Viewing Listing MLS# 21011285
Summerville, SC 29483
- 5Beds
- 6Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 7,453SqFt
- 1897Year Built
- 1.20Acres
- MLS# 21011285
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market11 months, 2 days
- AreaSummerville/ridgeville
- CountyDorchester
- SubdivisionNone
Overview
The Elizabeth Arden House is a truly exquisite property located in the historic district of downtown Summerville. It is privately situated on the area's most coveted street and walkable to the town square, restaurants, shops, and tennis courts. The home was originally built in 1897 by A. J. Baird for Mr. Samuel Lord, a Charleston attorney. World-renowned businesswoman, Elizabeth Arden, purchased the southern Victorian-style estate as a summer home and sold the property in 1954 while creating her cosmetic empire. It is said that Arden painted the front door a different color for each season, but it now remains red, the inspiration for the entrances to her salons. With Charleston-style double piazzas, this property boasts timeless vintage details and exudes welcoming, southern charm. The home has five bedrooms and features soaring 12 ft. ceilings, original heart pine floors, hand-carved moldings, six fireplaces, two laundry rooms, an elevator, and a spacious study on the first level. The chef's kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, a Viking range and a spacious pantry. A designated bar room is located off the kitchen and dining room. A picturesque exterior accentuates the manicured grounds, pool house with kitchen and three separate cottages. Additional exterior features include a garden by renowned landscape architect Robert Marvin, a pool, two gazebos, fountain and wrought iron fence surrounding the premises. The property was purchased by the current owners from Mrs. Lillian Bostwick Phipps' estate who was married to the late Ogden Phipps. Their daughter was the fashion designer Lilly Pulitzer. Enriched with stories and legends of previous owners, this historic residence in downtown Summerville is highly regarded and offers a truly remarkable opportunity.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 04-29-2021
Sold Date: 04-01-2022
Aprox Days on Market: 
11 month(s), 2 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
1 Year(s), 11 month(s), 28 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,195,000
Asking Price: $2,195,000
Selling Price: $1,890,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $305,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $305,000
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: 6
Building Info
Levels: 3 Stories
Year Built: 1897
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Stone, Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wrought Iron
Misc Ext: Patio, Covered, Porch - Full Front
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
Pool Private: Yes
Pool Features: In Ground
Style: Charleston Single
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: 2 Car Garage, Detached, Off Street
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Handicapped Equipped
Desclocation: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Great, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Study
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 1.20
Lot Desc: 1 - 2 Acres
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 1.20
Lot Sqft: 52272
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Property Subtype: Gazebo
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Room Info
Beds: 5
Primary Bedroom Features: Garden Tub/Shower, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2022-04-01T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 7453
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Dominion Energy, Summerville CPW
Heating: Yes
Heat: Electric
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
South Main Street To West 5th South Street. Left On Sumter Avenue, Home Will Then Be On Your Right.Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC