$2,295,000
Price
4
Beds
2,266 Sq. Ft.
$1,013 / Sq. Ft.
2,266
Sq. Ft.
$1,013
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historic Downtown Charleston Property$200,000 Price Reduction! This incredible Wraggborough property is a unique Mini-Estate with a beautiful main house, plus 2 Carriage Houses on a coveted 12,400 sq ft lot. Nothing else exists like this on the Peninsula! Built in 1870, the main home at 12 John Street has 2,300 sq ft of pure soul, including large covered porch spaces to enjoy fully landscaped front and back yards. The owner has meticulously renovated this 4-bedroom, 3-bath Charleston Victorian by...Historic Downtown Charleston Property$200,000 Price Reduction! This incredible Wraggborough property is a unique Mini-Estate with a beautiful main house, plus 2 Carriage Houses on a coveted 12,400 sq ft lot. Nothing else exists like this on the Peninsula! Built in 1870, the main home at 12 John Street has 2,300 sq ft of pure soul, including large covered porch spaces to enjoy fully landscaped front and back yards. The owner has meticulously renovated this 4-bedroom, 3-bath Charleston Victorian by herself over the past 26 years. You can feel the care that went into this home as soon as you step inside. This classic home features a large full kitchen, abundant natural light from tall windows and high ceilings, plus a wood burning stove adding to the ambient mood throughout. in addition to the original four gas fireplaces. The covered front porch is the place to relax and enjoy Charleston life rolling by in historic central downtown. Included in the offering are two detached carriage houses. Each charming cottage has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, private entrances, full kitchensperfect for guest accommodations, extended family, or rental income. A private courtyard connects the main house and rear units, creating a peaceful retreat just steps from King Street, acclaimed dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks. Whether you're seeking a primary residence with flexible living space, or a smart investment in one of
Charleston's most coveted neighborhoods, this rare opportunity offers exceptional value, character and an ideal, walkable location to soak up all Charleston has to offer.
  1. Listed by Redfin Corporation

Property Details for 12 John Street

Architectural Style
Traditional, Victorian
Subdivision Name
Wraggborough
LISTING UPDATED: 12/24/2025 02:20 AM

Property Details for 12 John Street

StatusActive
MLS #25026917
Days on Market87
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1870
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
CountyCharleston County

Location

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Building Information for 12 John Street

Stories2Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,632 SF

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$11,637 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,340

Property Taxes

$297

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12 John Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.790045
  • Longitude: -79.934808
  • Directions: From Meeting Street At Charleston Museum, Go East On John Street. House On Left.
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4591301111
School Information
  • Elementary School: Memminger
  • High School: Burke
  • Middle Or Junior School: Courtenay
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: None
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport YN: False
  • Covered Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2266.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Lot Features: High, Level
  • Other Structures: Yes, Storage, Workshop, Guest House
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 94
  • Photo Rights: I own the photos or have the right to use: Yes
  • Assumable: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Some Storm Door(s), Some Thermal Door(s), Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Three +, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch, Porch - Full Front
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Partial
  • Roof: Metal

Property History for 12 John Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,499,000
Oct 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,439,000
Oct 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,385,000
Oct 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,295,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,499,000
10/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,439,000
10/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,385,000
10/03/2025

Listed (Active)

CHS Regional MLS #25026917

$2,295,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 John Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$3,566 ($297 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,064 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,064 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,632 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyCHARLESTONAPN459-13-01-111Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 12 John Street

This home is within Charleston 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Memminger Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public6 to 8

Burke High School
Public9 to 12

Charleston Progressive
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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12 John Street is a single family home for sale in Charleston, SC 29403. This property was listed for sale on October 3, 2025 by Redfin Corporation, it's currently listed at $2,295,000. This listing's school district is Charleston 01 School District. Nearby schools include Memminger Elementary School, Simmons Pinckney Middle School and Burke High School. 12 John Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,266 sqft single family home built in 1870.

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