$825,000
SOLD SEP 19, 2025

121 Congress St N York, SC 29745

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,318 Sq Ft
118,919 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$155 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

138 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Mud Room
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Moore Park

About This Home

As of September 2025

Experience the timeless charm and character of owning a piece of history. Nestled on nearly 3 private acres in the heart of York's Historic District, this iconic home offers more than just square footage—it offers a lifestyle. Stroll under century-old trees, garden in sun-dappled spaces, or simply relax on one of the grand porches as life slows down around you. With its architectural details, high ceilings, handcrafted finishes, and rich history, every room tells a story. Enjoy the rare blend of historic elegance and modern updates, with plenty of room to spread out both inside and out. Whether you dream of hosting garden parties, creating a private retreat, or investing in a legacy property, this home invites you to live with intention and grace. Historic living, generous land, and timeless beauty—this is more than a home; it’s a way of life. All fireplaces closed and sold as-is.Lot 0700212023-0.44ac included. Ask for video tour.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carolyn Partin

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lake Wylie Brokerage Email: carolyn.partin@allentate.com License #92397 Listed on: 03/28/2025

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lake Wylie

Last Buyer's Agent

Sherry Avant

Stephen Cooley Real Estate License #95790

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1852

Lot Details

  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Additional Parcels
  • Property is zoned B1

Parking

  • Shared Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar Fridge
  • Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry in Utility Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Parquet
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Schools

  • Cottonbelt Elementary School
  • York Intermediate
  • York Comprehensive High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • Historic District Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 070-02-12-020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1852

Lot Details

2.73 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1852
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review,Historical,Other - See Remarks
  • Restrictions Description: The home is listed on the SC National Register of Historic Properties and part of the historic district of the City of York. City of York CONSTRUCTION DESIGN STANDARDS available upon request
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 155.13
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: carolyn.partin@allentate.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Parquet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Other, Built-in Features, Drop Zone, Entrance Foyer
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 3374
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1944
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5318
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Living Area: 5318
  • Bedroom Main: 2

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Construction Type: Brick Partial, Stone, Wood
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Wrap Around

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Shared Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Utility Room
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless, Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: York Intermediate
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Open Lot, Private, Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 070-02-12-020
  • Plat Book Slide: 1612/310
  • Additional Parcels Description: 070-02012-023
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Zoning Specification: B1

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Cottonbelt
  • High School: York Comprehensive

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
Sep 19, 2025
Sold by
Morris Family Trust and Morris Richard G
Bought by
Bret M Garretson Revocable Trust and Angela M Garretson Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Partin
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Lake Wylie
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Avant
Stephen Cooley Real Estate
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-2.83%
Views
124
Current Estimated Value
$832,878

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,878
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.46%
Original Mortgage
$825,000
Outstanding Balance
$824,179
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$31,776

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 29, 2024
Sold by
Morris Richard G and Morris Tina M
Bought by
Morris Family Trust and Morris

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2018
Sold by
Scott William Moore and Scott William M
Bought by
Morris Richard G and Morris Tina M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2015
Sold by
Estate Of Helen Moore Scott
Bought by
Scott William Moore
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $825,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed $275,000 None Available
Deed Of Distribution -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $825,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $255,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Sold $825,000 -2.8% $155 / Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2025 03/28/25 For Sale $849,000 -- $160 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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
2025 $3,550 $13,055 $990 $12,065
2024 $3,066 $11,352 $1,520 $9,832
2023 $3,107 $11,352 $1,520 $9,832
2022 $3,124 $11,352 $1,520 $9,832
2021 -- $10,545 $1,520 $9,025
2020 $2,863 $10,545 $0 $0
2019 $3,090 $10,580 $0 $0
2018 $2,241 $15,870 $0 $0
2017 $2,117 $7,840 $0 $0
2016 $2,101 $7,840 $0 $0
2014 $1,640 $11,760 $2,280 $9,480
2013 $1,640 $8,420 $1,520 $6,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4235428

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 0700212020

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