#191393, Listing office: Keller Williams Realty
52 Bermuda Downs Saint Helena Island, SC 29920
Property details
About 52 Bermuda Downs
Experience the very best of Lowcountry living at 52 Bermuda Downs, a timeless cottage nestled on over an acre in the gated island community of Bermuda Bluff. Known as the original HGTV Bermuda Bluff Cottage and featured on the cover of Southern Living Magazine, this iconic home blends charm, elegance, and coastal comfort in one unforgettable setting. A canopy of majestic Live Oaks draped in Spanish moss welcomes you down the driveway, leading to a picture-perfect front porch stretching the length of the home. Inside, newly installed Lighthouse Oak luxury vinyl flooring, ten-foot ceilings, and abundant natural light offer a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. The 2020-renovated, chef-inspired kitchen is a showstopper, boasting granite countertops, a custom range hood, a commercial-grade five-burner gas range with convection oven, deep farmhouse sink, and stylish textured tile backsplash. Thoughtful additions include two large pantries with soft-close slide-out shelves, a custom wine cooler, and a dedicated spice cabinet. The great room and all three bedrooms are spacious, bright, and beautifully appointed, with a wall of windows offering breathtaking views of the serene 12-acre pond. A wood-burning fireplace, crown molding, and five-inch baseboards add character and warmth throughout. Step outside to enjoy unforgettable sunsets and a thriving natural habitat,or explore the amenities of Bermuda Bluff Beaufort County's hidden gem featuring a clubhouse, pool, observation tower, boat landing, floating day dock, covered pier with fish cleaning station, tennis, pickleball, and more. Whether you are relaxing by the pond, entertaining on the porch, or casting a line into waters stocked with largemouth bass, catfish, bream, and grass carp. This is Lowcountry living at its finest.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Oven, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Washer
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Circular Driveway
- Waterfront: Pond
- Exterior: Storage, Gutters, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $950,000
- Price/SqFt: $476
- HOA Amount: $1720 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,676
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Head towards St. Helena on Hwy 21 to MLK. Then go towards Lands End and make a right onto Bermuda Bluff Rd and make left into the gate on Bermuda Downs. Follow Bermuda Downs and home is on the right.
- Year Built: 1997
- Living Area: 1,993 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 191394
- MLS Name: LowcountryMLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
- Office Phone: (843) 682-8100
- Office Email: ayeshawaters@kw.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 09, 2021 | Home Sold | $460,000 |
Sep 16, 2019 | Home Sold | $385,000 |
May 23, 2014 | Home Sold | $314,900 |
Apr 15, 2010 | Home Sold | $284,900 |
May 20, 2005 | Home Sold | $420,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $20,604 | $2,676 |
2022 | $18,400 | $7,673 |
2021 | $15,400 | $7,673 |
2020 | $15,400 | $2,320 |
2019 | $12,340 | $1,538 |
2018 | $12,340 | $1,491 |
2017 | $12,600 | $1,533 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Port Royal Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.4 mi
•1214 Paris Ave
6
Lady's Island Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
4.4 mi
•73 Chowan Creek Blf
4
Mossy Oaks Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.6 mi
•2510 Mossy Oaks 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 $39,006. The most common annual income of people living in Saint Helena Island, SC is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 52 Bermuda Downs
The listing price of 52 Bermuda Downs property is $950,000.
The property 52 Bermuda Downs is a house located in Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, 29920.
Active Listing: 52 Bermuda Downs is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 52 Bermuda Downs are: Port Royal Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lady's Island Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mossy Oaks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Beaufort Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lady's Island Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Riverview Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Beaufort High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lowcountry Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bridges Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,676 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 9, 2021 for $460,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 52 Bermuda Downs has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 52 Bermuda Downs is 1,993 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 52 Bermuda Downs is 1997.
This home is located at 52 Bermuda Downs in Saint Helena Island, SC and zip code 29920. This 1,993 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 1.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $950,000.
Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Saint Helena Island, SC. In the same period over 27 listings were sold below the listed price and 13 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Saint Helena Island, SC decreased by 9.7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 110 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $550,500 during the same period.