Viewing Listing MLS# 22015659

$3,535,000
45 E Bay Street UNIT C
Charleston, SC 29401
  • 2Beds
  • 2Full Baths
  • 1Half Baths
  • 2,855SqFt
  • 1838Year Built
  • 0.00Acres
  • MLS# 22015659
  • Residential
  • Single Family Attached
  • Sold

  • Approx Time on Market1 month, 14 days
  • AreaHistoric Charleston
  • CountyCharleston
  • Subdivision South Of Broad

Overview

This sophisticated penthouse condominium is located in the Somersall-DeSaussure House at 45 East Bay Street. It has been expertly renovated with remarkable details throughout and offers historic Charleston views. A true highlight is the 8` x 80` piazza perfect for dining al fresco and enjoying harbor breezes. Step inside the custom-built domed foyer and you will be delighted by stunning details including built-in bookcases and hardwood floors hand painted by James Alan Smith. The light-filled formal living room boasts Venetian plaster walls, a striking Carrara and Portor marble mantle and harbor views. Plaster moldings and medallions were custom created by David Heuske in the Adam style based on pieces unique to Charleston. A formal dining room is ideal for entertaining showcasing de Gournay wallpaper, mirrorwork by Bob Hines and a gas fireplace with an elegant mantle. The well-appointed kitchen features hand painted tile from Holland, marble countertops and custom cabinetry. The main level primary suite is truly spacious with dual closets and high ceilings. A second-floor studio consists of a bedroom, sitting room, bath and abundant closet space. This unit includes designated driveway parking that can accommodate three cars. Situated prominently on East Bay Street, this beautiful historic condo is ideally located to take advantage of all Charleston has to offer. Available Documents: Flood declarations page 2022, Bylaws of 45 East Bay Street Horizontal Property Regime, Closing Information Sheet, Certificate of Insurance, Master Deed, Floor Plans, Deed of Conservation Easement, Kitchen Door Request for Alteration, Approval to extend replacement of kitchen door, Budget, Mold Inspection, Historic Charleston Foundation Inspection, MLS SCPCD Form, Seller`s Property Condition Disclosure Law Exemptions.



Sale Info

Listing Date: 06-14-2022

Sold Date: 07-29-2022

Aprox Days on Market: 
    1 month(s), 14 day(s)

Listing Sold: 
   3 Year(s), 11 month(s), 5 day(s) ago

Original Asking Price: $3,500,000

Asking Price: $3,500,000

Selling Price: $3,535,000

Price Difference From Original: 
Increase $35,000

Price Difference From Asking: 
Increase $35,000

Agriculture / Farm

Horse:  No

Association Fees / Info

Community Features:  Elevators

Bathroom Info

Halfbaths:  1

Fullbaths:  2

Building Info

Levels:  Multi-Story

Year Built:  1838

Floors:  Wood

Business Info

Rent Control:  No

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Misc Ext:  Porch - Full Front

Pool Private:  No

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  Off Street

Garage:  No

Attached Garage:  No

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Desclocation:  Bath, Bedroom, Dining Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Three +

Interior Features:  Ceiling - Smooth, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining

Fireplace:  Yes

Lot Info

Lot Desc:  Riverview

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.00

Offer Compensation

Other

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  2

Foundation:  Basement

Exterior:  Stucco

New Construction:  No

Roof:  Slate

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

View:  No

Home Warranty:  No

Structure Type:  Condominium

Room Info

Beds:  2

Primary Bedroom Features:  Garden Tub/Shower, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)

Sale / Lease Info

Sold Date:  2022-07-29T00:00:00

Special Features

Sqft Info

Sqft:  2855

Unit Info

Unit:  C

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

Heating:  Yes

Heat:  Heat Pump

Water Sewer:  Public Sewer

Cooling:  Central Air

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  No

Schools

Elem:  Memminger

Middle:  Simmons Pinckney

High:  Burke

Directions

Take East Bay Street Toward The Battery. The Home Will Be On The Right After Tradd Street.

Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC 

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