Seller's Agent in 2023
Lois Lane
Lois Lane Properties
(843) 270-2797
10 in this area
105 Total Sales
55 Society St Unit D Charleston, SC 29401
Charleston City Market NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,729,000 - $2,307,306
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,090
Sq Ft
$960/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Balcony
- 1 Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- 1-minute walk to Courtenay Square
About This Home
As of May 202355 Society was constructed between 1840 - 1842 as The High School of Charleston. Designed by the famed Charleston architect, Edward Brickell White, the structure is classic revival in design with six massive Corinthian columns supporting the portico. White also designed numerous churches and public buildings throughout Charleston and other South Carolina cities. The building was rehabilitated into 4 luxury condominiums in the 1980's featuring 13 foot ceilings and original heart pine flooring. Apartment D occupies the second and third floor of the building on the western corner. The main level features a foyer, library, living/dining room with mantled fireplace, powder room and kitchen with breakfast area. Both the dining area and the breakfast area open to a private balcony.On the second floor is the primary bedroom with private bathroom and walk in closet. The additional two bedrooms share a bathroom. There is generous closet space and access to attic storage.
Recent improvements include renovated kitchen with stainless appliances and remodeled bathrooms on the second floor. Most systems, plumbing and appliances have been replaced in the past few years. There are two off-street parking spaces in the back.
Dining, breakfast area and library light fixtures do not convey.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,154
Year Built
- Built in 1840
Lot Details
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Brick Fence
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,090 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Front Porch
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Courtenay Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- Ansonborough Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2022
Sold by
Vanrickland Clary Van
Bought by
Hayes Christian L
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 1999
Sold by
Werrell James M Werrell Eloise G
Bought by
Clary Van Rickland and Clary Betsy Jane
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Christian L | $1,635,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Clary Van Rickland | $442,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2023 05/01/23 | Sold | $1,635,000 | -3.5% | $782 / Sq Ft |
| 03/23/2023 03/23/23 | Price Changed | $1,695,000 | -5.6% | $811 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2023 02/17/23 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $859 / 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 | $27,971 | $65,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $27,971 | $65,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,920 | $24,080 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,064 | $24,080 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,179 | $24,080 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,791 | $20,680 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,692 | $22,680 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,579 | $22,680 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,667 | $22,680 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,488 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lois Lane
-
Charles Sullivan
C
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Charles Sullivan
Carriage Properties LLC
(843) 367-8807
6 in this area
138 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 23003579
APN: 458-01-03-117
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