Seller's Agent in 2022
Thomas Read
Read & Read Inc. REALTORS
(843) 345-9280
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
79 Anson St Charleston, SC 29401
Charleston City Market NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $6,191,280 - $7,118,000
5
Beds
7
Baths
6,715
Sq Ft
$980/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Wood Flooring
- 0.41 Acre Lot
- Charleston Architecture
- 1-minute walk to Theodora Park
About This Home
As of July 2022This 2021 Carolopolis Award winning home is truly a treasure. Through the combined efforts of the owners, Architect Glen Keyes, Landscape Architect Sheila Wertimer, and Gochnauer Construction, the Daniel Legare House, c. 1760, has been brought back to its grandeur. The main house has a theater room, office, elevator and two laundry areas. The property also features a charming 2br guest house and has a rear courtyard with an authentic 1953 sq ft 19th century Irish pub a"probably Charleston's finest private entertainment venue. The home is considered to be the oldest surviving home in Ansonborough and was the first home in the city to be protected by a Historic Charleston Foundation easement. Lots of this size, 17,860 sq ft, rarely come on the market. This is truly a rare opportunity.Main house has 3,751 sq ft, 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, Master Shower is also Steam Room, office, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, bosch dishwasher, Wolf Gas Range, Sharp Microwave, Wine Coolers, Kitchen TV, Kitchen Island, tankless water heaters The landscape and drive feature cobblestone driveway, landscape lighting, outdoor music, 13 parking spaces, gas fire pit and a private courtyard. The Guest House, 1011 sq ft, has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a living area and nice kitchen. At the back of the property there is a 19th century Irish pub, 1,953 sq ft, which has folding doors to open up the entertainment area to the private courtyard for large events. The bar has all the equipment one would need, refrigerators, freezers, beer cooler, wine cooler, commercial dishwasher, pool table etc. The owners have hosted charitable events in this building.
This sale is subject to restrictions and covenants of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Read & Read Inc. REALTORS License #23962 Listed on: 06/17/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,478
Year Built
- Built in 1760
Lot Details
- 0.41 Acre Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Privacy Fence
- Brick Fence
- Interior Lot
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Charleston Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Slate Roof
- Copper Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 6,715 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Elevator
- Wet Bar
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Game Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Garden Bath
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
- Front Porch
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Simmons Pinckney Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
Community Details
- Ansonborough Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 8, 2015
Closed on
Apr 5, 2017
Sold by
Johnson Brooks B
Bought by
Swain Christopher C and Swain Debora A
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Read
Read & Read Inc. REALTORS
List Price
$2,480,000
Sold Price
$2,480,000
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
$4,098,093
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.84%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2005
Sold by
Historic Charleston Foundation
Bought by
Johnson Brooks B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2004
Sold by
Mevers Roy E and Mevers R
Bought by
Historic Charleston Foundation
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swain Christopher C | $2,480,000 | None Available | |
| Johnson Brooks B | $1,450,000 | -- | |
| Historic Charleston Foundation | $2,125,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Swain Christopher C | $3,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Johnson Brooks B | $695,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Johnson Brooks B | $1,475,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2022 07/27/22 | Sold | $5,600,000 | -1.8% | $834 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2022 06/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/17/2022 06/17/22 | For Sale | $5,700,000 | +129.8% | $849 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2017 04/05/17 | Sold | $2,480,000 | 0.0% | $546 / Sq Ft |
| 03/06/2017 03/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/08/2015 01/08/15 | For Sale | $2,480,000 | -- | $546 / 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 | $95,735 | $336,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $92,408 | $336,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $86 | $131,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $16,478 | $131,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $51,312 | $131,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $13,207 | $99,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $21,856 | $83,490 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $21,227 | $83,490 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $20,258 | $83,490 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $17,340 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Thomas Read
-
Robin Reeves
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Robin Reeves
Beach Residential
(843) 478-4397
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 22016161
APN: 458-01-03-006
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