59 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401
SOLDMAR 21, 2024

59 Church St
Charleston, SC 29401

Charlestowne
  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 5,581 sqft (on 0.33 acres)
  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 5,581 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$8,000,000

Last Sold: Mar 21, 2024
1% over list $7.95M
$1,433/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $44,997/mo*

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Description

This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from March 22, 2024
One of the most significant homes in historic downtown Charleston, the Thomas Rose House sits on a rare double lot (one-third of an acre) on beautiful Church Street. This Georgian-style home was constructed circa 1735 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. After remaining in the same family for 75 years, this important South of Broad Street home was purchased in 2017 and meticulously restored and renovated for modern living from 2017-2020 by Glenn Keyes Architects, C.B. Elrod Co., and others.The home retains many of its noteworthy historic architectural features including a full width of the house drawing room/ballroom, original cypress paneling, and arched windows and doors, while also now offering modern luxuries including an elevator, open chef's kitchen, and primary suite including a marble double shower room, soaking tub, and large walk-in dressing rooms. Custom cabinetry and top finishes and fixtures throughout create a clean blend of historic charm and modern luxury. The expansive garden retains much of its original character and separate garden "rooms"/entertaining spaces after a thorough hardscape and plantings update in 2019-20 by Wertimer + Cline Landscape Architects and Ables Landscapes, including the addition of a swimming pool and spa with a heater, chiller and keypad-controlled retractable cover. This property offers a rare sense of space and privacy in a walled estate-like setting, while being a short stroll to nearby shops, restaurants, playgrounds, parks and waterfront harbor. As part of the 2017 sale, the lot line between 59 Church Street and 57 Church Street was permanently dissolved, creating unusual open space in perpetuity and returning the property to its approximate original dimensions as Lot 61 in the Grand Modell of Charles Towne in the Province of Carolina in 1698. While nearly 300 years old, the main house boasts abundant natural light and 10' ceilings (even higher in the guest suite/home gym and in the fully equipped mother-in-law/guest suite). With over 5500 square feet, 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half baths, and over 1100 square feet of attached piazzas, this home offers both grand entertaining spaces and a livable floor plan for a family or an owner/couple with frequent guests. Rare off-street parking for 4 cars behind a high fig vine-covered wall and remote-controlled mahogany gate provides easy access and enhances the feeling of privacy and security. Historic, elegant, luxurious, and livable, the Thomas Rose House must be seen to be fully appreciated!

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,433/sqft
Listed
91 days ago

Home Details for 59 Church St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5581 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion EnergyLaundry: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump,See RemarksHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,OtherHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Other, Three +, Wood BurningSpa: Hot Tub/Spa, BathHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s), Window TreatmentsDoor: Some Storm Door(s)Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Other, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreElevatorFloors: Ceramic Tile, Other, Wood
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Copper Metal SlatePatio / Porch: Patio, Front Porch, Screened, Wrap AroundFencing: Brick, WoodOther Structures: NoneExterior: Balcony, Lawn Irrigation, LightingFoundation: Crawl Space, SlabHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageParking: Off Street,Other
Pool
Pool: In GroundPool
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1735
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Block/Masonry, Brick, StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $7,950,000Price Per Sqft: $1,433/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: CharlestonCommunity: South of Broad
School Information
Elementary School: MemmingerJr High / Middle School: CourtenayHigh School: Burke

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5581 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Sub Agency Commission: 0Sub Agency Commission Type: $Transaction Broker Commission: 0Transaction Broker Commission Type: $
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 24002252
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Maison Real Estate
Bought with: Disher Hamrick & Myers Res Inc
Source: CTMLS, MLS#24002252

Price History for 59 Church St

DatePriceEventSource
03/21/2024$8,000,000Sold
CTMLS #24002252
02/26/2024$7,950,000PendingCTMLS #24002252
02/06/2024$7,950,000ContingentCTMLS #24002252
01/29/2024$7,950,000Listed For SaleCTMLS #24002252
08/15/2017$3,350,000Sold
CTMLS #15006091
03/30/2017$3,750,000PendingAgent Provided
01/09/2017$3,750,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/04/2016$4,800,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/11/2015$5,600,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$21,199
Assessment$4,435,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 59 Church St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.09
Single-Family Home
$6,850,000
05/02/23
5
8
5,891
0.15
Single-Family Home
$6,270,000
04/05/24
4
6
6,160
0.20
Single-Family Home
$6,200,000
05/15/23
5
6
6,385
0.18
Single-Family Home
$4,495,000
11/03/23
4
6
4,949
0.13
Single-Family Home
$3,375,000
08/03/23
6
5
7,505
0.21
Single-Family Home
$4,316,460
12/06/23
6
5
4,094
0.07
Single-Family Home
$4,200,000
07/31/23
5
6
4,347
0.17
Single-Family Home
$3,250,000
07/13/23
5
5
5,165
0.40
Single-Family Home
$6,500,000
04/05/24
4
6
7,838

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59 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,581 sqft single-family home built in 1735. 59 Church St is located in Charlestowne, Charleston. This property is not currently available for sale. 59 Church St was last sold on Mar 21, 2024 for $8,000,000 (1% higher than the asking price of $7,950,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 59 Church St is $8,094,800.