Skip main navigation
Active
  • $3,900,000

    3030 Brownell Ave, Sullivans Island, SC 29482

    4beds
    5,400sqft
    : 
    Loading
    Get pre-qualified
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1942
    0.58 Acres Lot
    $3,703,300 Zestimate®
    $722/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    3030 Brownell represents one of the most unique and compelling opportunities on Sullivan's Island--where history, engineering, and location converge to create a canvas unlike anything else on the island.Positioned on a half-acre parcel just one block from the beach, the property offers both scale and proximity--an increasingly rare combination in one of the Lowcountry's most sought-after coastal communities.At its core lies a World War II-era concrete bunker, encompassing approximately 5,400 square feet and constructed with 15-foot-thick reinforced concrete walls. Elevated roughly 20 feet above sea level, the structure has already demonstrated extraordinary resilience. Its durability, elevation, and permanence offer a level of structural integrity that would be extraordinarily difficult to replicate today. What makes this offering particularly compelling is the flexibility it presents for a future owner to explore what's possible. The existing structure provides a substantial and highly unique foundation, opening the door for a thoughtful buyer to engage with the Town of Sullivan's Island regarding potential future use, design, or redevelopment of the site. Whether the vision leans toward preserving and enhancing what exists or pursuing a broader architectural concept, the property invites creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking design. Below, the expansive interior lends itself to a wide range of possibilities--whether imagined as a private cinema, wine vault, gallery, wellness space, or secure retreat--creating a space that is as functional as it is unforgettable. For those with the vision to execute, this is not simply a homesite--it is an opportunity to create a landmark property that blends modern coastal living with a piece of American history. Moments from the beach and close to Sullivan's Island's beloved restaurants and gathering places, the lifestyle here is equally refined: morning walks along the shoreline, afternoons on the water, and evenings immersed in the quiet rhythm of island living. Opportunities like this are defined not just by what exists--but by what can be thoughtfully pursued. 3030 Brownell offers a rare chance to create something enduring, distinctive, and entirely your own.
    99 days
    |
    5,362
    |
    187
    |

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Coastal Connections Real Estate

    Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26010498MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Bonus, Laundry, Other (Use Remarks)
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
      Features
      • High Ceilings, Other
      • Flooring: Concrete
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,400
      • Total interior livable area: 5,400 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Levels: One,Other (Use Remarks)
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Ground Level
      Lot
      • Size: 0.58 Acres
      • Features: .5 - 1 Acre, High

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • See Remarks
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: See Remarks
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1942

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Marshall Reservation
      Location
      • Region: Sullivans Island

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $722/sqft
      • Date on market: 4/14/2026
      • Listing terms: Lease Purchase,Any,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $3,703,300

        $3.52M - $3.89M

        $7,942/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/14/2026Listed for sale$3,900,000-17.9%$722/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #26010498 Report a problem
        4/14/2026Listing removed$4,750,000$880/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #26000070 Report a problem
        1/2/2026Listed for sale$4,750,000-3.1%$880/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #26000070 Report a problem
        1/1/2026Listing removed$4,900,000$907/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #25011390 Report a problem
        4/25/2025Listed for sale$4,900,000+3.2%$907/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #25011390 Report a problem
        2/26/2025Listing removed$4,750,000$880/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24016457 Report a problem
        1/3/2025Listed for sale$4,750,000$880/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24016457 Report a problem
        11/13/2024Listing removed$4,750,000$880/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24016457 Report a problem
        11/13/2024Price change$4,750,000-11.2%$880/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24016457 Report a problem
        6/28/2024Listed for sale$5,350,000$991/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #24016457 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Tax history is unavailable.

        Monthly payment

        Est. payment

        Payment breakdown

        Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
        See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.

        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 29482

        Getting around

        1 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        33 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Sullivans Island
        • Middle: Laing
        • High: Wando

        Source: CTMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

        A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.

        A local lender can help you make sure your offer is ready when you are.

        Browse local experts

        Similar homes