Viewing Listing MLS# 20012658
Charleston, SC 29401
- 4Beds
- 4Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 5,197SqFt
- 1778Year Built
- 0.11Acres
- MLS# 20012658
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market4 months, 26 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- SubdivisionSouth Of Broad
Overview
Welcome home to The Humphrey Sommers House, Circa 1778 - the ideal home South of Broad. This stunning home is a perfect single family residence close to it all. Just steps from the Battery and the water, this rare home is located in an X Flood Zone so flood insurance is not required. Details include 10+ ft ceilings, grand fireplaces, immaculate garden and patio, a two car garage, and a completely renovated Kitchen. The main level welcomes you with a formal entry with a grand staircase and a private half bathroom. To your right your inviting family room beckons you to come sit and stay a while. Enjoy your holiday festivities by the fire before taking a stroll down to White Point Gardens to watch the sunset. A short walk to the dog park to let fido play with friends or enjoy a night outfor dinner or a weekend brunch on Broad street. The formal dining room is the perfect place to display your China and enjoy family meals by a roaring fire just off of your kitchen. The kitchen is truly the heart of this home and includes top-of-the-line appliances: Sub Zero refrigerator, Thermador double ovens, a six burner plus grill gas stove top, and a KitchenAid microwave. The kitchen also includes granite countertops, a wet bar complete with a wine cooler and potential ice maker, a dining area, and a sitting area - it truly is the heart of this home. Off of the kitchen is a row of French doors leading to your private courtyard garden and patio. This garden oasis is an entertainers dream complete with lush greenery, LED lightening, and an irrigation system all within the privacy or your historic brick walls. The courtyard garden also includes a lemon tree and of a staple in Charleston: blooming Magnolia trees. There is potential to add a small pool as well. On the second floor you will find your master suite and a library sitting room/office. Allow the Spring time breeze to come in on the 2nd floors landing balcony or enjoy a view on the Juliet balcony overlooking Tradd Street from your library to peak at your water views. The master bedroom has an expansive walk-in closet, plus two additional closets, for all your storage needs. The master bedroom has a sitting area by the fireplace to give you privacy behind the newly installed library wall. The ensuite luxury master bath is complete with two separate vanities, two separate water closets, an oversize shower and a jetted tub. The third floor spacious bedrooms have full en suite baths. There is a separate guest suite that could be used as an efficiency unit that includes private stairway to sitting room complete with a fireplace and a full bedroom and ensuite bath. Should you choose to expand through the master closet you can create a whole new floor plan to add an office space or the largest dressing closet you can imagine. There is a TWO car attached garage that is heated/cooled with a dehumidifier to store your classic cars, special wares, golf carts, etc - this is a rarity in downtown Charleston! Full CPI security system is also in place with cameras throughout the property that can convey. The home is also complete for with built in surround sound system to enjoy the sounds of the season throughout when entertaining. All fireplaces have recently been pointed with new inserts and chimney caps to ensure you can make use of all 7 of them. The cellar/crawl space access is conveniently located on the main floor with steps walking down from a full access door. This space is large enough to stand in, but dry enough to potentially add a wine cellar of your choice. No detailed was spared in this meticulously updated home and is a must see historical dream property!
Sale Info
Listing Date: 05-11-2020
Sold Date: 10-08-2020
Aprox Days on Market: 
4 month(s), 26 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
3 Year(s), 6 month(s), 11 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $4,295,000
Asking Price: $4,195,000
Selling Price: $3,825,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $470,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $370,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Association Fees / Info
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 4
Building Info
Window Features: Window Treatments - Some
Year Built: 1778
Floors: Marble, Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Brick, Privacy
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony, Lawn Irrigation, Lighting, Stoop
Pool Private: No
Style: Traditional
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: 1.5 Car Garage, 2 Car Garage, Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Connection, Gas Log, Great Room, Living Room, One, Other (Use Remarks), Three, Three +, Two
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Frog Attached, Great, Living/Dining Combo, Office, Other (Use Remarks), Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Utility
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.11
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre, Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.11
Lot Sqft: 4791.6
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Offer Compensation
Other
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick, Stucco
New Construction: No
Roof: Copper, Metal, See Remarks
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Room Info
Beds: 4
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2020-10-08T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 5197
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Heating: Yes
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
From Broad Street: Turn Right On To Church St. Make A Left On To Tradd Street. Home Is On The Corner Of Tradd And Bedons.Courtesy of listing office Deseta Realty Group LLC