Daniel Island: before you choose
- Identify DICA, DIPA, or DITA and any additional association.
- Request current dues, transfer charges, budgets, and reserve documents.
- Confirm Club category, enrollment, fees, and transfer terms directly with the Club.
- Check the parcel, flood information, permits, and architectural approvals.
Quick guide updated October 7, 2026 · Daniel Island POA documents
Begin with the parcel and the governing layers
Daniel Island uses a Charleston mailing address and City of Charleston planning and service tools, while parcel and recorded land information is maintained in Berkeley County. Confirm the exact parcel, City jurisdiction, zoning, and available records before applying a broad island description to one property.
Three associations, three property types
The Daniel Island Community Association (DICA) covers single-family and townhome properties south of I-526, plus Parkside Condominiums. The Daniel Island Park Association (DIPA) covers residential property north of I-526, excluding the Oaks. The Daniel Island Town Association (DITA) covers the business district and most multi-family developments, including the Oaks.
Dues and transfer charges vary
The last public fee schedule we found (2021) listed annual assessments plus separate resale, capitalization, community enhancement, and design-review fees, so budget for transfer charges. Those numbers are old; request the current schedule for the property.
Reserve studies exist
The Property Owners’ Association listed 2026 reserve studies for DIPA, DITA, Captains Island, and Fish Camp. Board budgets are approved each fall, and the POA says to email [email protected] for a copy.
Exterior changes need two approvals
Changes may need Daniel Island Architectural Review Board approval in addition to City permits and zoning review.
Identify every association that applies
The Daniel Island Property Owners’ Association publishes governing documents, bylaws, code-enforcement procedures, and zoning guidelines for each association. For the actual home, townhome, condominium, or homesite, request every applicable covenant, budget, reserve study, insurance document, assessment, transfer or closing charge, and maintenance responsibility. A condominium or smaller neighborhood association may add another layer.
Separate community ownership from private-club access
The Daniel Island Club publishes multiple membership categories. Its membership page says Daniel Island Park property owners receive a Social Membership and may have other opportunities, while some categories require enrollment, fees, eligibility, availability, or a prior owner’s qualifying membership. Do not assume that buying on Daniel Island includes golf, sports, pool, fitness, or dining privileges. Verify the location, plan, fees, and transfer terms with the Club.
Parks, rentals, and the highway to the west
- Daniel Island Waterfront Park. The City of Charleston runs the park at 101 River Landing, with a playground, trails, a fishing pier, and Wando River access. The contact is the Citizen Services Desk at 843-724-7311.
- Short-term rentals. The City of Charleston’s permit categories depend on location and building type, permits must be renewed annually, and association rules may add limits. Confirm the category for each address with the City.
- I-526. SCDOT’s Lowcountry Corridor West page describes adding two lanes each direction on I-526 between Paul Cantrell Boulevard and North Rhett Avenue, plus I-26/I-526 interchange work. It shows the project in planning, with construction planned for 2029 to 2039. Note the timeline if commuting matters.
The market at a glance
CTAR reports Daniel Island as MLS Area 77. These figures cover residential closed sales across the island’s home types.
| Measure | What CTAR reported |
|---|---|
| Closed sales, trailing 12 months | 338 (about 28 a month; 30 in August 2026) |
| August 2026 median sold price | $1,555,850 (based on 30 sales) |
| Range of monthly median sold prices | $1,205,812 (Jul 2026) to $2,200,000 (Nov 2025) |
| Active listings | 92 in August 2026, compared with 62 in September 2025 |
| Median list price of active listings, August 2026 | $1,837,950 |
| Average days on market | 46.5 in August 2026; monthly range 21.4 to 52.1 |
| Active listings compared with typical monthly closings | about 3.3 months (EVO arithmetic from the figures above) |
Source: CTAR MLS statistics; MLS Area 77, property type residential. Single-family, townhome, and condominium sales are combined. Monthly medians move with the mix of homes that sold, so treat any single month as a signal, not a value. Not an appraisal or price opinion for any property.
Coastal exposure and renovations
For flood exposure, use the specific address to review available flood information and elevation records, and get a property-specific insurance quote. For a renovation, addition, pool, tree work, or exterior color change, identify both approval paths and request permits, plans, prior approvals, surveys, and completed-work records.
Questions to answer before you choose
- Which association applies (DICA, DIPA, or DITA), and is there a sub-association?
- What are the current dues, transfer and capital charges, and estoppel fee?
- What does the current budget and reserve study show?
- Which county and municipality handle taxes, permits, and services?
- Are Club privileges included, or would you need to enroll?
Common questions
Is Daniel Island in Charleston or Berkeley County?
The island uses a Charleston mailing address and City of Charleston planning tools, while parcel and recorded land information is held in Berkeley County. Confirm the parcel with both.
Do all Daniel Island owners belong to the same association?
No. The POA describes three associations that cover different property types and parts of the island. Ask which one applies.
Are current Daniel Island dues published?
The last public schedule we found was from 2021. Ask the POA for the current schedule and the budget for the property’s association.