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8 Smith St, Charleston, SC, 29401

$2,195,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

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5 Bedrooms
6 Full Baths
2,896 SqFt
$758/SqFt
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8 Smith St, Charleston$2,195,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingOff Street
Year Built1940
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #24020991
Lot Size0.14 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Contingent)

About 8 Smith St

Located in the heart of Harleston Village, this charming home offers an inviting escape in the heart of the city with a 3 bedroom/4 bath main house and 2 bedroom/2 bath guest house. Just footsteps away from Colonial Lake, vibrant restaurants, galleries, shops, and more, you are perfectly positioned to explore all that downtown Charleston has to offer. The property is completely gated and fenced for the utmost privacy and offers a perfect blend of classic charm and modern comfort. The main house welcomes you with curved archways, hardwood floors, and wainscoting, creating an elegant and inviting atmosphere, while designer light fixtures and wallpaper further enhance its appeal. The classic layout includes a foyer which leads to a formal dining room and a spacious living room, perfect forentertaining guests. The chic kitchen features butcher block counters, custom cabinets and high end appliances including a convection oven and built-in Miele espresso machine. One bedroom and two full baths on the main floor are updated with marble accents and designer wallpaper. Ascend to the second floor to discover a large primary bedroom suite with an en suite bath, complete with a marble shower. An additional bedroom with a walk-in closet and a full bath, along with a convenient laundry room, complete the upstairs living space. Built-in closets throughout the hall maximize storage space. The property also includes a separate 2 bedroom/2 bathroom guest house, accessible from the covered porch. It features a cozy living room and a full kitchen equipped with stainless appliances and ample cabinet space. Two bedrooms and two full baths provide comfortable accommodations for guests. Outdoor living spaces are a highlight, with a landscaped courtyard featuring a fountain and a private backyard entertaining space. The driveway offers off-street parking for up to 3 cars, a huge plus for this area.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,896 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The Cassina Group
  • Office Phone: (843) 628-0008

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: Ceiling - Smooth, Walk-In Closet(s), Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Stoop

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.14 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Queen Street, Turn Onto Smith, House Will Be On Right

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $2,195,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $758/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $15,085
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$582.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$325

# of Sold Homes

243

8 Smith St vs Charleston

144 DAYS ON ROCKET

$2,195,000

+$1.6M More

$758/SqFt

+$433 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.6M more than the Median Sold Price and $433/SqFt more than other homes in Charleston, SC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #24020991

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The Cassina Group
  • Office Phone: (843) 628-0008

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 07, 2018Home Sold
$965,000
Oct 21, 2013Home Sold
$440,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$15,085$57,900
2018$8,221$30,600
2017$8,033$30,600

History based on county public records data.

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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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3
/10
  • Memminger School Of Global Studies

  • 20 Beaufain St

  • 0.30 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

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4
/10
  • Charleston Progressive

  • 382 Meeting St

  • 0.93 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

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1
/10
  • Julian Mitchell Elementary School

  • 2 Perry St

  • 1.27 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $26,667. The most common annual income of people living in Charleston, SC is less than $35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have masters degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8 Smith St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8 Smith St property is $2,195,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8 Smith St is a house located in Charleston, South Carolina, 29401.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 8 Smith St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $15,085 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on May 7, 2018 for $965,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8 Smith St has 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8 Smith St is 2,896 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8 Smith St is 1940.

Rocket Homes›South Carolina›Charleston County›Charleston›29401›8 Smith St

This home is located at 8 Smith St in Charleston, SC and zip code 29401 in the The Peninsula neighborhood. This 2,896 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,195,000.

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. In December 2024 in Charleston, SC there were 4.3% less homes for sale than in November 2024.

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

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