42 S Battery

$6,492,000
Price
4
Beds
4,637 Sq. Ft.
$1,400 / Sq. Ft.
4,637
Sq. Ft.
$1,400
per Sq. Ft.

Description

42 South Battery, also known as the Robert Murray House is a must see! Built in 1802 & prestigiously located at the corner of King & S Battery, with views of White Point Gardens, the Battery & Charleston Harbor. This iconic estate boasts historically significant gardens designed by Loutrel Briggs which were restored in 2021, with new hardscaping & irrigation added. The crown jewel of the majestic gardens is a round plunge pool surrounded by towering palm trees & hedges. The beautiful grounds are...42 South Battery, also known as the Robert Murray House is a must see! Built in 1802 & prestigiously located at the corner of King & S Battery, with views of White Point Gardens, the Battery & Charleston Harbor. This iconic estate boasts historically significant gardens designed by Loutrel Briggs which were restored in 2021, with new hardscaping & irrigation added. The crown jewel of the majestic gardens is a round plunge pool surrounded by towering palm trees & hedges. The beautiful grounds are large enough to host a party fit for the Great Gatsby! The original architectural features have been remarkably retained with preserved period details such as heart pine floors, moldings & Adams mantels. This home was extensively renovated in 2024-2025, adding exquisite curated interiors to match the exterior beauty. Notable features include: an elevator to 3 floors, bespoke Degournay wallpaper with lacquered wood trim in dining room, a heated & cooled 4th floor room was added for storage or playroom (hence the additional square footage from previous listings), exterior paint changed from yellow to pink, all new custom baths, kitchen, custom cabinetry, custom closet designs in every bedroom, tankless water heater added, interior completely repainted, double wraparound piazzas, large separate wine fridge, flex space off of the living room was repurposed to potentially be used as an extra bedroom, if not used as an office. In addition, the roof was recoated in 2025. All light fixtures to convey with sale. The seller is also willing to sell the custom painted grand piano in the living room. The 2nd floor is currently entirely dedicated to the primary suite with 2 full baths; however it could be reverted to its original use of 2 bedrooms. Each bedroom has its own en suite bath & each custom designed in differing unique & notable styles. In addition, the 3 main bedrooms all have fireplaces. This gated estate boasts room for parking approximately 5-6 cars depending upon size, still leaving ample room for outdoor entertaining & enjoyment. Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own & enjoy a legacy estate for years to come! See attached for Floor Plans (completed July 2025). If sqft is important, please measure. The information herein is furnished to the best of the Listing Agent's knowledge, but is subject to verification by the purchaser & their agent. Listing Agent assumes no responsibility for correctness thereof, nor warrant the accuracy of the information or the condition of the property. Buyer to verify schools.
  1. Listed by The Cassina Group • 843-628-0008

Property Details for 42 South Battery

Architectural Style
Charleston Single
Subdivision Name
South of Broad
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2025 04:16 PM

Property Details for 42 South Battery

StatusActive
MLS #25018450
Days on Market186
Taxes$42,690 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1802
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
CountyCharleston County

Location

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Building Information for 42 South Battery

Stories4Year Built1802Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

Payment Calculator

$35,198 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$31,641

Property Taxes

$3,558

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 42 South Battery

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.770888
  • Longitude: -79.932489
  • Directions: South On Meeting Street. Right Onto South Battery Street. House Will Be On Your Right, Just After King St.
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4571601051
School Information
  • Elementary School: Memminger
  • High School: Burke
  • Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney
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
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 4637.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Other Structures: No
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 121
  • 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
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Three +
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Other, Wood
  • Heating: Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Sun
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Outside Access
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Levels: Multi-Story
  • Stories: 4
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered, Wrap Around, Porch
  • Community Features: Gated, Trash
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stoop
  • Fencing: Brick, Privacy
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private YN: Yes
  • Roof: Copper, Metal

Property History for 42 South Battery

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,980,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,880,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,600,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,598,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,498,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,495,000
Jul 3, 2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,494,000
Jul 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,492,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,980,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,880,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,600,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,598,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,498,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,495,000
07/03/2025

Price Change

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,494,000
07/03/2025

Listed (Active)

CHS Regional MLS #25018450

$6,492,000

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

Public Records for 42 South Battery

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$42,690 ($3,558 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,325 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,325 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,712 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1802CountyCHARLESTONAPN457-16-01-051Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 South Battery

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 - 3 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Memminger Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public6 to 8

Burke High School
Public9 to 12

Buist Academy
Public3 to 8

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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42 South Battery is a single family home for sale in Charleston, SC 29401. This property was listed for sale on July 3, 2025 by The Cassina Group, it's currently listed at $6,492,000. This listing's school district is Charleston 01 School District. Nearby schools include Memminger Elementary School, Simmons Pinckney Middle School and Burke High School. 42 South Battery is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 4,637 sqft single family home built in 1802.

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