Seller's Agent in 2022
Richard Callari
Birchin Lane Realty Advisors, LLC
(954) 658-9792
6 in this area
18 Total Sales
217 Ashley Ave Charleston, SC 29403
Cannonborough-Elliotborough NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,551,000 - $4,782,000
5
Beds
5
Baths
5,056
Sq Ft
$781/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Carriage House
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- 5-minute walk to Shiloh Park
About This Home
As of October 2022217 Ashley Avenue is a remarkable urban estate with a rich and storied past that once spanned all the way to the Ashley River and continues to be a spectacular example of Charleston's unique culture and architecture. A Georgian style Charleston Double (listed as one of Charleston's Notable Homes) was originally built by Adam Tunno, a successful merchant in colonial Charleston. Tunno, a delegate to the First Continental Congress and known in South Carolina as the ''King of the Scotts'', was a partner in the mercantile firm Tunno & Blalock. Adam Tunno married Margaret Bettingall. She, and their daughters, inherited the property upon Adam Tunno's death in 1832.Purchasing the property in 2005 the present owners spent almost a full year designing and renovating it to its current blend of historical integrity while offering all the comforts and conveniences of a modern home.
The architecture presents a stately appearance as one approaches the home. A phenomenal front porch beckons you down the granite front walkway through the lush landscaping. Entering the Tunno-Bettingall House through the foyer, the hand painted stained glass windows reach from the old heart pine floors to the 12-foot ceilings.
Choose from one of two options: the gathering room to the right - with its delightful bay windows, moldings, original sliding pocket doors, original Cornelius gasolier lights (electrical now) and working marble fireplaces, or the living room to the left.
Passing through the foyer into the stair hall your eye will be drawn to the magnificent, curved mahogany staircase as you proceed to the dining room and library.
The dining room is built for entertaining. The stunning original heart pine floors are a perfect complement to the stunning fireplace.
The library's working gas fireplace and ornate double crown molding provide the perfect setting in which to enjoy an aperitif or a glass of fine Scotch in honor of the original owner - or simply to relax and unwind with a good book.
The kitchen features an open floor plan with gorgeous marble floors, custom cabinetry with stone countertops plus all the features a chef could desire, such as; 48 Inch Viking gas range with a 60 inch hood with warmer, Dacor double wall electric ovens, Subzero tempered glass refrigerator and two Bosch low noise dishwashers. When you, or your guests, want a cocktail or glass of wine the custom bar lies just off the kitchen. The bar, constructed of heart pine wood reclaimed from the Tunno-Bettingall House itself, contains wood and glass cabinets, a copper sink, ice maker & two Subzero wine refrigerators (two climate zones) with drawers. A full bathroom is conveniently located just off the bar.
Heading up the curved mahogany staircase, you will find four bedrooms with three full bathrooms.
The master suite is spacious and incorporates a number of custom elements. The en suite bathroom a custom Jacuzzi-style shower, separate vanities and a single water closet with a reclaimed exterior hardwood door from a period home in the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Expect to be visited by friends and family often after they've stayed in the guest room which is really an expansive second master bedroom with en suite access to the bathroom.
The third and fourth bedrooms -both with two closets - are configured Jack and Jill style with access to a shared bathroom.
Rounding out the second floor of the home is a large laundry room with storage.
During Colonial times the kitchens were built set off separately from the main house to prevent kitchen fires from burning the entire home down. The Tunno-Bettingall House retains its original kitchen house with its original brick floors and true shiplap walls. The Kitchen House is now equipped with a full bedroom and bath, kitchen and living space which provides a number of options for its use; guest house, potentially an accessory dwelling unit short term rental (provided the buyer lives on the property) or as a pool house. The property is large enough to house a beautiful swimming pool, a massive 1,900 gallon twin waterfall koi pond and a delightful parterre with a bricked column entrance emblazoned with lion heads.
The gated motor court can comfortably accommodate five vehicles.
Situated in the heart of the historic Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood, 217 Ashley Avenue is a perfectly positioned urban estate located on Ashley Avenue at its intersection with Cannon Street. The central location means Charleston's world-renowned restaurants, shopping, and the exciting nightlife are just a short walk away.
This property is zoned DR-2F within the short term rental overlay district, allowing for additional density of up to eight residential units on the property, additionally bed and breakfast/ short term rental may be permitted if the property is owner occupied.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Birchin Lane Realty Advisors, LLC License #93564 Listed on: 09/09/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,005
Year Built
- Built in 1805
Lot Details
- 0.33 Acre Lot
- Privacy Fence
- Brick Fence
Home Design
- Carriage House
- Colonial Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Villa
- Raised Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 5,056 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Central Vacuum
- Tray Ceiling
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Double Master Bedroom
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 5 Full Bathrooms
- Garden Bath
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Parking
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Pond
- Balcony
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Front Porch
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Courtenay Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- Cannonborough Elliotborough Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 9, 2022
Closed on
Oct 17, 2022
Sold by
Robert J Lowe Jr Trust
Bought by
Wilson Harry Cooper and Wilson Mary Mcfadden
Seller's Agent
Richard Callari
Birchin Lane Realty Advisors, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Trey Morrison
The Exchange Company, LLC
List Price
$2,600,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
7.69%
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,146,370
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.89%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,450,618
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,297,266
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 2005
Sold by
Keleher John L and Del Rosario Leonard D
Bought by
The Robert J Lowe Jr Trust and The Gwendolyn M Lowe Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Harry Cooper | $2,800,000 | -- | |
| The Robert J Lowe Jr Trust | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wilson Harry Cooper | $1,500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2022 10/14/22 | Sold | $2,800,000 | +7.7% | $554 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2022 09/11/22 | For Sale | $2,600,000 | 0.0% | $514 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2022 09/11/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/09/2022 09/09/22 | For Sale | $2,600,000 | -- | $514 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,031 | $112,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $14,031 | $112,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $4,766 | $39,840 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,005 | $39,840 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $5,194 | $39,840 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,573 | $34,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $4,410 | $36,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $4,461 | $36,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,615 | $36,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,932 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Trey Morrison
The Exchange Company, LLC
(843) 697-6849
4 in this area
95 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 22023751
APN: 460-11-04-080
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