Experience timeless Lowcountry luxury just steps from the Atlantic Ocean at this exceptional Sullivan's Island retreat (EQUIPPED WITH A RESIDENTIAL ELEVATOR). Perfectly positioned on one of the island's most desirable streets, 2850 Ion Avenue, offers the rare combination of sophisticated design, effortless indoor-outdoor living, and the relaxed coastal lifestyle that makes Sullivan's Island one of the Southeast's most coveted destinations.Upon walking up to this beautiful home, you are greeted by an expansive wrap-around front porch with Ipe decking, personalized railing, 10 X 10 treated custom wood columns, and beautiful 9' mahogany French doors. Enjoy the tranquility of mature landscaping and multiple spaces to relax after a day at the beach. Whether hosting family and friends,enjoying quiet mornings with coffee, or taking a short stroll to the sand, every detail has been designed to embrace the island lifestyle. As you enter this 3,354 square foot, 4 bedroom 4 bath home, you are greeted with thoughtfully curated finishes including 11 foot ceilings, Australian Cypress hardwood floors throughout, coffered Cypress ceilings, custom Anderson windows, Hardi plank siding, newer HVAC units and 2026 Renai, generous living spaces, and a functional floor plan that creates an atmosphere that is both elegant and welcoming. The kitchen features Custom cabinets, Subzero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, 5-burner Thermodor gas cook top with telescoping downdraft, Thermador double ovens, glass door wall cabinets, wine refrigerator, 30" Microwave, and Typhoon Bordeaux granite counter tops. Off the kitchen, you will find an additional private outdoor living space on a beautiful screened-in back porch that overlooks the pool and beautiful backyard oasis. On the main level, you will find 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. Upstairs there are two additional guest bedrooms each with full bathrooms, offering versatility and convenience ensuring ample space for family and guests. Additionally, the second floor features a generously sized master suite equipped with a steam shower, claw foot tub, natural Maple cabinets with dual vanities, and a generous walk-in Closet, creating a luxurious retreat for relaxation. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a luxurious coastal retreat, or a legacy property to enjoy for generations, 2850 Ion Avenue presents an unparalleled opportunity to experience the very best of Lowcountry living. Sullivan's Island, located about 10 miles from downtown Charleston, SC, known for its beautiful beaches, lowcountry southern charm, breathtaking scenery, and luxury homes, provides a deep sense of community. The town gathers for holidays and parades throughout the year, Fourth of July beach celebrations, and the kind of front-porch neighborliness that feels lifted from another era. This home offers an extraordinary opportunity to own in one of South Carolina's most prestigious coastal communities with very limited inventory, making properties of this caliber exceptionally rare.
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$5,250,000
2850 Ion Ave, Sullivans Island, SC 29482
4beds
3,354sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
0.31 Acres Lot
$5,039,800 Zestimate®
$1,565/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous living spacesTranquility of mature landscapingNewer hvac unitsThermador double ovensLuxurious retreat for relaxationHardi plank sidingCoffered cypress ceilings
- 69 days
- 847
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Listed by:
The Properties SC, LLC
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26022055
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Eat-In-Kitchen, Formal Living
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,354
- Total interior livable area: 3,354 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Handicapped Equipped
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Lawn Irrigation, Lawn Well, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 5291100104
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Dominion Energy, SI W/S Comm
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boat Ramp, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Sullivans Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,565/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,168,400
- Annual tax amount: $9,602
- Date on market: 8/3/2026
- Listing terms: Any
Estimated market value
$5,039,800
$4.79M - $5.29M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,250,000+191.7%$1,565/sqft |
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| 12/1/2016 | Sold | $1,800,000-5%$537/sqft |
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| 9/13/2016 | Price change | $1,895,000-5%$565/sqft |
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| 5/29/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000+23%$595/sqft |
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| 3/10/2010 | Sold | $1,621,490+35.7%$483/sqft |
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| 3/9/2007 | Sold | $1,195,000+131.1%$356/sqft |
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| 10/22/2003 | Sold | $517,000$154/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,602 +8.3% | $91,080 +18% |
| 2024 | $8,868 +1.5% | $77,200 |
| 2023 | $8,737 +0.1% | $77,200 |
| 2022 | $8,732 -3.5% | $77,200 |
| 2021 | $9,049 -2% | $77,200 |
| 2020 | $9,234 | $77,200 +10.3% |
| 2019 | $9,234 | $70,000 -2.8% |
| 2017 | $9,234 +26.6% | $72,000 +11.2% |
| 2016 | $7,292 +16.4% | $64,760 |
| 2015 | $6,265 -4.2% | $64,760 |
| 2014 | $6,540 | -- |
| 2011 | $6,540 -65.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $18,921 +35.6% | $97,200 +35% |
| 2009 | $13,952 +3.6% | $72,000 |
| 2008 | $13,466 +136.3% | $72,000 +112.4% |
| 2006 | $5,699 -1.3% | $33,900 0% |
| 2005 | $5,774 +54.4% | $33,910 +92.2% |
| 2004 | $3,740 +1.1% | $17,640 |
| 2003 | $3,698 +87.4% | $17,640 +50% |
| 2002 | $1,973 +34.6% | $11,760 +53.9% |
| 2000 | $1,466 | $7,640 |
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Neighborhood: 29482
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sullivans Island
- Middle: Moultrie
- High: Wando
Source: CTMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







