This 2021 Carolopolis Award winning home is truly a treasure. Through the combined efforts of the owners, Architect Glen Keyes, Landscape Architect Sheila Wertimer, and Gochnauer Construction, the Daniel Legare House, c. 1760, has been brought back to its grandeur. The main house has a theater room, office, elevator and two laundry areas. The property also features a charming 2br guest house and has a rear courtyard with an authentic 1953 sq ft 19th century Irish pub a"probably Charleston's finest private entertainment venue. The home is considered to be the oldest surviving home in Ansonborough and was the first home in the city to be protected by a Historic Charleston Foundation easement. Lots of this size, 17,860 sq ft, rarely come on the market. This is truly a rare opportunity.Main house has 3,751 sq ft, 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, Master Shower is also Steam Room, office, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, bosch dishwasher, Wolf Gas Range, Sharp Microwave, Wine Coolers, Kitchen TV, Kitchen Island, tankless water heaters The landscape and drive feature cobblestone driveway, landscape lighting, outdoor music, 13 parking spaces, gas fire pit and a private courtyard. The Guest House, 1011 sq ft, has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a living area and nice kitchen. At the back of the property there is a 19th century Irish pub, 1,953 sq ft, which has folding doors to open up the entertainment area to the private courtyard for large events. The bar has all the equipment one would need, refrigerators, freezers, beer cooler, wine cooler, commercial dishwasher, pool table etc. The owners have hosted charitable events in this building.This sale is subject to restrictions and covenants of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
- MLS# 22016161
- Date Listed06/17/2022
- Bedrooms 5
- Bathrooms 4 Full baths, 3 Half baths
- Lot Size 0.41 acres (17,860 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision Ansonborough
- Property Type Single Family
- County Charleston
- Year Built 1760
- Water Public
- Square Feet 6,715 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $848.85
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Roof Copper, Slate
- Lot Size Acres 0.41
- Lot Size SQFT 17,859.60
- Lot Features Interior Lot
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $16,478
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
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Sales & Tax History
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Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
91/100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score ®
48/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
88/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Daily errands do not require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
15 nearby routes: 15 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 29/100, Transit Score: 17/100, Bike Score: 48/100.
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Points of Interest near 79 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Frequently Asked Questions for 79 Anson Street
Source: Realty.com
79 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401 is a Single Family 6,715 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 73 photos available of this 5 bed, 7 bath house, listed at $5,700,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 73 photos of 79 Anson Street.
Our records indicate that 79 Anson Street was built in 1760.
The full address for this home is 79 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401.
79 Anson Street has been listed on Realty.com since Fri June 17, 2022
Daily errands do not require a car. A few nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 29/100, Transit Score: 17/100, Bike Score: 48/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 79 Anson Street. Memminger Elementary (Grades: PK - 5), Simmons Pinckney Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Burke High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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Listing agent:
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