Johns Island at a glance
Johns Island is the largest island in South Carolina, just south of West Ashley and James Island. It offers newer construction, larger lots and a more rural feel while staying about 20 to 30 minutes from downtown. It's also the gateway to Kiawah and Seabrook Islands.
- County
- Charleston County
- ZIP codes
- 29455
What it's like to live here
Johns Island still has farms, live oaks and the famous Angel Oak, alongside newer communities with pools, trails and parks.
Freshfields Village at the edge of Kiawah handles groceries, dining and shopping, with more options growing along Maybank Highway.
Popular neighborhoods in Johns Island
- Whitney Lake
- Oakfield
- Grace Landing
- Marshview Commons
- Sea Island Preserve
- Stonoview
What to know before you buy
- Traffic on Maybank Highway and River Road at rush hour is the main tradeoff. We'll test-drive your commute.
- There's a lot of new construction here, and I can help you compare builders, incentives and resale homes side by side.
- Some properties use well and septic. We'll check before you write an offer.
Nearby areasJames Island