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455 Lydia Drive

Charleston, SC 29412

Active 26 days on market Listing ID CHSa88a9e3a88bd21d5f18324ebc2a5557a

$749,900

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,808 sqft · $415/sqft

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,808 Sq Ft
$415/Sq Ft
1958 Built
.34 acresSingle Family ResidenceLaurel ParkMay 18, 2026

Highlights

1958 build3 bedrooms.34 acres lotSingle Family ResidenceLaurel Park

About This Home

Welcome home to 455 Lydia Drive, a charming single-story brick ranch located in the highly desirable Laurel Park neighborhood of James Island. Nestled on a private, quiet, and beautiful .34-acre lot beneath mature oak and magnolia trees, this classic Lowcountry property offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Downtown Charleston. Conveniently situated near the crossroads of Folly Road and Harbor View Road and only moments from the James Island Connector, this home provides quick access to Harbor View Elementary School, Downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, West Ashley, shopping, dining, medical and everything the Charleston lifestyle has to offer.This well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home features over 1,800 square feet of invitingliving space with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The spacious floor plan offers multiple living and entertaining areas, including a sun-filled formal living room highlighted by a striking floor-to-ceiling window, a formal dining room, and a charming flex space with exposed brick and tall windows - perfect for a home office, sunroom, playroom, or additional sitting area. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, gas range w/griddle, and stainless steel appliances and opens seamlessly to a cozy family room ideal for everyday living and entertaining.

The primary suite includes an updated bathroom - custom tile, glass enclosed shower w/waterfall feature - while additional major improvements include a new roof (2023), HVAC and ductwork replacement (2022), electrical rewiring, updated hall bathroom, updated laundry room (washer and dryer convey), tankless water heater, encapsulated crawlspace (dehumidifier replaced 2023), and kitchen updates. Outside, the property offers an attached one-car garage, storage shed/outbuilding, paver patio, landscape lighting, and an amazing outdoor space for kids, pets, entertaining and relaxation.

This quintessential James Island home combines charm, functionality, mature landscaping, and an exceptional location in one of Charleston's most convenient and established neighborhoods.

Property Details

Overview

Directions
Folly Road (south); Take A Right Onto Carlin Avenue (just Before The Harbor View Rd Intersection); Right On Lydia; Home Is On Your Left At The Corner Of Lydia And Carlin.
Mlsareamajor
21 - James Island
Taxmapnumber
4240900071
Countyorparish
Charleston
Propertysubtype
Single Family Detached
Architecturalstyle
Ranch
Constructionmaterials
Brick Veneer

Interior Features

Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roomtype
Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Laundry, Other (Use Remarks), Separate Dining, Sun
Doorfeatures
Some Storm Door(s)
Windowfeatures
Some Storm Wnd/Doors, Window Treatments - Some
Laundryfeatures
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Interiorfeatures
Ceiling - Blown, Ceiling - Smooth, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Other, Separate Dining, Sun

Exterior Features

Roof
Architectural
Fencing
Wood, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
Otherstructures
No, Shed(s)
Parkingfeatures
1 Car Garage, Attached
Exteriorfeatures
Rain Gutters, Lighting
Patioandporchfeatures
Patio

Lot And Land

Lotfeatures
0 - .5 Acre, Wooded
Lotsizearea
0.34
Lotsizeacres
0.34
Lotsizeunits
Acres

Systems And Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy, James IS PSD
Watersource
Public

Financial Information

Listingterms
Any, Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Community And Hoa

Communityfeatures
Trash

Room Dimensions

Bathroomshalf
0
Roommasterbedroomlevel
Lower

Listed by Jim Grady · Coldwell Banker Realty

Location

Address
455 Lydia Drive
City
Charleston, SC 29412
Community
Laurel Park
County
Charleston
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Schools

Elementary
Harbor View
Middle
Camp Road
High
James Island Charter

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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