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Seller's Agent in 2018
Leize Gaillard
William Means Real Estate, LLC
(843) 722-9773
5 in this area
68 Total Sales
22 Legare St Charleston, SC 29401
South of Broad NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $5,513,000 - $7,209,000
5
Beds
7
Baths
5,626
Sq Ft
$1,174/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- 0.73 Acre Lot
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Deck
- 1-minute walk to Shamrock Garden
About This Home
As of June 2018The Charles Elliott House at 22 Legare Street is situated on one of the most prestigious blocks of historic Charleston's coveted South of Broad neighborhood. This grand pre-Revolutionary residence sits upon a double lot (20 and 22 Legare Street) was formerly Town Lot no. 240 of the ''Grand Modell of Charles Town,'' the original plan for the City and first granted in 1694. The home was built circa 1764 by Charles Elliott, a wealthy landowner and noted American patriot. Some records suggest that Elliott's wife, Anne, opened a portion of the home as a war hospital for wounded Revolutionary soldiers. The Elliott's daughter, Jane Riley, who inherited the home in 1783, married celebrated cavalry Coloniel William Washington after the Revolutionary War. While it cannot be confirmed, there is lore surrounding the home indicating that Col. Washington was a relative of George Washington, and, thus, it is possible that President Washington visited his relations at 22 Legare during his time in Charleston in 1791.
The Charles Elliott House is a rare Charleston "Double" houseâ”similar in layout to the well-known Charleston single style, but with a two-room wide floor plan. The home was constructed of black cypress with a masonry foundation. According to The Buildings of Charleston, the home also features masonry fire walls between the main rooms that extend from the cellar to the attic.
The home was built in the Georgian style; however, like many grand homes in Charleston's history, the details show evidence of the evolving tastes of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Noted Robert Stockton in a 1976 News and Courier article about the home, "Twenty-two Legare St. is one of those Charleston structures... in which decoration has conspired to develop a charming blend of styles and influences." Look closely as you walk through the home, and you will see undisturbed examples of various styles of Charleston's architectural history such as Adamsesque mantle woodwork, Gothic Revival archways, and Greek Revival pedimented windows.
Beyond its architectural and historical significance, 22 Legare sits upon a plat of rare and unusual size. At an expansive .73 acres, 22 Legare Street is among the largest residential lots in downtown Charleston. In addition to sprawling front and back lawns and a large in-ground pool, the lot holds a two-story detached garage structure and ample yard space for off-street parking.
The Charles Elliott house has been owned by only five families in its quarter-millenial history, including the current owners whose family purchased the property over fifty years ago. This offering is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to write the next chapter for this iconic address.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Means Real Estate, LLC License #87796 Listed on: 06/21/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $48,948
Year Built
- Built in 1764
Lot Details
- 0.73 Acre Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Privacy Fence
- Brick Fence
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Charleston Architecture
- Slate Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 5,626 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Dual Closets
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
- Screened Patio
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Front Porch
- Stoop
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Courtenay Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- No Heating
Community Details
- South Of Broad Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 21, 2018
Closed on
May 22, 2018
Sold by
Hagerty Barbara S and Gaillard Susan S
Bought by
Ladybird Llc
Seller's Agent
Leize Gaillard
William Means Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Helen Geer
William Means Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$6,525,000
Sold Price
$6,525,000
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
$82,070
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 7, 2018
Sold by
Street Timothy S
Bought by
Hagerty Barbara S and Gaillard Susan S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 25, 2013
Sold by
Street Timothy S and Street Agnes M
Bought by
Street Timothy S and Street Agnes M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2002
Sold by
Street Agnes M
Bought by
Street Timothy S
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladybird Llc | $6,525,000 | None Available | |
| Hagerty Barbara S | -- | None Available | |
| Street Timothy S | -- | -- | |
| Street Timothy S | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/21/2018 06/21/18 | Sold | $6,525,000 | 0.0% | $1,160 / Sq Ft |
| 06/21/2018 06/21/18 | For Sale | $6,525,000 | -- | $1,160 / 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 | $48,948 | $394,960 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $48,948 | $394,960 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $46,410 | $394,960 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $102,189 | $261,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $101,432 | $391,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $106,430 | $391,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $17,284 | $139,040 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $16,530 | $139,040 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $17,113 | $139,040 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $14,879 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Leize Gaillard
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Helen Geer
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Buyer's Agent in 2018
Helen Geer
William Means Real Estate, LLC
(843) 577-6651
10 in this area
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 18017609
APN: 457-16-01-068
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