Whether you are wanting history, charm, or location, this meticulously maintained home known as ''Cottonwood Cottage'' has it all! Originally built in 1918, this Sullivan's Island beach cottage showcases two of the oldest and most gorgeous trees on the Island. Located on a quiet corner lot, 1 house off the Waterway, this property is located on one of the most sought after streets on Sullivan's. Upon entering this turnkey, elevated home, you are greeted with beautiful hardwood floors balanced with the eloquent colors of Farrow & Ball paint and wallpaper throughout. The Main house features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms all conveniently located on the main level. This well-maintained cottage encapsulates the perfect balance between the classic Sullivan's Island beach home combinedwith modern finishes throughout. The main Living Room features beautiful exposed wood beams combined with the warmth of a fireplace. In addition, the main living space features a beautiful kitchen, dining room, formal living room, two bedrooms that share a bathroom, and the primary suite and ensuite bathroom with a clawfoot tub. When stepping into the backyard, you are greeted with lush new landscaping and sod anchored by a brand new heated pool with both spa and water features. To the rear of the backyard, this home offers a 2-car garage featuring a newly refinished office, additional living room/flex space (potential to become a pool house), as well as ample storage room on the 1st and 2nd floors. The property has just been fully painted on the interior and exterior and all finishes have been updated throughout. New HVAC was installed in 2022. Enjoy the best of Sullivan's Island living at this quintessential beach cottage perfectly positioned close to the beach (within 2 blocks) and popular local restaurants. This is truly a rare opportunity to own a perfectly turnkey single level cottage in a fantastic location!
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$2,886,000
1402 Thompson Ave, Sullivans Island, SC 29482
3beds
2,205sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$3,525,600 Zestimate®
$1,309/sqft
$3,863 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 03, 2025 at 11:19am
Listed by:
The Properties SC, LLC
Bought with:
The Boulevard Company
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 23007019

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,205
- Total interior livable area: 2,205 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground Level
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Lawn Irrigation
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 5230700013
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: SI W/S Comm
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sullivans Island
- Subdivision: Sullivans Island
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Any
Services availability
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