$1,675,000 | 4 beds | 3 full baths | 1 half baths | 2,135 sqft
Charleston, SC 29403
- 4Beds
- 3Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 2,135SqFt
- 1955Year Built
- 0.11Acres
- MLS# 25024902
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market4 months, 4 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston - Upper Peninsula
- CountyCharleston
- Subdivision Wagener Terrace
Overview
Step into timeless Charleston living at 79 Hester Street -- a fully reimagined downtown retreat that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, this 2,135 sq. ft. home plus detached 475 sq. ft. guest suite is the rare combination of historic character, new construction quality, and unmatched location.The main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by wide-plank European oak-style flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen pairs beauty and function with a quartz waterfall island (complete with cordless charging inlay), white oak cabinetry, a GE Caf double range + hood, Thermador French door refrigerator, paneled Bosch dishwasher, XO wine cooler, and a full butler's pantry.The primary suite rivals a boutique hotel with its black quartz dual vanity, custom white oak cabinetry, 32.5 sq. ft. shower, and 60-inch Gateway soaking tub. Additional bathrooms impress with Cristallo quartz, floating backlit vanities, and designer fixtures.Dual porches and a gas fireplace create inviting gathering spaces, while curated touches, from built-in shelving and shiplap walls to a preserved 1955 original window, speak to the home's history. Behind the main house, the detached guest suite offers a private haven with a full bath, laundry, and its own gas lanterns, ideal for extended family, visitors, or rental income.Modern conveniences include spray-foam insulation, a dehumidifier system, irrigation landscaping, and custom closets throughout. Outside, the fenced yard and gas lanterns complete the quintessential Charleston aesthetic.Located in the heart of Charleston's peninsula, 79 Hester Street delivers a rare turnkey opportunity: a fully reimagined historic home with designer finishes, luxury appliances, and thoughtful details in every corner.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 09-11-2025
Sold Date: 01-16-2026
Aprox Days on Market:
4 month(s), 4 day(s)
Listing Sold:
4 month(s), 30 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $1,675,000
Asking Price: $1,675,000
Selling Price: $1,600,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $75,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $75,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Levels: Two
Window Features: Window Treatments
Year Built: 1955
Floors: Laminate
Business Info
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Misc Ext: Front Porch
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
Style: Traditional
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Living/Dining Combo, Pantry
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.11
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre, Corner Lot
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.11
Lot Sqft: 4791.6
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick Veneer
Roof: Asphalt
Property Subtype: Yes, Storage, Guest House
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 4
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2026-01-16T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2135
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Heating: Yes
Heat: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Directions
Take I-26 East Toward The Peninsula And Exit Onto Rutledge Avenue. Continue South On Rutledge Through The Wagener Terrace Neighborhood Until You Reach Hester Street. Turn Onto Hester.Courtesy of listing office EXP Realty LLC
MLS# 26010455 
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