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56 Kennedy St, Charleston, SC, 29403

$815,000

Home List Price

$9,678*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
1,080 SqFt
$755/SqFt
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56 Kennedy St, Charleston$815,000

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$9,678*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1935
HeatingElectric
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #25000184
Lot Size0.10 Acres
StatusActive

About 56 Kennedy St

Welcome to 56 KENNEDY ST, a chic, quintessential bungalow located in the vibrant Westside of downtown Charleston. An extensive and thoughtful restoration has been completed and has fully transformed this home, seamlessly blending modern amenities with classic architectural features. An expansive front porch welcomes you inside to the light-filled open floor plan with all new flooring, doors, windows, lighting, painting and finishes throughout. Each bedroom offers new ensuite bathrooms, each with custom blue tooth enabled music and lighting features. The well-appointed kitchen and open living/dining is perfect for seamless entertaining. For even more entertainment, head out to the back deck an ideal setting for grilling and relaxation. The expansive back yard oasis offers endlesspossibilities for outdoor activities, gardening or even a cabana, pool, spa, etc. The back of the home has an additional half bath and a spacious laundry room along with additional space for storage and/or a mudroom. 56 Kennedy Street offers a prime location with convenient access to local eateries, amenities and parks, including the Citadel & Hampton Park. Plus, easy access to the crosstown to effortlessly visit other areas of Charleston, Mt Pleasant & the local island beaches. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to make this desirable location and completely renovated home your very own, and live the fabulous Charleston lifestyle with total ease! *The home can also be sold furnished with appropriate offer.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,080 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Oyster Point Real Estate Group, LLC

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Living/Dining Combo

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.10 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Lockwood To Exit 17 N Hwy Cannon Street Left On President Street Right On Kennedy House On The Leftus-17 S/septima P. Clark Pkwy, Turn Right On Ashley Avenue, Left On Kennedy

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $815,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $755/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,554
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Charleston, SC

City

Med. Sold Price

$582.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$325

# of Sold Homes

243

56 Kennedy St vs Charleston

3 DAYS ON ROCKET

$815,000

+$232.6K More

$755/SqFt

+$430 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $232.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $430/SqFt more than other homes in Charleston, SC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #25000184

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Oyster Point Real Estate Group, LLC

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 1/7/2025, 2:21:02 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,554$5,620
2018$1,396$4,890
2017$1,367$4,890

History based on county public records data.

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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  • Julian Mitchell Elementary School

  • 2 Perry St

  • 0.34 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

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4
/10

  • James Simons Montessori School

  • 741 King St

  • 0.69 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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4
/10

  • Charleston Progressive

  • 382 Meeting St

  • 0.87 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $28,302. The most common annual income of people living in Charleston, SC is less than $35k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 56 Kennedy St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 56 Kennedy St property is $815,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 56 Kennedy St is a house located in Charleston, South Carolina, 29403.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 56 Kennedy St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,554 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 56 Kennedy St has 2 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 56 Kennedy St is 1,080 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 56 Kennedy St is 1935.

Rocket Homes›South Carolina›Charleston County›Charleston›29403›56 Kennedy St

This home is located at 56 Kennedy St in Charleston, SC and zip code 29403 in the The Peninsula neighborhood. This 1,080 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 03, 2025 and is currently priced at $815,000.

In December 2024 more than 21 listings in Charleston, SC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 57 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 165 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Charleston, SC between November 2024 and December 2024 decreased by 4.3%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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