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#25015731, Listing office: Carolina One Real Estate
$1,325,000 List price
8970 Palmetto Rd Edisto Island, SC 29438
$10,000
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3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,254 sqft
1.5 acres
$588 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8970 Palmetto Rd
Lowcountry Living at Its Finest: Custom Home in The Neck with Private Pond Views only Minutes to Edisto Beach!Set on a high and dry 1.5-acre lot overlooking a peaceful pond fed by Big Bay Creek, this custom-built, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is a rare find in this quiet, well-established community just minutes from Live Oak Boat Landing (1.7 miles) and Edisto Beach!Designed with comfort, function, and style in mind, this home features 9-foot ceilings with sun-filled rooms featuring beautiful newly refinished hardwood floors, plantation shutters, and crown molding throughout. The spacious living room centers around a cozy gas fireplace and opens onto a huge screened-in back porch, the perfect place to relax and take in the water views.Thoughtful Layout & Elegant Touches: -Primary suite on the main floor with a fully renovated bathroom -Dedicated office and formal dining room -Large kitchen with commercial-grade appliances, double wall ovens, convection, and plenty of workspace -Pantry, separate laundry room -Upstairs walk-in attic storage for added convenience -Sunny Cat-Walk Upstairs Built-In Convenience & Peace of Mind: -Custom two-stop elevator -Whole-house generator -Rinnai tankless hot water heater -Central vacuum system -Reverse osmosis water filtration -Two private wells (house & irrigation) -Auto-feed irrigation and fertilization system -Utility sink under house Outdoor Living: -Screened porch with pond views across the entire back of the home -Fenced courtyard and invisible underground dog fence -Large circular driveway, covered entry from carport -RV/boat storage space -New roof (July 2024) and hurricane shutters This home truly has it all luxury upgrades, safety features, low-maintenance systems, privacy, and proximity to everything you love about coastal living. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence a second home getaway or investment property, this is a place where you can settle in and stay awhile. Schedule your showing today and see why life in The Neck is so special.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,254 sqft
Lot size1.5 Acres
Year built1999
Parking2 Car Carport, Off Street
MLS #25014517
WaterfrontLake Front
FireplaceGas Log, Great Room, Kitchen, One
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Great, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining
- Fireplace: Gas Log, Great Room, Kitchen, One
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: 2 Car Carport, Off Street
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- Exterior: Lawn Irrigation, Lawn Well, Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,325,000
- Price/SqFt: $587
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,319
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Wooded
- Directions: Hwy 174 To Edisto Beach. Turn Right Onto Palmetto Road- Just Past Ace Hardware Store In The Right. Go To The Neck And Turn Right At The Stop Sign. Home Is Just The Bend On The Right.
- Year Built: 1999
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,254 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.5 Acres
- MLS Number: 25014517
- Office Name: Carolina One Real Estate
- Office Phone: (843) 779-8660
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2015 | Home Sold | $485,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $423,000 | $3,319 |
| 2022 | $423,000 | $3,317 |
| 2021 | $423,000 | $3,317 |
| 2020 | $423,000 | $3,301 |
| 2018 | $16,920 | $3,624 |
| 2017 | $16,920 | $3,624 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Minnie Hughes Elementary School
Public District PK-5
12.7 mi
•8548 Willtown Rd
4
St. Helena Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
15.8 mi
•1025 Sea Island Pkwy
7
Coosa Elementary School
Public District PK-5
19.0 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 $92,188. Most Edisto Island, SC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
13%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
12%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
36%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
59%
Married, No Kids
3%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
2%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
44%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8970 Palmetto Rd
The listing price of 8970 Palmetto Rd property is $1,325,000.
The property 8970 Palmetto Rd is a house located in Edisto Island, South Carolina, 29438.
Active Listing: 8970 Palmetto Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8970 Palmetto Rd are: Minnie Hughes Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), St. Helena Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Coosa Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lady's Island Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Haut Gap Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Beaufort Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Baptist Hill Middle High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lowcountry Leadership Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), St. John's High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,319 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 20, 2015 for $485,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 8970 Palmetto Rd has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 8970 Palmetto Rd is 2,254 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8970 Palmetto Rd is 1999.
This home is located at 8970 Palmetto Rd in Edisto Island, SC and zip code 29438. This 2,254 square foot home, which was built in 1999, sits on a 1.50 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,325,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Edisto Island, SC there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 9 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Edisto Island, SC between April and May 2025 increased by 9.2%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.