Welcome home to 455 Lydia Drive, a charming single-story brick ranch located in the highly desirable Laurel Park neighborhood of James Island. Nestled on a private, quiet, and beautiful .34-acre lot beneath mature oak and magnolia trees, this classic Lowcountry property offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Charleston. Conveniently situated near the crossroads of Folly Road and Harbor View Road and only moments from the James Island Connector, this home provides quick access to Harbor View Elementary School, Downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, West Ashley, shopping, dining, medical and everything the Charleston lifestyle has to offer.This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features over 1,800 square feet of invitingliving space with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The spacious floor plan offers multiple living and entertaining areas, including a sun-filled formal living room highlighted by a striking floor-to-ceiling window, a formal dining room, and a charming flex space with exposed brick and tall windows - perfect for a home office, sunroom, playroom, or additional sitting area. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, gas range w/griddle, and stainless steel appliances and opens seamlessly to a cozy family room ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite includes an updated bathroom - custom tile, glass enclosed shower w/waterfall feature - while additional major improvements include a new roof (2023), HVAC and ductwork replacement (2022), electrical rewiring, updated hall bathroom, updated laundry room (washer and dryer convey), tankless water heater, encapsulated crawlspace (dehumidifier replaced 2023), and kitchen updates. Outside, the property offers an attached one-car garage, storage shed/outbuilding, paver patio, landscape lighting, and an amazing outdoor space for kids, pets, entertaining and relaxation. This quintessential James Island home combines charm, functionality, mature landscaping, and an exceptional location in one of Charleston's most convenient and established neighborhoods.
Active contingent
Price cut: $25.1K (6/11)
$749,900
455 Lydia Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
3beds
1,808sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.34 Acres Lot
$728,800 Zestimate®
$415/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Landscape lightingCharming single-story brick ranchBeautiful hardwood floors throughoutStainless steel appliancesSpacious floor planPaver patioAttached one-car garage
- 47 days |
- 1,446 |
- 79 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26014334
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Dining Room, Sun Room, Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Laundry, Other (Use Remarks), Separate Dining, Sun
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling - Blown, Ceiling - Smooth, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Other
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Doors: Some Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,808 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground Level
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: 0 - .5 Acre, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 4240900071
- Special conditions: Flood Insurance
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy, James IS PSD
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trash
- Subdivision: Laurel Park
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $415/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $578,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,204
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Listing terms: Any,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$728,800
$692,000 - $765,000
$3,277/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Price change | $749,900-3.2%$415/sqft |
Source:  CTMLS #26014334 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+131.3%$429/sqft |
Source: CTMLS #26014334 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2013 | Sold | $335,000-1.2%$185/sqft |
Source: CTMLS #1315659 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2013 | Price change | $339,000-2.9%$188/sqft |
Source: The Cassina Group LLC #1315659 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2013 | Price change | $349,000-2.8%$193/sqft |
Source: The Cassina Group LLC #1309917 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2013 | Listed for sale | $359,000+17.7%$199/sqft |
Source: The Cassina Group LLC #1309917 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2005 | Sold | $305,000+84.8%$169/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2003 | Sold | $165,000$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,204 +5.2% | $17,510 +15% |
| 2024 | $2,096 +5.2% | $15,220 |
| 2023 | $1,993 +2.6% | $15,220 |
| 2022 | $1,942 -4.1% | $15,220 |
| 2021 | $2,026 +0.2% | $15,220 |
| 2020 | $2,023 | $15,220 +13.6% |
| 2019 | $2,023 | $13,400 |
| 2017 | $2,023 +13.7% | $13,400 |
| 2016 | $1,778 +4.3% | $13,400 |
| 2015 | $1,705 -2.5% | $13,400 |
| 2014 | $1,749 | -- |
| 2011 | $1,749 +62.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,074 -2.3% | $7,890 |
| 2009 | $1,099 +11.8% | $7,890 |
| 2008 | $983 -25.3% | $7,890 |
| 2006 | $1,316 +6.6% | $7,890 +6.5% |
| 2005 | $1,235 +37.2% | $7,410 +54.4% |
| 2004 | $900 +1.1% | $4,800 |
| 2003 | $891 -49.8% | $4,800 -33.3% |
| 2002 | $1,775 +28.9% | $7,200 +50.6% |
| 2000 | $1,377 | $4,780 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29412
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Harbor View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Murray Lasaine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10James Island Charter High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Harbor View
- Middle: Camp Road
- High: James Island Charter
Source: CTMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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