Seller's Agent in 2016
Lyles Geer
William Means Real Estate, LLC
(843) 793-9800
23 in this area
101 Total Sales
37 Meeting St Charleston, SC 29401
South of Broad NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $6,083,517 - $8,218,000
5
Beds
6
Baths
8,384
Sq Ft
$864/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Spa
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Home Theater
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace in Bedroom
About This Home
As of June 2016Built in 1760, the James Simmons House at 37 Meeting Street has remained a prominent icon throughout Charleston's history; it witnessed the Revolutionary War's British Occupation and served as Confederate headquarters under General Pierre Beauregard during the Civil War. Other notable owners include Otis Mills of the famed Mills House, and Governor Robert Gibbes. Today, it is one of the finest restored homes in Charleston, boasting a private-gated entrance off Weims Court, a concealed landscaped garden, graciously sized rooms, updated kitchen and baths, a beautiful wine cellar, and an abundance of handcrafted historic details (from the renowned wrought-iron gate to the beautiful plaster-work). All of this rests on a large, double-lot property covering approximately one-third of an acre.Blending history with modern convenience, no expense was spared during the three-year renovation. This is a unique opportunity to own an exceptional piece of Charleston's history that rarely comes on the market.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Means Real Estate, LLC License #61877 Listed on: 04/25/2016
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $121,971
Year Built
- Built in 1760
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Wood Fence
- Aluminum or Metal Fence
- Irrigation
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Slate Roof
- Copper Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 8,384 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Cellar
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Crawl Space
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Garden Bath
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Courtenay Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- South Of Broad Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2025
Sold by
Smith Melissa
Bought by
Melissa Gail Waldron Smith Inter Vivos Declar and Smith
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 23, 2024
Sold by
Smith Robert
Bought by
Smith Melissa
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 25, 2016
Closed on
Jun 9, 2016
Sold by
Longfield William H
Bought by
Smith Robert and Smith Melissa
Seller's Agent
Lyles Geer
William Means Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Laura Farish
Maison Real Estate
List Price
$7,510,000
Sold Price
$7,510,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.39%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2010
Sold by
Longfield William and Longfield Nancy
Bought by
Longfield William H
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2009
Sold by
Bakker Anthony E and Bakker Linda
Bought by
Longfield William and Longfield Nancy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 18, 2000
Sold by
Shipman Robert R and Shipman Renee S
Bought by
Bakker Anthony E and Bakker Linda
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Gail Waldron Smith Inter Vivos Declar | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Melissa Gail Waldron Smith Inter Vivos Declar | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Smith Melissa | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Smith Robert | -- | -- | |
| Smith Robert | $7,510,000 | -- | |
| Longfield William H | -- | -- | |
| Longfield William H | -- | -- | |
| Longfield William | $7,375,000 | -- | |
| Longfield William | -- | -- | |
| Bakker Anthony E | $2,350,000 | -- | |
| Shipman Renee | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Longfield William | $1,100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/14/2016 06/14/16 | Sold | $7,510,000 | 0.0% | $896 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2016 05/15/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/25/2016 04/25/16 | For Sale | $7,510,000 | -- | $896 / 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 | $121,971 | $429,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $117,720 | $429,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $113,515 | $429,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $112,098 | $429,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $111,268 | $429,340 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $122,523 | $450,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $116,966 | $450,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $34,433 | $286,010 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $35,648 | $286,010 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $33,248 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lyles Geer
-
Laura Farish
L
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Laura Farish
Maison Real Estate
(843) 670-2412
6 in this area
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 16010976
APN: 457-16-02-021
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