Fort Sumter House 1 King St Unit 503 Charleston, SC 29401
South of Broad Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
514
Sq Ft
479
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Waterfront
- Evaporated cooling system
- In Ground Pool
- Balcony
- 3-minute walk to White Point Garden
About This Home
As of May 2025Located on the 5th floor of the infamous Fort Sumter House this 1 bedroom 1 bath condo has a very usable balcony overlooking the Ashley River and its beautiful sunsets, rooftops and church steeples of Downtown Charleston. The Fort Sumter House was built in 1923 and sits in one of the most premier locations in Charleston. Overlooking White Point Gardens which was laid out with pathways sheltered by beautiful live oaks and complete with a gazebo where many a wedding has been performed at the famous Battery of Charleston. The building was originally built as a hotel featuring a waterfront restaurant and grand ballroom where many a Charleston wedding reception was held, including this agent's 2 aunts back in the '60's. In the late '70's it was redeveloped as luxury condominiums.This condo is in need of a complete renovation. It's someone's chance to turn this into a premier home again in a location you can't replicate. The building has undergone major renovation in the last few years and is set to retain its historic place as one of the most important addresses in Charleston.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Lois Lane Properties License #27181 Listed on: 02/01/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,658
Year Built
- Built in 1975
Lot Details
- Waterfront
HOA Fees
- $1,087 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Built-Up Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 514 Sq Ft Home
- Smooth Ceilings
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Carpet
- Crawl Space
- Electric Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Courtenay Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Evaporated cooling system
- Heating Available
Community Details
Overview
- High-Rise Condominium
- Fort Sumter House Subdivision
- 7-Story Property
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Community Storage Space
- Elevator
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 1, 2025
Closed on
May 12, 2025
Sold by
Clover Fork Coal Company Llc
Bought by
Demmer William and Demmer Linda
Seller's Agent
Ruthie Smythe
Lois Lane Properties
Buyer's Agent
Katelyn Gilardi
Coastal Kate Real Estate LLC
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-14.07%
Views
158
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
140.89%
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $580,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Sold | $580,000 | -10.8% | $1,128 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | Price Changed | $650,000 | -3.7% | $1,265 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2025 02/01/25 | For Sale | $675,000 | +35.0% | $1,313 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2022 04/28/22 | Sold | $500,000 | +14.9% | $973 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2022 03/28/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/23/2022 03/23/22 | For Sale | $435,000 | -- | $846 / Sq Ft |
Source: CHS Regional MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,658 | $30,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,477 | $16,580 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $4,422 | $16,580 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,390 | $16,580 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,015 | $14,420 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,838 | $14,420 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,714 | $14,420 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,547 | $14,420 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,055 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ruthie Smythe
R
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ruthie Smythe
Lois Lane Properties
(843) 729-1290
11 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Katelyn Gilardi
K
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Katelyn Gilardi
Coastal Kate Real Estate LLC
(843) 580-1605
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Ruthie Ravenel
Seller's Agent in 2022
Ruthie Ravenel
Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty
(843) 696-8858
26 in this area
174 Total Sales
About Fort Sumter House
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 25002609
APN: 457-16-03-094
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