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49 Smith Street, Charleston, SC 29401

$4,750,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 10 Baths: 10.5 Square Footage: 7,526 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Closed
Current Price: $4,750,000 List Date: 8/18/2026 Last Modified: 9/16/2026

Overview

Description

A renewed opportunity to pursue one of Harleston Village's rare historic compounds. The prior buyer elected not to proceed at no fault of the seller. Tucked within the heart of Harleston Village, 49 Smith Street presents an extraordinarily rare opportunity to own one of downtown Charleston's most distinctive historic compounds. Originally anchored by a circa 1860 main residence (5000sf) and complemented by a separate circa 1880 carriage house (2500sf), this landmark European villa-style estate blends architectural pedigree, private compound living, and exceptional long-term potential across approximately 7,525 square feet.

Supplements: Behind its striking two-tone English Flemish brick façade, the property unfolds as a true multi-structure estate--an offering seldom found in one of Charleston's most sought-after neighborhoods. The sprawling three-story main residence encompasses over 5,000 square feet. It is currently configured as seven independent residences, many of which fea ...

Listing Details MLS# 26009115

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #
4570304093
Street #
49
Street Name
Smith
Street Suffix
Street
County
Charleston
State
SC
Zip Code
29401
Area
51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax District
71 - City of Charleston
Subdivision
Harleston Village
Elementary School
Memminger
Middle School
Simmons Pinckney
High School
Burke
Directions
Located on Smith between Wentworth and Montagu. Steps away from the Wentworth Mansion.

Contract Info

Sub-Type
Single Family Detached
MLS List Date
2026-04-01
Total List Price/SqFt
724.16

General Property Info

Primary Structure Full Baths
10
Primary Structure Half Baths
Yes
Primary Structure Beds
10
Total Baths - Full
10
Total Baths - Half
Yes
Total Beds
10
Baths - Total
10.5
Primary Bedroom – Main Level
No
Stories
3
Primary Structure Apx SqFt
7526
Total Apx SqFt
7526
Year Built
1860
Acreage
0.2
Other Structures Y/N
No
Potential Short Sale
No
HOA Fee
No
Auction
No

Status Change Info

Sold Date
2026-09-15
Total Sold Price/SqFt
631.15
New Mortgage Type
Cash

More Information

Property Features

SqFt Source: Previous Listing SF Detached Style: Villa Lot Description: 0 - .5 Acre; Other Misc Exterior: Garden; Patio - Covered Roof: Built-Up; Metal Exterior: Brick - Solid; Stucco; See Remarks Attic Features: Other Foundation: Other (Use Remarks) Misc Interior: See Remarks New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Other (Use Remarks) Cooling: Central Air; Window Unit(s) Floors: Other Heat: Electric Possession: At Closing; Tenants Rights Showing Instructions: Contact Listing Agent Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy Amenities: Other Proposed Financing: Any Assumable: No

Documents

IDX
Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC
Last Updated: September - 16 - 2026
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