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    70 Helmlys Rd Bluffton, SC 29909

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    For Sale
    $27,000,000

    Land/Lots - Bluffton, SC

    Days on Market:
    101
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 30 at 2:06 pm

    Property Features for 70 Helmlys Rd

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active

    Building Details

    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    The Patterson Group

    Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty (843) 723-7150

    Listing agent The Donaldson Group (843) 836-3900

    Listing date Oct 22, 2025

    MLS# 502303 Listing URL

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Waterfront Land on Okatie River

    This estate, comprised of two parcels totaling approximately 75 acres, is located along the salt marshes of the Okatie River. The property features over 3,000 linear feet of deepwater and marsh frontage. The land offers northeastern exposure, welcoming the sunrise across tidal creeks. The landscape includes live oaks draped in Spanish moss. This property offers the opportunity to create a private estate or family compound. Situated in Bluffton, the land balances accessibility and privacy. It is located moments from Bluffton's historic district, fine dining, and community. The property's conservation potential offers the chance to preserve a piece of the Lowcountry's natural and cultural fabric by safeguarding its maritime forests, tidal creeks, and riverfront. The Okatie River once served as a vital waterway for early settlers and Native tribes. The estate offers possibilities for the future in the form of a private retreat, a family legacy, or a conservation masterpiece.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Land

    Suggested Use

    Skin Care Clinic HVAC Service Dry Cleaner

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Bluffton
    County
    Beaufort
    State
    South Carolina
    Longitude
    -80.9056726
    Latitude
    32.3188189

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Land - 75-acre waterfront estate with 3,000+ feet of frontage.
    Where is this land located?
    The property is located at 70 Helmlys Rd Bluffton, SC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $27,000,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Approximately 75 acres with over 3,000 feet of deepwater and marsh frontage on the Okatie River.; - Rare opportunity to create a private estate or family compound.; - Sweeping northeastern exposure provides breathtaking sunrise views.
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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Cap approach

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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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