NOT LISTED FOR SALE
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,016 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold June 29, 2021

Last sale price $1,230,000 $610 Per Sq Ft

101 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Patio
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cooling Available
  • 3-minute walk to Washington Square Park

About This Home

As of June 2021

This historic, circa 1736 pre-revolutionary charmer in beautiful downtown Charleston offers the perfect location, just steps away from The Battery and famous Broad Street. This gorgeous three story home was once the kitchen house to the famous Jacob Motte home and offers history and charm that can only be found in Charleston. You will feel as though you've stepped back in time as you pass through the private walkway leading to the private gated garden. Walk through the doors to discover the original heart pine flooring throughout that can tell endless stories of the home's history. The owner's suite resides on the second floor wand has an original fireplace, a dressing room, walk-in closet, and a large marble bath with a steam shower.The third floor offers two more bedrooms, one with an original working fireplace with gas logs, and a large updated bath. The views across the Holy City from inside this home are like no other, overlooking steeples, historic rooftops, and First Scots Presbyterian Church. The beautifully updated kitchen features custom cabinetry and top-of-the-line appliances including a Viking cooktop and oven, a new dishwasher, and a Sub Zero refrigerator. The living area showcases another historic showstopper with the home's impressive, original kitchen fireplace. This incredible fireplace has gas logs, spans 9 ft, and includes the original bread box. The living room and the kitchen both offer access to the garden. Wander out into the private courtyard outside the home with lush Charlestonian landscaping, a beautiful fountain, and a garden wall that is the original wall of the old city. This is the perfect spot to unwind and relax and enjoy the Lowcountry lifestyle. This home has custom plantation shutters throughout, a second floor laundry room, low-maintenance block and stucco exterior, a two-zone HVAC system, copper gutters and leaders, and no regime or maintenance fees. This unbelievable home has so much charm and history to offer, so be sure to book your viewing soon!

Interesting historical facts:

-Jacob Motte arrived in Charles Town at the age of 9
-When Jacob was in his 20s, he went into business for himself and became a very successful merchant
-Jacob was very active and respected in the Charleston community and served on the vestry for St. Michael's, St Philip's, and Christ Church as well as serving as a member of the South Carolina Society and the Library Society
-Jacob had 22 children and was the father-in-law to several well-known individuals including Rebecca Brewton Motte, William Drayton, and William Moultrie

*Garden furniture to convey

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Duncan Bradford

The Boulevard Company License #99414 Listed on: 03/03/2021

The Boulevard Company

Co-Listed By

David Rizol

Century 21 Properties Plus

Last Buyer's Agent

Chad Woods

32 South Properties, LLC License #100830

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,272

Year Built

  • Built in 1736

Lot Details

  • 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence

Home Design

  • Slate Roof
  • Masonry
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,016 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Memminger Elementary School
  • Courtenay Middle School
  • Burke High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • South Of Broad Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,272

Year Built

Built in 1736

Lot Details

2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1736
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Attached
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Co List Office Phone: 843-619-0405
  • Subdivision Name: South of Broad
  • Directions: South Of Broad On Meeting Street. Turn East On Tradd To 61.5.
  • Unit Levels: 3 Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Gas Log, Living Room, Other (Use Remarks), Three
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling - Smooth, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Living, Living/Dining Combo, Other (Use Remarks)
  • Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Upper

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Slate
  • Fencing: Fence - Metal Enclosed
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Construction Type: Block/Masonry, Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Property Condition: Pre-Owned

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Memminger
  • High School: Burke
  • Middle Or Junior School: Courtenay

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2178
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7271.63
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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/29/2021 06/29/21 Sold $1,230,000 -5.0% $610 / Sq Ft
06/13/2021 06/13/21 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2021 03/03/21 For Sale $1,295,000 -8.2% $642 / Sq Ft
09/18/2015 09/18/15 Sold $1,410,000 0.0% $353 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/19/2015 08/19/15 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2015 03/16/15 For Sale $1,410,000 -- $353 / Sq Ft
Source: CHS Regional MLS

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 -- $0 $0 $0
2023 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: CHS Regional MLS

MLS Number: 21005476

CHS Regional MLS

APN: 458-13-01-003

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