1816 Battery Island Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,450 sqft

Property Description

A rare opportunity in rural James Island to own a coastal cottage WITH the flexibility to build a larger primary residence in front of it. Or don't & just live in it! Just 3 miles from Folly Beach; bike there in the summer, it's faster than by car! Tucked in the back of this .40-acre lot which is across from the MARSH, in a peaceful area that takes you back in time you'll see wild turkeys, coastal birds, & deer, this existing tiny home (classified as an ADU) offers immediate use as a primary residence, guest cottage, or income-producing rental. The current home features wood-look tile flooring, updated windows, a tankless water heater, mini-split HVAC, & a roof replaced by the previous owner. The front porch/deck was replaced in November 2025 as well. SO MUCH flexibilty with this propertyas a whole as there's NO HOA and the town has verified a home can be built in front of this existing cottage. Steady ocean breezes and salty air in a location that feels relaxed yet incredibly convenient to the James Island Library, elementary school, grocerty stores, shopping, dining, and downtown Charleston. If you choose to tear down, add on or build a primary residence in front of this home, one PROPOSED OPTION (but you can build with whoever you'd like, whenever you want to) is the Kennedy floor plan by Hunter Quinn Homes, a raised coastal design with a drive-under garage, ideal for beach and Lowcountry living with ample storage for vehicles, golf carts, and outdoor gear. The plan includes a welcoming foyer, a study or flex space off the entry, and a spacious primary suite with a large walk-in closet and well-appointed bath with a separate water closet. Live in the existing home while planning or building, or keep the property as-is for a SIMPLER life. Few properties offer this level of flexibility, location, and income potential in such close proximity to Folly Beach.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

December 13, 2025

Data Last Updated:

February 7, 2026 at 6:07AM

Listing Office:

The Boulevard Company :

MLS ID:

25032383

Interior

• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupWasher Hookup
• A/C: None
• Heating: See Remarks

Exterior

• General: YesGuest House
• Style: CottageRanchTraditional
• Parking: Off Street

Construction

• Roofing: Architectural
• General: 2RaisedSlab

Location

• Originating MLS: CHS Regional MLS
• County: Charleston

Utilities

• Utilities: Charleston Water ServiceJames IS PSD
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: CHS Regional MLS