$1,925,000 | 3 beds | 3 full baths | 1 half baths | 2,812 sqft
Charleston, SC 29401
- 3Beds
- 3Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 2,812SqFt
- 1730Year Built
- 0.09Acres
- MLS# 16012366
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market1 year, 1 month, 19 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- Subdivision South Of Broad
Overview
The Edgar Wells House, circa 1730, is among the earliest datable dwellings outside the former walled city and a precursor to the standard Charleston single house. In the 1780s, the home was owned and occupied by Dr. George Hahnbaum, physician to the German fusiliers and later a founder of the Medical Society of South Carolina. Rich in history, the trajectory of a cannon ball can even be traced through the timbers of the house. This property was rated by This Is Charleston as ""Valuable to the City."" The foyer is flanked on the left by a stunning formal living room and on the right by the dining room. Through the dining space is an eat-in kitchen featuring heart pine cabinets and large center island. The light filled family room with built-in bookcase and windows galore looks onto thegarden patio, the perfect setting for entertaining. Completing this level is the laundry room and a powder room.The second floor boasts a beautiful master suite with fireplace, dual closets and a fantastic master bath with dual vanities, shower and soaking tub. Also on this floor is a large study and guest bath. The third floor also contains two additional guest bedrooms and bath. In the last five years there has been a complete kitchen renovation, new HVAC and hot water heater installation.King Street is one of the most historic and well-known areas in Charleston with shopping, art galleries and fantastic restaurants. Come explore this perfect South of Broad location and experience the luxury of downtown living at 52 King Street. This property has an interior and exterior easement with the Historic Charleston Foundation.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 05-09-2016
Sold Date: 06-29-2017
Aprox Days on Market:
1 Year(s), 1 month(s), 19 day(s)
Listing Sold:
8 Year(s), 11 month(s), 25 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,400,000
Asking Price: $1,925,000
Selling Price: $1,820,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $580,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $105,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Levels: 3 Stories
Window Features: Window Treatments
Year Built: 1730
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Privacy, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
Pool Private: No
Style: Charleston Single
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Bedroom, Dining Room, Gas Connection, Gas Log, Living Room, Other (Use Remarks), Three +, Wood Burning
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Formal Living, Separate Dining, Study
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.09
Lot Sqft: 3920.399999
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Asphalt
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2017-06-29T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2812
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Heating: Yes
Heat: Forced Air
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
Head South On King Street From Broad Street. Home Is On The Left Past Tradd.Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC
MLS# 26011367 
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