Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,243 sqft$714/sqft
557 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29403
Single FamilyProperty Type
3,049 sq ftLot Size
1930Year Built
$714/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to 557 Rutledge Avenue, a charming downtown Charleston home full of character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location. With 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a private driveway, and a backyard, this home offers the kind of livability that is hard to find in such a sought-after location. Inside, the home features a comfortable and functional flow with an inviting living room and dining space that connect seamlessly to the kitchen, making everyday living and entertaining effortless. Exposed...Welcome to 557 Rutledge Avenue, a charming downtown Charleston home full of character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location. With 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a private driveway, and a backyard, this home offers the kind of livability that is hard to find in such a sought-after location. Inside, the home features a comfortable and functional flow with an inviting living room and dining space that connect seamlessly to the kitchen, making everyday living and entertaining effortless. Exposed beams and beautiful architectural details add warmth and character throughout. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, a marble backsplash, brick herringbone flooring, an induction range, a new sink and faucet, and upgraded lighting. A door from the kitchen opens directly to the backyard, creating an easy indoor-outdoor connection for morning coffee, dining al fresco, or enjoying Charleston's beautiful weather. Upstairs, you will find two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, along with a conveniently located laundry closet and a versatile space ideal for a desk or reading area. The primary bedroom offers a private balcony at the front of the home. The larger of the two full baths has been renovated featuring marble floors, granite countertops, dual sinks, updated fixtures, a clawfoot soaking tub, and a frameless glass shower. Outside, the fenced backyard has been enhanced with mature landscaping, providing a private outdoor space to relax, entertain, or garden. One of the home's most appealing features is its unbeatable location. Enjoy being just steps from neighborhood favorites including Hampton Park, Welton's Tiny Bakeshop, Leon's Oyster Shop, Melfi's, Little Jack's Tavern, Chubby Fish, The Daily, and The Nook. This is downtown Charleston living at its best! Schedule your showing today.
  • Listed by: • Carolina One Real Estate 843-779-8660
Listing closed: 07/01/2026 12:00 AM • Source: CHS Regional MLS, MLS#: 26016803

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Property Information for 557 Rutledge Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Detached
  • Architectural Style: Charleston Single
  • Subdivision Name: Westside
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.795318
  • Longitude: -79.94994
  • Directions: Rutledge Avenue Between Carolina And Sumter Avenue. Home Is On Your Right.
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4600702203
School Information
  • Elementary School: James Simons
  • 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: 1243.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Other Structures: No
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 49
  • 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: No
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: One
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Living/Dining Combo
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Community Features: Trash
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Roof: Metal

Property History for 557 Rutledge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 1, 2026

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #26016803

$887,000
Jun 29, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1944976623

$887,000
Jun 12, 2026

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #26016803

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/01/2026

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #26016803

$887,000
06/29/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1944976623

$887,000
06/12/2026

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #26016803

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Public Records for 557 Rutledge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,291 ($274 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,017 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,017 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,049 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930CountyCHARLESTONAPN460-07-02-203

Schools near 557 Rutledge Avenue

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

Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public6 to 8

Burke High School
Public9 to 12

Mitchell Elementary School
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 557 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403
$887,000
2
1,243
3,049
$970,000
2
1,977
3,049
1,960
3,049
$495,000
6
4
3,023
3,049
$495,000
3
2,920
3,049
$349,000
2
2
1,160
3,485

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