#187685, Listing office: William Raveis - Carolina LLC
Property details
About 196 Polowana Rd
Beautiful lakefront lot with Southern exposure with incredible Marsh views. Great Breezes! A quite, secluded retreat offering privacy amid breathtaking natural beauty. Nestled along Polawana on St. Helena Island amid the St. Helena Sound in Beaufort , South Carolina. Stunning landscapes and scenic views of moss-draped live oaks, pristine marshes, a rookery, abundant wildlife - deer, egrets, osprey and other native creatures. Polawana Island offers leisure walking trials with scenic viewing sites offering spectacular vistas of the wide variety of plant, animal and bird life: * Nature observation deck overlooking a breathtaking rookery. * Community deepwater boat landing. *Various local deepwater facilities available. This material is based upon information, which we consider reliable, but because it has been supplied by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such.
Highlights
Home typeVacant Lot
StatusActive
Lot size5 Acres
MLS #187013
WaterfrontWaterfront
Summary
- Waterfront: Waterfront
- Exterior: Boat Dock
- List Price: $134,500
- HOA Amount: $5400 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,103
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Waterfront
- Directions: Call Agent for access.
- Lot Size: 5 Acres
- MLS Number: 187013
- MLS Name: LowcountryMLS
- Office Name: Lowcountry Real Estate
- Office Phone: (843) 521-4200
- Office Email: edukes@lowcountryrealestate.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2023 | Home Sold | $95,000 |
| Mar 28, 2006 | Home Sold | $220,695 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,050 | $1,103 |
| 2022 | $7,880 | $2,211 |
| 2021 | $7,880 | $2,211 |
| 2020 | $7,880 | $2,143 |
| 2019 | $10,500 | $2,706 |
| 2018 | $10,500 | $2,566 |
| 2017 | $12,000 | $3,041 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
St. Helena Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.4 mi
•1025 Sea Island Pkwy
6
Lady's Island Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
2.8 mi
•73 Chowan Creek Blf
7
Coosa Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.5 mi
•45 Middle Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,319. The most common annual income of people living in Saint Helena Island, SC is less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
53%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Monster Trucks
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
GMC
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country- Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 196 Polowana Rd
The listing price of 196 Polowana Rd property is $134,500.
The property 196 Polowana Rd is land located in Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, 29920.
Active Listing: 196 Polowana Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 196 Polowana Rd are: St. Helena Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lady's Island Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Coosa Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lady's Island Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Beaufort Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Robert Smalls International Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Beaufort High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bridges Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lowcountry Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,103 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 10, 2023 for $95,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 196 Polowana Rd is 5 acres.
This home is located at 196 Polowana Rd in Saint Helena Island, SC and zip code 29920. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $134,500.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Saint Helena Island, SC there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 49 sold below and more than 23 were sold right at the asked price. In May 2025 in Saint Helena Island, SC there were 3.3% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 110 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $557,285.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.