$675,000
SOLD SEP 16, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,835 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$368 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • High Ceiling
  • Screened Patio
  • Wood Flooring
  • Front Porch
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome to 5254 E Dolphin Street - a beautifully renovated home in Oak Terrace Preserve, perfectly balancing modern upgrades with warm, inviting spaces. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered to create a home that's as functional as it is stylish.Step inside to a bright, welcoming living room, where a floating electric fireplace with a custom mantle serves as the centerpiece. Flanked by built-in storage, it offers cozy ambiance and practical space for books, media, or decor.The custom-designed dining room is equally impressive, featuring built-in bookcases and bench seating that combine charm, character, and comfort -- perfect for family dinners or hosting friends.At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen boasts new countertops, custom cabinetry,a beautiful custom range hood, eye-catching backsplash, and brand-new appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen you'll enjoy additional storage from the custom designed shelving and cabinets.

The primary suite, located on the main level, offers built-in dresser and bed (which can convey), custom storage in the walk-in closet, and a striking updated ensuite with a tiled walk-in shower. A laundry area and powder room complete the main level.

Upstairs, you'll find a spacious guest room with a walk-in closet, stage, and generous flex space. An additional bedroom and full bath complete the second level. Fresh, cohesive design flows throughout the home with all-new flooring upstairs and down.

Step outside to a large screened porch that's ready to host your friends and family. The storage building, carport, and pavered backyard offer plenty of room for gatherings, and the home enjoys a prime location next to one of the community's HOA-maintained pocket parks.

Major system updates offer peace of mind: new gutters, HVAC replaced in 2020, tankless water heater added in 2022, all new light fixtures, and upgraded switches and receptacles throughout.

From the thoughtfully designed interiors to the vibrant neighborhood, this isn't just a house it's the backdrop for your next chapter.

Oak Terrace Preserve is a sustainable community where all homes are green certified. Neighborhood green spaces and pocket parks set the stage for a vibrant calendar of events, including monthly food trucks, outdoor movie nights, an annual oyster roast/Lowcountry boil, BBQ cook-off, and festive holiday celebrations. Within walking or biking distance to Park Circle and Paradiso Social Club and with quick access to I-526, I-26, the new North Charleston Athletic Complex, Riverfront Park, and Charleston International Airport this home offers the perfect blend of connection and convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Josh Jones

Carolina One Real Estate License #102537 Listed on: 08/13/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Lora Goolsby

Carolina One Real Estate License #86694

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,880

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $71 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Earth Berm
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,835 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Carport
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School
  • Morningside Middle School
  • North Charleston High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

  • Oak Terrace Preserve Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,880

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$71 per month

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Subdivision Name: Oak Terrace Preserve
  • Directions: From I-26, Take Montague Ave Exit East Towards Park Circle. Turn Left Onto Mixson Ave. Turn Left Onto Lackawanna Blvd Into Oak Terrace Perserve And Left Onto E. Dolphin Street. There Is Street Parking To The Right Of The Home, Or Turn Down Alley Behind Home, And There Is Plenty Of Parking Behind The Home.
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Double Oven, Electric Range, Range Hood, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, One
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Lower

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Architectural
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Construction Type: Cement Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Other Structures: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch, Screened
  • Property Condition: Pre-Owned

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Carport, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Association Fee: 425
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: North Charleston Creative Arts
  • High School: North Charleston
  • Middle Or Junior School: Morningside

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4791.6

Green Features

  • Green Building Verification Type: Earth Craft

Tax Info

  • Tax Map Number: 4710900008
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1880

Multi Family

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 13, 2025
Closed on
Sep 15, 2025
Sold by
Hopkins Amber A and Hopkins Anthony W
Bought by
Hester Charles Wesley and Hester Sally
Seller's Agent
Josh Jones
Carolina One Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lora Goolsby
Carolina One Real Estate
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-32.97%
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Outstanding Balance
$540,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$113,740

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 5, 2019
Closed on
Oct 29, 2019
Sold by
Tapia Ricardo
Bought by
Hopkins Anthony W and Adams Amber M
Seller's Agent
Behren Kittrell
Charleston Flat Fee Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mike Cassidy
Carolina One Real Estate
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$315,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.81%
Original Mortgage
$309,294
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 24, 2015
Closed on
Dec 18, 2015
Sold by
Dye Donald Lewis
Bought by
Tapia Ricardo
Seller's Agent
Mike Hillman
AgentOwned Realty Preferred Group
Buyer's Agent
Eric Bickel
BIG Realty, LLC
List Price
$282,000
Sold Price
$282,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.90%
Original Mortgage
$239,700
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2008
Sold by
Charleston Classic Homes Llc
Bought by
Dye Donald Lewis

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,100
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2007
Sold by
City Of North Charleston
Bought by
Charleston Classic Homes Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $675,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $315,000 First American Mortgage Sln
Deed $282,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Limited Warranty Deed $35,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $540,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $309,294 FHA
Previous Owner $239,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,100 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/16/2025 09/16/25 Sold $675,000 0.0% $368 / Sq Ft
08/13/2025 08/13/25 For Sale $675,000 +114.3% $368 / Sq Ft
10/29/2019 10/29/19 Sold $315,000 0.0% $172 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/29/2019 09/29/19 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2019 07/05/19 For Sale $315,000 +11.7% $172 / Sq Ft
12/18/2015 12/18/15 Sold $282,000 0.0% $154 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/18/2015 11/18/15 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2015 09/24/15 For Sale $282,000 -- $154 / Sq Ft
Source: CHS Regional MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,880 $12,600 $0 $0
2023 $1,880 $12,600 $0 $0
2022 $1,817 $12,600 $0 $0
2021 $1,892 $12,600 $0 $0
2020 $1,943 $12,600 $0 $0
2019 $1,759 $11,280 $0 $0
2017 $1,670 $11,280 $0 $0
2016 $4,564 $16,920 $0 $0
2015 $3,670 $13,990 $0 $0
2014 $3,244 $0 $0 $0
2011 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: CHS Regional MLS

MLS Number: 25022226

CHS Regional MLS

APN: 471-09-00-008