52 Laurens Street

Charleston, SC 29401

$2,775,000
Price
8
Beds
6
Baths
4,151 Sq. Ft.
$669 / Sq. Ft.
4,151
Sq. Ft.
$669
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This south-facing, Adamesque three-story home was built in 1796 by merchant William Austin,on land leased from General Gadsden, a Revolutionary hero andmaritime import/export magnate. Incredible opportunity to own a historic mansion in infamous Ansonborough. One of the most beautiful streets in downtown Charleston, a couple blocks from the shopping/restaurants on Market and King. The property currently has 4/5 apartments to include 3bd/2bth, 1bd/1bth, 1bd/1bth, 2bd/1bth and a kitchen house with 1bd/1bth...This south-facing, Adamesque three-story home was built in 1796 by merchant William Austin,on land leased from General Gadsden, a Revolutionary hero andmaritime import/export magnate. Incredible opportunity to own a historic mansion in infamous Ansonborough. One of the most beautiful streets in downtown Charleston, a couple blocks from the shopping/restaurants on Market and King. The property currently has 4/5 apartments to include 3bd/2bth, 1bd/1bth, 1bd/1bth, 2bd/1bth and a kitchen house with 1bd/1bth and huge cellar, the length of the kitchen house with a historic brick bread warmer. 52 Laurens can also be transitioned back to its original single family home. There are 4 off street parking spaces with with additional backyard space for more parking and/or pool. This property is unique as it boasts a large private front yard to enjoy from the huge sweeping double front 12 ft piazzas with eight 10 foot double front porch doors to allow in extensive natural sunlight. 12 foot Ceilings offer generous space with the original crown moldings and 5 fireplaces. Come experience the enrichment and warmth of this incredible home with views of the Ravenel bridge and endless steeples from the second and third floors. This is an incredible opportunity to own a piece of historical Charleston Charm.
  1. Listed by Coastal Point Real Estate

Property Details for 52 Laurens Street

Subdivision Name
Ansonborough
LISTING UPDATED: 11/10/2024 07:22 PM

Property Details for 52 Laurens Street

StatusActive
MLS #24028139
Days on Market13
Taxes$16,349 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Attached
Year Built1680
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
CountyCharleston County

Building Information for 52 Laurens Street

Stories3Residences4Year Built1680Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

Property Information for 52 Laurens Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.786054
  • Longitude: -79.930448
  • Directions: East Bay, Right On Laurens, House On Right
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4580101013
School Information
  • Elementary School: Memminger
  • High School: Burke
  • Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: None
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport YN: False
  • Covered Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4151.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre, High
  • Other Structures: Yes, Other
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Structure Type: Quadruplex
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • Photos Count: 79
  • Photo Rights: I own the photos or have the right to use: Yes
  • Assumable: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Charleston Water Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Levels: 3 Stories
  • Stories: 3
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch, Porch - Full Front
  • Community Features: Trash
  • Construction Materials: Block/Masonry, Masonite
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Roof: Metal

Property History for 52 Laurens Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Schools near 52 Laurens Street

This home is within Charleston 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Memminger Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public6 to 8

Burke High School
Public9 to 12

Buist Academy
Public3 to 8

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52 Laurens Street is a townhouse for sale in Charleston, SC 29401. This property was listed for sale on November 6, 2024 by Coastal Point Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,775,000. This listing's school district is Charleston 01 School District. Nearby schools include Memminger Elementary School, Simmons Pinckney Middle School and Burke High School. 52 Laurens Street is a 8-bed, 6-bath, 4,151 sqft townhouse built in 1680.

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