5 Alexander Street, Charleston, SC 29401 (MLS# 26029890)

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5 Alexander Street, Charleston, SC 29401

$4,600,000

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Classic Charleston architecture and double piazzas

Poolside seating for relaxed outdoor living

Covered piazza overlooking the courtyard

Living room with gas fireplace and custom built-ins

Custom shelving and exposed brick details

Glass-front cabinetry and generous storage

Elegant kitchen with lantern-style pendants

Inviting dining area adjoining the kitchen

Thoughtful details in the primary bedroom

Primary bedroom drenched in natural light

Primary suite with adjoining private bath

Primary bath with walk-in shower and soaking tub

Beautiful soaking tub beneath a sunlit window

Dual vanities and historic fireplace details

Custom walk-in closet with adjoining laundry

Convenient laundry with sink and storage

Spacious bedroom with flexible living space, ensuite full bath

Sunlit creative space with high ceilings and original details

En suite bath for the bedroom currently used as an art studio

Historic detail adds character to the bedroom

Bedroom’s en suite bath with custom vanity

Custom walk-in closet with generous shelving

Charming window overlooking historic surroundings

Ensuite tub and shower with distinctive tilework

Expansive covered piazza overlooking the gardens

Classic Charleston piazza with blue shutters

Covered piazza overlooking the saltwater pool

Private walled garden with mature landscaping

Guest house patio overlooking the gardens

Guest house with its own private entrance

Guest bedroom’s en suite bath with wal-in shower

Guest house top floor bedroom looking into private bath

Garden dining just outside the guest house

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5.5 Square Footage: 3,800 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,356 Status: Active

Current Price: $4,600,000 List Date: 11/04/2026 Last Modified: 11/08/2026

Overview

Description

Tucked at the end of a quiet, dead-end street in Charleston's sought-after Ansonborough neighborhood, the Simon Jude Chancognie Property, circa 1812, combines historic character, modern comfort, and exceptional private outdoor living with a luxurious built-in pool. Completely updated and restored, this property includes a three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath main residence and an attached two-bedroom, two-bath guest house with access from the main home and its own private entrance, all located in an X flood zone. With its lovely southern exposure, the entire home is drenched in natural light. Each level, including the third floor, boasts high ceilings that enhance the sense of space throughout. Gas fireplace insert in the living room and the warm glow of gas lanterns complement the

Supplements: home's historic architectural details. Each bedroom in the main residence features a custom en suite full bathroom, offering comfort and privacy for owners and guests. The entire second floor of the main residence is devoted to the primary suite, creating a spacious private retreat with a beautiful soaking tub, walk-in shower, and dual vanities. E ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 26029890

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #: 4580101010
Street #: 5
Street Name: Alexander
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: Courtenay
High School: Burke
Directions: Off of Laurens St. between Anson & East Bay.

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Detached
MLS List Date: 2026-11-04
Total List Price/SqFt: 1210.52

General Property Info

Primary Structure Full Baths: 5
Primary Structure Half Baths: Yes
Primary Structure Beds: 5
Total Baths - Full: 5
Total Baths - Half: Yes
Total Beds: 5
Baths - Total: 5.5
Ground Level: No
Primary Bedroom – Main Level: No
Stories: 3
Total Apx. SqFt: 3800
Total Apx SqFt: 3800
Ownership: Fee Simple
Year Built: 1813
Acreage: 0.1
Other Structures Y/N: No
Potential Short Sale: No
C/R: No
Occupancy: Owner
Lease Purchase: No
HOA Fee: No
Auction: No
Furnished: Negotiable

Floors

Stone: Yes

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Property Features

SqFt Source: Previous Listing SF Detached Style: Colonial Lot Description: High Misc Exterior: Fence - Brick; Fence - Metal Enclosed; Fence - Private; Fence - Wood; Garden; Patio; Pool - In Ground; Porch - Full Front; Rain Gutters; Shed; Special Yard Lights; Workshop Roof: Metal; Slate Exterior: Brick - Solid; Wood Siding Attic Features: Pull-Down Stairs Foundation: Crawl Space Misc Interior: Ceiling - Smooth; Ceilings - 9'+; Free-Standing Tub/Shower; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closets; Window Treatments - All New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Eat-In-Kitchen; Formal Living; Foyer; Laundry; Living/Dining Combo; Pantry; Separate Dining Primary Bedroom: Multiple Closets; Outside Access; Upstairs; Walk-In Closets Cooling: Central Air Floors: Wood Heat: Central; Forced Air Possession: At Closing Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy Proposed Financing: Any; Cash; Conventional Loan Assumable: No Green Features: Tankless Water Heater

Documents

Floor and site plan, 5 Alexander ›

Listing Office: Novacasa LLC

Last Updated: November - 08 - 2026

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