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30 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) next chapter. Its 4,158 square feet of historic architecture are distinguished by original heart pine floors, exposed historic masonry and commanding double piazzas, which were completely removed and reconstructed by Brett Elrod Construction in 2023. Designed by architect Amber Aument with structural engineering by Steven Caskie, the piazzas were rebuilt to historic standards in accordance with BAR requirements, incorporating new structural brick columns and additional steel reinforcement. Beyond the piazza reconstruction, the metal roof has been professionally resealed, a new gutter system and French drainage system installed, historic masonry restored and repointed, heart pine floors refinished, and numerous mechanical, environmental and interior improvements completed throughout the residence. The result is an extraordinarily well-maintained historic property where the opportunity ahead is principally one of design rather than restoration. A permit-ready conceptual renovation plan illustrates that potential, relocating the kitchen from the rear of the house to the central room on the second floor and placing it quite literally at the heart of the home. The existing kitchen could then become a formal dining room or fifth bedroom, with proposed glass doors opening directly to the piazza. The plans and photo renderings also contemplate renovated baths and thoughtfully built-out closets, creating a more functional modern floor plan while preserving the proportions and historic fabric that make the house exceptional. For a buyer, builder or investor, the value proposition is equally compelling. Renovated historic residences in Ansonborough have recently traded well above $1,300 per square foot, with exceptional examples approaching $1,500 per square foot. Against that backdrop, 30 Anson offers meaningful remaining upside without the deferred-maintenance profile so often associated with an unrestored historic residence. The heavy lifting of stewardship has already been undertaken; what remains is the opportunity to refine the interiors and grounds to an exceptional standard. Then there is the land. The double lot feels less like a traditional downtown backyard and more like a private event garden. Mature landscaping, historic surroundings and expansive open space create an extraordinary setting for entertaining. Even with parking for five SUVs and a golf cart, the property retains sufficient grounds to accommodate a pool and substantial outdoor living - an extraordinarily difficult combination to replicate in Ansonborough. Together with the reconstructed double piazzas, the property offers a scale of indoor-outdoor living seldom found in historic downtown Charleston. From the double piazzas, sweeping views extend across Charleston's historic rooflines to the iconic steeples of St. Philip's Church and St. Michael's Church - two enduring landmarks of the city's centuries-old skyline. At street level, the Charleston City Market, Dock Street Theatre, French Quarter, King Street, Waterfront Park and some of the city's most celebrated restaurants, galleries and cultural institutions are all within an easy walk. Here, Charleston's architecture, history and daily life are quite literally the surroundings. 30 Anson is already an important and exceptionally well-preserved Charleston residence. What makes it particularly rare is the combination: remarkable condition, a true double lot, extraordinary off-street parking, substantial private grounds, completely reconstructed double piazzas, meaningful capital improvements already completed, and a clear path to an exceptional next iteration. For the buyer who understands historic Charleston, the opportunity is difficult to replicate.
Listing Details MLS# 26022745
Location, Tax & Legal
- Tax Map #
- 4580501083
- Street #
- 30
- Street Name
- Anson
- Street Suffix
- Street
- County
- Charleston
- State
- SC
- Zip Code
- 29401
- Area
- 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
- Tax District
- 71 - City of Charleston
- Subdivision
- Ansonborough
- Elementary School
- Memminger
- Middle School
- Simmons Pinckney
- High School
- Burke
- Directions
- Head east on Broad Street, take a left on State Street, left again on Market, right on Anson Street. The property will be on your right before the end of the first block.
Contract Info
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Detached
- MLS List Date
- 2026-08-10
- Total List Price/SqFt
- 913.9
General Property Info
- Primary Structure Full Baths
- 3
- Primary Structure Half Baths
- 2
- Primary Structure Beds
- 4
- Total Baths - Full
- 3
- Total Baths - Half
- 2
- Total Beds
- 4
- Baths - Total
- 4
- Primary Bedroom – Main Level
- No
- Stories
- 3
- Primary Structure Apx SqFt
- 4158
- Total Apx SqFt
- 4158
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Year Built
- 1839
- Acreage
- 0.13
- Other Structures Y/N
- No
- Potential Short Sale
- No
- C/R
- No
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Lease Purchase
- No
Status Change Info
- Sold Date
- 2026-09-04
- Total Sold Price/SqFt
- 895.86
- New Mortgage Type
- Cash
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