$1,550,000
SOLD FEB 18, 2021
4 Beds
2 Baths
3,684 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$421 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

214 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • No Heating
  • 3-minute walk to Washington Square Park

About This Home

As of July 2022

Rare opportunity to own one of Charleston's most historic office buildings! Built in 1811, the original Union Insurance Company Building presents an ideal live-work opportunity for any professional who enjoys this lively city. This fantastic French Quarter location is walkable to all that Downtown Charleston has to offer, including a host of popular eateries, parks, entertainment venues and more. This building is adorned by original wood floors, tall windows that allow ample natural light throughout, lovely exposed brick walls and detailed moldings that together wrap this office and potential home in Southern charm. The current owner operated a successful law-firm at this location for many years, and has outfitted the layout with a private reception area, his and her bathrooms.a kitchenette, a board room and several offices on both the first and second floors. Several wood-burning fireplaces add warmth and character to the spaces as do thoughtfully placed built-in bookcases in the library and ornate crown moldings in what might become the master bedroom. Architectural plans included with the sale have been created to offer actionable inspiration. This space holds limitless possibilities!

Approved by BZA board for live/work or 2 condos.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ashley Severance

Atlantic Properties Of The LowCountry License #56673 Listed on: 06/11/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashley Severance

Atlantic Properties Of The LowCountry License #56673 Listed on: 06/11/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $260

Year Built

  • Built in 1811

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,684 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Memminger Elementary School
  • Simmons Pinckney Middle School
  • Burke High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • No Heating

Community Details

  • French Quarter Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$260

Year Built

Built in 1811

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1811
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Subdivision Name: French Quarter
  • Directions: From Broad, Turn Right Onto State Street.
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Property Condition: Pre-Owned

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: No

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: No
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Memminger
  • High School: Burke
  • Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2613.6
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Map Number: 4580903025

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2022 07/22/22 Sold $2,850,000 0.0% $865 / Sq Ft
06/03/2022 06/03/22 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2022 06/01/22 For Sale $2,850,000 +83.9% $865 / Sq Ft
02/18/2021 02/18/21 Sold $1,550,000 -12.9% $421 / Sq Ft
01/12/2021 01/12/21 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2020 06/11/20 For Sale $1,780,000 -- $483 / 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 $260 $0 $0 $0
2023 $0 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: CHS Regional MLS

MLS Number: 20015920

CHS Regional MLS

APN: 458-09-03-338