Seller's Agent in 2023
Leslie Turner
Maison Real Estate
(843) 367-3722
3 in this area
138 Total Sales
729 E Bay St Charleston, SC 29403
East Side NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,780,000 - $4,155,000
8
Beds
7
Baths
10,021
Sq Ft
$366/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Sauna
- 0.24 Acre Lot
- Media Room
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- 2-minute walk to St Julian Devine Community Center
About This Home
As of March 2023The Josiah Smith Tennent House stands out as a landmark and is a focal point on the gateway to the city of Charleston. Constructed in 1859, this brick mansion is significant for both its architecture and history. In 1862, it was used as a Confederate hospital called the Soldiers' Relief Home. It has had a variety of uses over the past 150 years, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. In 1993, the city gave the property to a nonprofit, and a major restoration followed, funded by millions in private donations and grants. The renovation received a South Carolina Historic Preservation Award in 2004.Today, this vast mansion with over 10,000 sq. ft of interior space features two wide wrap-around piazzas, giant wrought iron gates, multiple living and dining
areas, 8 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms, two kitchens one with a large marble topped island, a small indoor basketball court, sauna, cinema room, and commercial elevator. The front courtyard was known as the Philip Simmons Children's Garden, honoring the master blacksmith. This property has a commercial zoning classification of light industrial, and is subject to several overlay districts. This zoning allows a variety of uses from residential, office, or other. The location, versatility, and size of the property are unique and represent a special opportunity for the next owner.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Maison Real Estate License #82983 Listed on: 01/12/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
Nonmember Licensee
NONMEMBER LICENSEE
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1859
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Privacy Fence
- Aluminum or Metal Fence
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 10,021 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Cellar
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Media Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Sauna
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
- Double Master Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Garden Bath
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Adaptable For Elevator
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
- Wrap Around Porch
Schools
- Sanders Clyde Elementary School
- Simmons Pinckney Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- No Heating
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 12, 2023
Closed on
Mar 31, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Leslie Turner
Maison Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nonmember Licensee
NONMEMBER LICENSEE
List Price
$3,795,000
Sold Price
$3,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$445,000
-11.73%
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$313,310
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.87%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$967,601
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,695,709
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 30, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 26, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,415,860
Interest Rate
5.68%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3,350,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $3,350,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $1,200,000 | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $1,415,860 | Attorney |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,000,000 | ||
| Closed | $1,000,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,415,860 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2023 03/31/23 | Sold | $3,350,000 | -11.7% | $334 / Sq Ft |
| 01/12/2023 01/12/23 | For Sale | $3,795,000 | -- | $379 / Sq Ft |
Source: CHS Regional MLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $15,488 | $134,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $16,536 | $103,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $27,331 | $103,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $26,989 | $103,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $26,789 | $103,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $24,444 | $90,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $23,334 | $90,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $22,563 | $90,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $32,996 | $90,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Leslie Turner
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
Nonmember Licensee
NONMEMBER LICENSEE
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 23000808
APN: 459-06-01-067
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