Welcome to this stunning renovated home in the highly sought-after Lawton Bluff neighborhood of James Island. Situated on a beautifully landscaped .55-acre lot shaded by mature live oak trees, this property combines extensive renovations, flexible living spaces, exceptional outdoor amenities, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, highly rated schools, shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, parks, and everyday conveniences. Offering the perfect blend of location, updates, privacy, and outdoor living, this home is truly move-in ready.Step inside and immediately notice the designer finishes, updated hardwood flooring, custom crown molding, and attention to detail found throughout the home. The foyer welcomes you into the heart of theproperty and provides access to multiple living and entertaining spaces. To the right, the formal dining room showcases custom wainscoting, designer lighting, accent wallpaper, and built-in shelving. Just beyond the dining room is a versatile flex space currently functioning as a library and sitting room. Complete with French doors, custom built-ins, and additional cabinetry, this room could also serve as a home office, media room, playroom, or secondary living area. The space flows seamlessly into the beautifully renovated kitchen. The chef's kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with custom cabinetry, soapstone countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, built-in shelving, upgraded fixtures, extensive storage solutions, and abundant cabinet and counter space. An informal dining area overlooks the backyard and outdoor living spaces, creating the perfect setting for everyday meals and entertaining. To the left of the foyer, you will find a spacious guest bedroom with an attached full bathroom, offering an ideal setup for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. This hallway also provides convenient access to the kitchen and main living areas. Just off the kitchen is the spacious family room anchored by a brick gas fireplace and custom built-in shelving surrounding the entertainment center and mantel. This inviting gathering space serves as the heart of the home and connects effortlessly to both the kitchen and outdoor living areas. French doors provide direct access to the rear deck and pergola, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the yard and pool. Adjacent to the kitchen is a functional laundry and mudroom area featuring additional storage, access to the backyard, garage, and a beautifully renovated half bath. This area also provides access to the oversized finished FROG and attached workout room. Offering incredible flexibility, this space could function as a home gym, media room, game room, guest retreat, playroom, home office, or additional living space. Upstairs, the primary suite has been extensively renovated and offers a spacious bedroom, custom walk-in closet systems, and a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom featuring dual vanities, marble tile work, a soaking tub, walk-in shower, designer finishes, upgraded fixtures, and thoughtful storage throughout. There are two additional generously sized bedrooms also located upstairs. Both feature walk-in closets and ample natural light. There is a large hall bathroom as well, with a bathtub and shower. Step outside and discover one of the property's most impressive features. The fully fenced backyard has been thoughtfully designed to maximize privacy, recreation, and entertaining. The large saltwater pool serves as the focal point of the outdoor living spaces and is surrounded by mature landscaping, multiple patios, a pergola, and expansive yard space beneath a canopy of mature live oak trees. The open-air pool house has been converted into a fantastic entertaining space featuring a bar area, covered seating area, ceiling fans, and plenty of room for gathering with family and friends. Recent improvements include a renovated kitchen, renovated primary suite and bathroom, updated flooring, renovated bathrooms, upgraded HVAC systems, updated electrical panels in both the main home and pool house, upgraded mechanical systems, saltwater pool conversion, pool house improvements, new deck and pergola, fencing, exterior shutters, lighting, ceiling fans, interior and exterior paint, upgraded plumbing, and numerous additional upgrades throughout the property. Lawton Bluff is one of James Island's most established and desirable neighborhoods, known for its mature trees, larger homesites, and exceptional convenience. Enjoy easy access to Downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, entertainment, parks, as well as beautiful walks and bike rides along the marsh, pond and harbor in the neighborhood. Don't miss your chance to see this amazing property before it's gone!
Pending
$1,499,000
680 Fort Sumter Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
4beds
3,562sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.55 Acres Lot
$1,502,000 Zestimate®
$421/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Designer finishesMature treesNew deck and pergolaUpdated hardwood flooringMultiple patiosBuilt-in shelvingInterior and exterior paint
- 18 days |
- 3,325 |
- 168 |
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Listed by:
The Boulevard Company
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26017665
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Living/Dining Combo, Media Room, Office, Dining Room, Utility Room, Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Frog Detached, Laundry, Media, Mother-In-Law Suite, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Utility
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling - Smooth, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Frog Detached, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,562
- Total interior livable area: 3,562 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Stoop
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: .5 - 1 Acre, High, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 4260300053
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Dominion Energy, James IS PSD
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Trash, Walk/Jog Trails
- Subdivision: Lawton Bluff
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $421/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $984,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,657
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$1,502,000
$1.43M - $1.58M
$6,118/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,499,000$421/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+65.6%$421/sqft |
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| 9/29/2022 | Sold | $905,000+1.1%$254/sqft |
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| 8/19/2022 | Contingent | $895,000$251/sqft |
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| 8/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $895,000$251/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,657 +12.4% | $39,390 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $4,145 -71% | $37,200 -33.3% |
| 2023 | $14,291 +540.7% | $55,800 +164.7% |
| 2022 | $2,231 -6.8% | $21,080 |
| 2021 | $2,394 -1.1% | $21,080 |
| 2020 | $2,421 | $21,080 +14.9% |
| 2019 | $2,421 | $18,340 |
| 2017 | $2,421 +14.9% | $18,340 |
| 2016 | $2,107 +4.5% | $18,340 |
| 2015 | $2,017 -8.9% | $18,340 |
| 2014 | $2,214 | -- |
| 2011 | $2,214 +39% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,593 -1.5% | $14,140 |
| 2009 | $1,618 +10.9% | $14,140 |
| 2008 | $1,459 -31.7% | $14,140 |
| 2006 | $2,134 -0.8% | $14,140 |
| 2005 | $2,152 +25.1% | $14,140 +37.7% |
| 2004 | $1,721 +0.9% | $10,270 |
| 2003 | $1,705 +3.8% | $10,270 |
| 2002 | $1,643 +54.1% | $10,270 +43.4% |
| 2000 | $1,066 | $7,160 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29412
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Harbor View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Camp Road MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 9/10James Island Charter High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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- South Carolina
- Charleston County
- Charleston
- 29412
- 680 Fort Sumter Dr





