$2,295,000 | 5 beds | 3 full baths | 1 half baths | 3,599 sqft
Charleston, SC 29401
- 5Beds
- 3Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 3,599SqFt
- 1920Year Built
- 0.12Acres
- MLS# 16016538
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market10 months, 12 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- Subdivision South Of Broad
Overview
The Harriett Porcher Simons House was constructed in 1920 and designed by Albert Simons for his family. The home is named for his wife, Harriett, who was the founder of the League of Women Voters in South Carolina. The front facade of this five-bedroom brick house appears to follow a traditional Charleston single house plan, however a side facing T provides an entry porch and alters the essential single house form.Through the front door you will be greeted by a spacious screened in porch with access to the foyer, formal dining room and backyard. The entrance is flanked on the right by the formal living room at the front of the home and on the left by the dining room featuring a stunning Schonbek chandelier. Both spaces feature gas fireplaces adorned by Absolute marble. The renovatedeat-in kitchen is a chef's dream designed by Eddie Fava. This space is truly expansive, boasting custom mahogany cabinets, a large central island and SubZero and Wolf appliances. Also on the first floor you will find a cozy den, butler's pantry with wet bar and powder room. The second floor master suite is truly a delight with multiple closets and en-suite bath with dual sinks, soaking tub and shower. The spacious sunroom, located above the first floor porch, features brand new custom windows. Also on this level are two charming bedrooms and a guest bath. Take the stairs to the third floor where there are two more spacious bedrooms, bathroom and laundry area with sink.Outside is a beautiful brick courtyard and garden designed by landscape architect, Sheila Wertimer. This is the perfect place for outdoor entertaining with ample space to build a pool. 84 South Battery offers true comfort, seamlessly blending historic details with modern conveniences and perfectly exemplifying the Charleston lifestyle. The annual flood insurance is $2,891. The monthly average electric bill is $386. The monthly average water bill including irrigation is $117.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 06-20-2016
Sold Date: 05-03-2017
Aprox Days on Market:
10 month(s), 12 day(s)
Listing Sold:
9 Year(s), 1 month(s), 20 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,295,000
Asking Price: $2,295,000
Selling Price: $2,075,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $220,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $220,000
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: 1920
Floors: Marble, Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Brick, Wrought Iron, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
Misc Ext: Covered
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: Gas Connection, Gas Log, Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.12
Lot Desc: Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.12
Lot Sqft: 5227.2
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick Veneer
New Construction: No
Roof: Asphalt, Copper
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 5
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2017-05-03T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 3599
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Forced Air
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Attic Fan
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
South Battery Between Lenwood And Limehouse Streets.Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC
MLS# 26009290 
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