Charleston, SC 29401
- 4Beds
- 4Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 4,266SqFt
- 1809Year Built
- 0.20Acres
- MLS# 16016564
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market3 months, 7 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- SubdivisionFrench Quarter
Overview
Beautiful Georgian Townhouse built in 1809 by James Huston, the son-in-law of Alexander Calder who once owned this parcel and the Planters Inn where the Dock Street Theatre now resides. James Huston lived and worked as a merchant tailor in this property until his death in 1824. The 3 story masonry townhouse includes the original ""tailor shop"" with commercial door on Church Street and the original terra cotta tile fireplace while the upper floors and back portion make up the beautiful original residence. This property boasts one of the most beautiful drawing rooms in Charleston with ornate Neoclassical moldings and original gilded medallions on the first and second floors. Beautiful Adams architecture is seen throughout the home as exemplified in the symmetrical doorways and fireplaces.This category 2 home has been lovingly restored and renovated with all the modern conveniences and includes a beautiful carriage house sitting amidst a formal 2 room, lush garden. The lovely urban residence and garden have been featured in many publications such as SOUTHERN LIVING, CHARLESTON ENTERTAINS, AND CHARLESTON GARDENS. An attached garage to the carriage house gives way to the beautiful cobbled stoned street in the French Quarter. Samuel Gaillard Stoney classified this residence as ""Buildings Considered Valuable"" to the City of Charleston in his book, THIS IS CHARLESTON. Your neighbors include the Dock Street Theatre, St. Phillips Cathedral, The French Hugenot Church and the Oldest residence in Charleston, The Pink House. The location is ideal to walk to Restaurants, Art Galleries, Museums, Theaters. Ample off-street parking. Historic Charleston Facade Easement. Seller is Licensed Broker. The following items are excluded: Dining Room sconces, Drawing Room chandelier, Second Floor Landing chandelier, Soldier sconces, Master Bedroom chandelier, Mirror in Master bedroom, Dancing Girl sculpture in Garden.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 06-20-2016
Sold Date: 09-28-2016
Aprox Days on Market: 
3 month(s), 7 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
7 Year(s), 7 month(s), 7 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,999,000
Asking Price: $2,999,000
Selling Price: $2,910,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $89,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $89,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 4
Building Info
Levels: 3 Stories
Year Built: 1809
Floors: Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Brick
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
Pool Private: No
Style: Charleston Single
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: 1 Car Garage, Off Street
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Three, Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Dining, Study
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.20
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.20
Lot Sqft: 8712
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Block/Masonry
New Construction: No
Roof: Asbestos Shingle, Copper
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Room Info
Beds: 4
Primary Bedroom Features: Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2016-09-28T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 4266
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Forced Air
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
Headed East On Broad, Turn Left Onto Church Street, Home Is On The Left. Garage Is Off Chalmers Street.Courtesy of listing office Handsome Properties, Inc.