +92.2% | $9,840 +134.3% |
| 2000 | $952 | $4,200 |
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Neighborhood: 29455
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- 8/10Mt. Zion Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.3 mi
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- South Carolina
- Charleston County
- Kiawah Island
- 29455
- 257 Governors Dr