79 America Street
Charleston, SC, 29403 $ 1,650,000
Baths0.0 Sq 2,928 Monthly Estimate*
$ 10,418
Studio for $1,650,000. This 2,928 square foot home was built in 1872 on a lot size of 0.13.
INVESTOR SPECIAL | DEVELOPER OPPORTUNITY 79 America Street offers a rare combination of an existing historic residence, substantial land, accessory space, parking, and meaningful future development potential. The property currently consists of a meticulously maintained 3-story historic brick home exceeding 1900 square feet, complemented by a 1,000-square-foot accessory building and an adjoining vacant lot. The combined property encompasses approximately 6,305 square feet, creating an unusually flexible footprint in a downtown location. For developers and investors, the possibilities are extensive. The current zoning allows for up to three units,presenting the opportunity to convert the existing structure into a triplex or utilize the vacant portion for a new single-family residence or duplex, subject to applicable approvals. The vacant area also provides significant additional parking potential. The existing 79 America residence retains its historic character while offering strong functionality, featuring original hardwood floors, large piazzas, bridge views from the second floor, and three newer HVAC systems, one serving each floor. A large driveway currently provides three off-street parking spaces. The property can be envisioned in numerous ways: Development play: Retain the existing structure while developing the vacant portion, potentially adding a duplex or single-family residence. Multi-unit investment: Utilize the current zoning opportunity to create additional residential units. Single-property estate: Keep the parcels together as an expansive downtown residence with an oversized yard, accessory building, pool, patio, gym, garage, or pool house. Live/work opportunity: Utilize the existing residence as an office or professional space while taking advantage of the additional land and accessory building. Future development: Subdivide the vacant portion and create a new residence while retaining the existing historic home.
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FeaturesGeneralCounty Charleston
Property Type Residential
Subdivision Name Eastside
Status Active
Directions From East Bay Street Turn Onto Columbus Street Then Right Onto America Street; 79 America Street Is The First Property On The Left Beside The Church.
High School Burke
City Charleston
MLS Area 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 5662.8
Elementary School Memminger
Middle/Junior High School Simmons Pinckney
Building Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Utilities Charleston Water Service Dominion Energy
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air
Roof Architectural
Garage Spaces 0
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1872
New Construction false
Garage Y/N false
Other Structures Yes Guest House
Patio/Porch Features Front Porch
Architectural Style Charleston Single
Stories Count 3
Levels 3 Stories
Property Subtype Single Family Detached
Full Baths 0
Carport Spaces 0
Carport Y/N false
Property Attached Y/N false
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InteriorInterior Amenities Ceiling - Smooth Office
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 0
Fireplace Y/N true
Half Baths 0
Room Type Office
Fireplace Features Two
Window Features Window Treatments - Some
Total Fireplaces 2
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ExteriorLot Size Area 0.13
Lot Size Acres 0.13
Lot Features 0 - .5 Acre
Parking Features Off Street
Water Source Public
Foundation Details Crawl Space
Building Area Total 2928
Covered Spaces 0
Exterior Amenities Rain Gutters
Fencing Fence - Metal Enclosed
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByDaniel Ravenel Sotheby's International RealtyBroker
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $1,159,621
Percent of Sale Price 30%
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35% Since 2002
$ 62,778 Median Income
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246224 Elementary School
1478873 Middle School
Burke High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 8/16/2026 | $1,650,000 | | Listed Price |