52 Old Smugglers Wharf Road is an opportunity to own over 8 acres in the private, gated community of Polawana Island. Enjoy scenic walking trails, a community boat ramp and dock, and a nature observation deck overlooking a rookery filled with native birds. Whether you're boating, birdwatching, or simply relaxing in your own private haven, 46 Old Smugglers Wharf Road offers the serenity and space to create something truly special. Located just 8 miles from downtown Beaufort, 10 miles from Port Royal and Parris Island, and 13 miles from Hunting Island State Park, this property delivers the best of both seclusion and convenience.
Lot/land
$78,998
52 Old Smugglers Wharf Rd, Saint Helena Island, SC 29920
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0baths
8.2Acres
Acreage, Land
Built in ----
8.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$450/mo HOA
What's special
Scenic walking trails
- 216 days |
- 504 |
- 30 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 18, 2026 at 07:04am
Listed by:
Christopher J Edenfield 478-951-9532,
eXp Realty LLC - Bluffton
Source: Lowcountry Regional MLS,MLS#: 192355
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Property
Features
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 8.2 Acres
- Topography: Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: R30001000000100000
- Zoning description: Rural Residential
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Available Not on Site
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Walking Trail, Dock, Gated, Boat Landing
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $5,400 annually
Location
- Region: Saint Helena Island
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $89,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,601
- Date on market: 9/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 219 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,023/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $78,9980% |
Source:  Lowcountry Regional MLS #192355 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2026 | Price change | $78,9990% |
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| 11/11/2025 | Price change | $79,000-6% |
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| 10/3/2025 | Price change | $84,000-5.6% |
Source: Lowcountry Regional MLS #192355 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $89,000-5.3% |
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| 7/9/2025 | Price change | $94,000-6% |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $100,000-9.1% |
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| 9/30/2024 | Listing removed | $110,000 |
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| 7/31/2024 | Price change | $110,000-12% |
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| 1/31/2024 | Price change | $125,000-16.7% |
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| 10/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $150,000+87.5% |
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| 9/19/2023 | Sold | $80,000-5.9% |
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| 7/18/2023 | Contingent | $85,000 |
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| 7/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
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| 5/26/2023 | Pending sale | $85,000 |
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| 4/27/2023 | Price change | $85,000-10.5% |
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| 1/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $95,000+6.7% |
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| 6/23/2022 | Sold | $89,000 |
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| 4/1/2022 | Contingent | $89,000 |
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| 2/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $89,000+54.8% |
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| 1/1/2021 | Listing removed | $57,500 |
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| 10/4/2020 | Price change | $57,500-41.9% |
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| 9/19/2019 | Price change | $99,000-33.6% |
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| 6/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $149,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,601 +1627.3% | $5,360 +3473.3% |
| 2022 | $93 +1.4% | $150 |
| 2021 | $91 | $150 |
| 2020 | -- | $150 |
| 2019 | $90 +2.2% | $150 |
| 2018 | $88 -95.9% | $150 |
| 2017 | $2,143 | $150 |
| 2016 | $2,143 | $150 |
| 2015 | $2,143 | $150 |
| 2014 | $2,143 | $150 |
| 2010 | $2,143 +2% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,100 +2.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,056 +5% | $9,000 |
| 2007 | $1,959 | $9,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29920
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10St. Helena Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Lady's Island Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 6/10Beaufort High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
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