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Seller's Agent in 2022
Kristopher King
Carriage Properties LLC
(843) 412-1017
2 in this area
10 Total Sales
89 Smith St Charleston, SC 29401
Harleston Village NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,942,000 - $3,624,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,177
Sq Ft
$829/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- High Ceiling
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of December 2022The Bennett-Jones house is a stunning antebellum house awaiting your touch. The hard work is done. Preliminary plans and demolition are complete, the space is ready for your renovation. This is a rare opportunity to personalize and complete the restoration of one of Charleston's finest houses. A truly great opportunity as few houses can match the architectural quality of Bennett-Jones house. ''This Greek Revival residence is one of the most significant, architecturally, in the city'' according to Robert Stockton, historian and professor of Architecture at the College of Charleston.Built in 1840 by Jefferson Bennett, son of Governor Bennett, 89 Smith Street was built in the grand Greek Revival style and overlooked the family's extensive mill ponds.The Bennetts were a family of mansion builders and amateur architects. The residence is also notable as it was home of Edward C. Jones, one of Charleston's and South Carolina's most famous architects of the antebellum period. Jones added the Doric columned portico on Smith Street and displayed his signature eclectic style with the addition of polygonal bay windows with a mix of Gothic, Roman, and Egyptian detailing.
Not only will you be hard pressed to find a better house architecturally, but it would be harder yet to find one as intact. There is so much original detail. Mahogany doors with original hardware, pristine heart pine floors, Belgian Marble mantels, plaster walls and decorative moldings are all intact. An elegant Greek Revival double door with sidelights and a transom sets the tone on entry. Flanking the spacious entry hall are two grand rooms, each 16' x 19'. The high ceilings are adorned with impressive plaster moldings and ceiling medallions and each room has an exquisite Belgian marble mantel. All of these have special designs for each room. The second owner, architect Edward C. Jones, added the unique niches in each of these rooms.
Directly behind the entry hall is a beautiful curving staircase that springs from a stunning Greek Lyre inspired newel post. The elegant stair curves up to the second floor and includes a period correct, statuary niche.
Behind the grand stair, through the large double doors is well lit gallery space, that makes the perfect breakfast room, with access the opened-up piazza behind the commanding Greek Revival Columns.
Behind the living room is space for a unique den/family room as well as a powder room. To the rear of the dining room is the potential for a spacious modern kitchen, even with room for an elevator, all opening onto the rear piazza.
The upstairs mirrors the main floor, with two 16' x 19' grand bedrooms on either side of the stair hall. These feature more versions of elaborate plaster moldings and distinctive Belgian marble mantles. There is a spacious third room off of the back of the stair hall. This room can be a sitting room or a guest room. From this room one can access to the top floor piazza.
The ground floor features 2 bedrooms and bath as well as space which can be used for everything from a mud room, laundry, lots of storage, and a tool room/workshop. From this level large glass doors access a covered outdoor space with a cement floor. There is a small garden behind. A side driveway can accommodate two cars. The house has a potential of 4 to 5 bedrooms, 4 ½ baths, and 4586 square feet* (see below).
The house is rated as "EXCELLENT" in the Historic Architecture Inventory of the City of Charleston. "High style regional architecture, fine 'Charleston Style', well designed and proportioned, with good detail. These are spirited, dignified, frequently innovative, rare, and always attractive and interesting. Of irreplaceable importance, to be preserved in situ at all costs." It was awarded the prestigious Carolopolis Award for rehabilitation in 1989 and is now ready for another award winning renovation.
*According to measurements by Charleston Measuring the two main levels have living areas of 3,177 sf. The ground floor was also measured with an additional 1,409 sf but with a ceiling height just under 7'. The total for the house is 4,586 sf.
Please note that images of the house furnished are from the previous listing (Feb 2022) with permission. Renderings also provided of potential kitchen and master bath.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Carriage Properties LLC License #79984 Listed on: 10/24/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,796
Year Built
- Built in 1840
Lot Details
- 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Interior Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,177 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Schools
- Memminger Elementary School
- Simmons Pinckney Middle School
- Burke High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- Harleston Green Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Maresca Mark A
Bought by
Revocable Trust Of Mark A Maresca and Maresca
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 24, 2022
Closed on
Nov 29, 2022
Sold by
Holtham Sc Realty Trust
Bought by
Maresca Mark A and Maresca Melissa K
Seller's Agent
Kristopher King
Carriage Properties LLC
Buyer's Agent
Deborah Fisher
Handsome Properties, Inc.
List Price
$1,525,000
Sold Price
$1,525,000
Views
12
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.00%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 25, 2022
Closed on
Apr 14, 2022
Sold by
Struthers William W
Bought by
Holtham Sc Realty Trust
Seller's Agent
Margaret Von Werssowetz
Maison Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kristopher King
Carriage Properties LLC
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,625,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-1.52%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.45%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2006
Sold by
Smith James G and Smith Laura M
Bought by
Real E Dreams Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2002
Sold by
Jordan David F
Bought by
Jordan Ronald and Jordan Robert
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2002
Sold by
Jennifer Flood and Jennifer Anthony V
Bought by
Jordan David F
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revocable Trust Of Mark A Maresca | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Maresca Mark A | $1,525,000 | -- | |
| Holtham Sc Realty Trust | $1,625,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Real E Dreams Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Jordan Ronald | -- | -- | |
| Jordan David F | $503,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2022 12/02/22 | Sold | $1,525,000 | 0.0% | $480 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/24/2022 10/24/22 | For Sale | $1,525,000 | -6.2% | $480 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2022 04/14/22 | Sold | $1,625,000 | -1.5% | $511 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/02/2022 03/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/25/2022 02/25/22 | For Sale | $1,650,000 | -- | $519 / 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 | $10,596 | $61,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $26,099 | $91,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $6,470 | $54,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $6,796 | $54,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $7,054 | $54,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $6,220 | $47,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $6,247 | $49,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $5,978 | $49,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $6,186 | $49,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $5,856 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2011 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kristopher King
-
Margaret Von Werssowetz
Seller's Agent in 2022
Margaret Von Werssowetz
Maison Real Estate
(843) 224-6651
6 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Deborah Fisher
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Deborah Fisher
Handsome Properties, Inc.
(843) 870-1551
10 in this area
64 Total Sales
Map
Source: CHS Regional MLS
MLS Number: 22027164
APN: 457-03-02-077
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