Primary on Main
Address
3030 Brownell Avenue, Sullivans Island, SC
Price
$ 3,900,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#26010498
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCharleston
- CitySullivans Island
- Area43 - Sullivan's Island
- NeighborhoodMarshall Reservation
- Zip29482
- Style
- Year Built1942
- Price$ 3,900,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage5400
- Lot Size0.58 Acres
Data Source:
Charleston Trident MLS (CTARMLS)
Property Description
3030 Brownell represents one of the most unique and compelling opportunities on Sullivan's Island--where history, engineering, and location converge to create a canvas unlike anything else on the island.Positioned on a half-acre parcel just one block from the beach, the property offers both scale and proximity--an increasingly rare combination in one of the Lowcountry's most sought-after coastal communities.At its core lies a World War II-era concrete bunker, encompassing approximately 5,400 square feet and constructed with 15-foot-thick reinforced concrete walls. Elevated roughly 20 feet above sea level, the structure has already demonstrated extraordinary resilience. Its durability, elevation, and permanence offer a level of structural integrity that would be extraordinarily difficult to replicate today. What makes this offering particularly compelling is the flexibility it presents for a future owner to explore what's possible. The existing structure provides a substantial and highly unique foundation, opening the door for a thoughtful buyer to engage with the Town of Sullivan's Island regarding potential future use, design, or redevelopment of the site. Whether the vision leans toward preserving and enhancing what exists or pursuing a broader architectural concept, the property invites creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking design. Below, the expansive interior lends itself to a wide range of possibilities--whether imagined as a private cinema, wine vault, gallery, wellness space, or secure retreat--creating a space that is as functional as it is unforgettable. For those with the vision to execute, this is not simply a homesite--it is an opportunity to create a landmark property that blends modern coastal living with a piece of American history. Moments from the beach and close to Sullivan's Island's beloved restaurants and gathering places, the lifestyle here is equally refined: morning walks along the shoreline, afternoons on the water, and evenings immersed in the quiet rhythm of island living. Opportunities like this are defined not just by what exists--but by what can be thoughtfully pursued. 3030 Brownell offers a rare chance to create something enduring, distinctive, and entirely your own.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Sullivans Island Elementary School | Laing Middle School | Wando High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/14/2026 | Listed $3,900,000 |
General Features
| County | Charleston |
|---|---|
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Marshall Reservation |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Postal Address Is 3031 Ion Ave. From Ben Sawyer Memorial Bridge Coming Into Sullivans Island Take A Left Onto Jasper Blvd. From There Take A Right Onto Station 30 St And Then Take A Left Onto Ion Ave. |
| High School | Wando |
| City | Sullivans Island |
| MLS Area | 43 - Sullivan's Island |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 25264.8 |
| Elementary School | Sullivans Island |
| Middle/Junior High School | Laing |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | See Remarks |
| Construction Materials | See Remarks |
| Year Built | 1942 |
| New Construction | false |
| Other Structures | No |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One,Other (Use Remarks) |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Detached |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Entry Location | Ground Level |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Lower |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | High Ceilings,Bonus,Other |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Room Type | Bonus,Laundry,Other (Use Remarks) |
| Flooring | Concrete |
Exterior Features
| Lot Size Area | 0.58 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Acres | 0.58 |
| Lot Features | .5 - 1 Acre,High,Ocean View |
| Water Source | Public |
| Foundation Details | Other,Slab |
| Building Area Total | 5400 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 29482
Price
Year Built
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