$550,000
$283/sq ft397 Bb Sams Drive · St. Helena Island, SC 29920
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,942
Sq Ft
1985
Built
What stands out
- Golf Course, River, Pond views
- Single-level living
- Attached garage
- Fireplace
- Private pool
- Outdoor living: Screened Porch, Patio
- Accepts VA financing
Highlights are generated from the property's MLS facts. See the full listing description and details below.
FEMA Zone X — minimal flood hazard. Flood insurance is not federally required (lenders may still recommend a low-cost preferred policy).
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer.
Listing description
Here in the northern portion of Beaufort County, we hold up Dataw Island as the standard of excellence we believe meets or exceeds anything you will find in any other South Carolina community. Steeped in history, the former Datha Island dates back thousands of years and was once home to 18th century indigo and cotton antebellum plantations, where tabby ruins still stand. Today, it is the epitome of what a true community should be. Picture having cocktails with your neighbors in an old school club house while wat…
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SC taxes a primary residence at a 4% ratio with a school-tax exemption — far lower than the 6% investor rate.
Freddie Mac 30-yr avg (FRED), as of 2026-07-09 — a benchmark, not your rate.
Estimated all-in monthly
$4,204/mo
This is an estimate for planning only — not a loan quote or commitment to lend. Assumes a $550,000 price, 0% down, 6.49% rate over 30 years, and SC owner-occupied 4% + school exemption property tax. It excludes PMI/MIP, the VA funding fee, and closing costs. For reference, the current tax on record (MLS) is about $2,200/yr — that reflects the present owner's assessment, which may differ from yours. Confirm every figure with a licensed lender.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Living Area
- 1,942 sq ft
- Levels
- One
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Appliances
- Electric Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Ice Maker, Fire Alarm, Auto/Gar/Opener, Cable TV/Available, Dryer, Washer
- Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Central
- Cooling
- Electric, Heat Pump, Central Air
- Fireplace
- 1
- Water Heater
- Electric
- Interior Features
- Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.16 acres
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Composition
- Parking
- Attached, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage
- Porch / Patio
- Screened Porch, Patio
- Pool
- Community
- View
- Golf Course, River, Pond
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community & HOA
- HOA Fee
- $4,107 / annually
Financial & Terms
- List Price
- $550,000
- Price / Sq Ft
- $283
- Annual Taxes
- $2,200
- Financing Accepted
- Conventional, Va Loan, Cash
- Zoning
- Residential
Listing activity
On the market for 23 days.
Status: Active
Jun 18, 2026
New Listing
Jun 18, 2026
Came on market
Jun 18, 2026
Listed for sale
Jun 11, 2026
Source: Lowcountry Regional MLS. Price-change dates are shown without prior amounts; contact us for the complete history.
How the price compares
Recent nearby sales of similar homes
| Sold home | Sold price | $/sqft | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Shipwatch Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,950 sqft | $635,000 | $326 | Jun 2026 |
| 636 S Reeve Road, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,929 sqft | $615,000 | $319 | Jul 2026 |
| 1301 Rowland Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,982 sqft | $525,000 | $265 | Apr 2026 |
| 456 Bb Sams Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,842 sqft | $390,000 | $212 | May 2026 |
| 97 Rose Island Road, St. Helena Island, SC 299203 bd · 1,792 sqft | $515,000 | $287 | Jun 2026 |
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Location
397 Bb Sams Drive, St. Helena Island, SC 29920
Near military installations
Distances are approximate straight-line estimates from the property's coordinates, not drive times. Ask us about real commutes and PCS timing.
Getting around
Downtown Beaufort
~5.6 mi
Bluffton
~21.7 mi
Hilton Head Island
~18.4 mi
Approximate straight-line distances, not drive times — ask us about real commutes and PCS timing.
Schools
School assignments and attendance boundaries should be verified with the local district — they can change and aren't guaranteed by this listing.
This area is generally served by the Beaufort County School District. We're happy to confirm the exact assigned schools for this address — just ask.
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Listing courtesy of Fred T. White, Keller Williams.
Listing data last updated June 25, 2026.
Listing data provided by the Lowcountry Regional MLS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All measurements are approximate.
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