Single-story brick home with green shutters, a double garage, and mature trees in front.

Sold

734 Waites Drive

$795,000

Welcome to 734 Waites Drive, a beautifully updated home tucked away in Lawton Bluff on James Island, just off Harbor View Road. Originally built in 1971, this home has been thoughtfully renovated while maintaining the character and functionality of its original layout. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from downtown Charleston and 10 minutes from Folly Beach, it offers an ideal combination of location, space, and everyday convenience. Situated on nearly half an acre in an X flood zone, the property provides plenty of room to enjoy both indoor and outdoor living.As you enter the home, you are welcomed by an open-concept dining and sitting area that flows seamlessly into the newly renovated kitchen, complete with new appliances, updated hardware, and thoughtful finishes throughout. The kitchen opens to the living room, featuring a wood-burning fireplace and sliding glass doors leading to the screened-in patio, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining.

Down the hall are two guest bedrooms and a completely renovated guest bathroom featuring dual vanities, built-in shelving, tile finishes, updated hardware and mirrors, and new light fixtures.

At the end of the hallway, the spacious primary bedroom offers a private retreat with an updated en-suite bathroom featuring a dual vanity, walk-in shower, updated hardware, new mirrors, and lighting.

The laundry room is conveniently located just off the spacious two-car garage, which is currently set up as a home gym and offers plenty of additional storage.

Outside, the property shines with ample patio space, a turf putting green, and a large backyard with plenty of room to enjoy. A 12' x 20' raised barn has been converted into a versatile storage space and golf simulator.

Additional updates and features include a 2024 HVAC system, hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, fresh interior paint, updated light fixtures throughout, a renovated sunroom, exterior electrical for the patio, an RV electrical hookup, and an in-ground well pump.

With thoughtful updates, generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, and a prime James Island location, 734 Waites Drive offers convenience and comfort just minutes from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach!

3
beds

2
baths

2,164 Sq.Ft. LIVING AREA

0.42 Acres lot

Harrison Gilchrist

Harrison Gilchrist

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • total bedrooms3
  • Total bathrooms2
  • full bathrooms2
  • Laundry room Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Flooring Wood
  • Fireplace One
  • other interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Separate Dining, Utility

Area & Lot

  • Status Sold
  • Date Sold October 15, 2026
  • Living Area2,164 Sq.Ft.
  • Total Area2,164 Sq.Ft.
  • Lot Area0.42 Acres
  • MLS® ID26025440
  • TypeResidential
  • YEAR BUILT1971
  • NeighborhoodJames Island
  • Architecture StylesRanch
  • Elementary SchoolHarbor View
  • Middle SchoolCamp Road
  • High SchoolJames Island Charter

Exterior

  • STORIES1
  • Garage Space2.0
  • water SourcePublic
  • utilitiesCharleston Water Service, James IS PSD, Dominion Energy
  • roofArchitectural, Asphalt
  • lot featuresHigh, 0 - 5 Acre
  • parking2 Car Garage
  • HEAT TYPECentral
  • AIR CONDITIONINGCentral Air
  • sewerPublic Sewer
  • SubstructureCrawl Space
  • other exterior FeaturesRain Gutters

Financial

  • Sales Price$795,000

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