7 Gibbes Street was totally renovated in 2007. Local, renowned architect, Glenn Keys, Engineer-Eddie Porcher and Builder-Todd Poore transformed 7 Gibbes St into the beautiful home you see today. The exterior of this home exudes historic charm, while the inside features all modern conveniences. This home was gutted to the stud walls, the foundation was redone, the crawl space sealed & dehumidified. All new water, gas & waste lines were installed. The entire slate roof was removed, the substrate repaired & sealed, & the gorgeous salvaged slate re-installed. The new roof (over dining & master bath) is standing seam copper. Off street parking features a driveway with brick edging & entry columns. The yard was professionally designed & landscaped & includes an irrigation system with timer, lighting with timer & fountain. The original windows were repaired & resealed. Where there are new windows they are Marvin, insulated glass, DP rated & have impact glass where operable shutters were not feasible. (Operable shutters were installed where feasible.) New walnut floors were installed throughout the living areas, with marble floors in the baths and showers. The countertops & back splash in the kitchen are marble, as well as both full baths. APPLIANCES: Sub Zero Refrigerator & separate Two Drawer Freezer. Wolf brand Gas Cook Top, Wall Oven & Microwave, Bosch Dishwasher,Dacor Exhaust Fan, Front Loading Whirlpool Washer & Dryer, the Duet Series. The plumbing fixtures are all new & are Kohler & Grohe. The HVAC - 2 split systems (Trane)with dehumidistat control. The wiring is 300 amp, underground service). New lighting fixtures were installed inside & out as well as a security system, audio system(master, living, dining, den & kitchen)CATV & data ports throughout. Last, but not least, all 4 fireplaces were completely rebuilt and are operable for either gas or wood. The chimneys above the roof line were completely rebuilt. No expense was spared and anything that could be salvaged from the original home is in use. The first floor features a light filled den, living room, separate dining, powder room, gourmet kitchen and laundry. The private front porch is accessible from the den and kitchen area. There are two fireplaces on this level, one in both the den and family room. The second floor boasts the master suite with walk-in closet, windows overlooking the historic street scape, a fireplace and to die for master bath with a soaking tub, separate shower and dual vanities.There are two more spacious bedrooms on this level that share a charming bath. 7 Gibbes is location on one of Charlestons most coveted, quiet streets. This property is part of two-property Horizontal Property Regime. There is no annual fee. Each property has its own TMS #, water and power meters. There is a master insurance policy, with 7 Gibbes St paying 2/3 and 7 1/2 Gibbes St paying 1/3. Property taxes and insurance are billed to each owner individually. HOA Dox are in the MLS document section
Listing Date: 04-16-2014
Sold Date: 07-28-2014
Aprox Days on Market: 
3 month(s), 11 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
11 Year(s), 10 month(s), 26 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $1,339,000
Asking Price: $1,396,500
Selling Price: $1,339,000
Price Difference From Original:
Same as Original Price
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $57,500
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 2
Levels: Two
Year Built: 1790
Floors: Other, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Partial, Privacy
Misc Ext: Porch - Full Front
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
Pool Private: No
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room, Other (Use Remarks), Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Formal Living, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.00
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Copper, Slate
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2014-07-28T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Sqft: 2233
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Electric
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office Dunes Properties of Chas Inc