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$114,900

196 Polowana Rd Saint Helena Island, SC 29920

5.0 acres
Land

Property details

About 196 Polowana Rd

Enjoy serene Lowcountry living on this beautiful lakefront lot with southern exposure and sweeping marsh views. Located on peaceful Polawana Island near St. Helena Island, this private retreat offers cooling breezes, moss-draped live oaks, and abundant wildlife including deer, egrets, and osprey. Polawana Island is a gated community known for its natural beauty, featuring nature trails, scenic overlooks, a rookery observation deck, and a deepwater community boat landing. Additional deepwater access is available nearby. A rare opportunity to build in a quiet, preserved coastal setting.

Highlights

Home typeVacant Lot
StatusActive
Lot size5 Acres
MLS #191096

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Summary

  • Exterior: Boat Dock
  • List Price: $114,900
  • HOA Amount: $5400 Annually
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,103
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot Size: 5 Acres
  • MLS Number: 191096
  • MLS Name: LowcountryMLS
  • Office Name: Greco Group Brokered by eXp
  • Office Phone: (888) 440-2798
  • Office Email: philip.black@exprealty.net

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 10, 2023
Home Sold
$95,000
Mar 28, 2006
Home Sold
$220,695

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,319. Most Saint Helena Island, SC residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Monster TrucksMonster Trucks
  • HuntingHunting

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • GMCGMC
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
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 $114,900.

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 June 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $114,900.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Saint Helena Island, SC there were more than 5 sold above asking price, over 27 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Saint Helena Island, SC decreased by 9.7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $550,500 and the average listing age was 110 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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