79 Church St

Charleston, SC 29401

$3,350,000
Price
4
Beds
2,703 Sq. Ft.
$1,239 / Sq. Ft.
2,703
Sq. Ft.
$1,239
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

At the storied corner of Church and Tradd Streets stands one of Charleston's most extraordinary private residences, a 17th -century home dated to 1697 by noted historian Louis Green. This rare corner property offers an increasingly elusive combination of off-street parking, a walled garden, no flood insurance requirement, no easements, a basement, attic, Tesla charger, and a private elevator, all wrapped in historic charm. Designated ''NOTABLE'' in This Is Charleston, the seminal 1944 survey of the...At the storied corner of Church and Tradd Streets stands one of Charleston's most extraordinary private residences, a 17th -century home dated to 1697 by noted historian Louis Green. This rare corner property offers an increasingly elusive combination of off-street parking, a walled garden, no flood insurance requirement, no easements, a basement, attic, Tesla charger, and a private elevator, all wrapped in historic charm. Designated ''NOTABLE'' in This Is Charleston, the seminal 1944 survey of the city's most important buildings, the home is woven deeply into Charleston's artistic legacy. From 1708-1729 it was the residence and studio of Henrietta Johnston, the first known professional artist in the American colonies. Over the centuries, it has been home to several renowned artists ofthe Charleston Renaissance and beyond, including Anna Heyward Taylor, Elizabeth O'Neill Verner, and most recently, Mary Whyte, the internationally-celebrated watercolorist. Situated at the heart of Charleston's most architecturally-significant enclave - two blocks with the highest concentration of pre-Revolutionary homes in America - the house exemplifies early construction techniques, with historic stucco over brick, just as it was built in the 17th and 18th centuries. Inside, room proportions and appointments are genteel, filled with light, and featuring large nine-over-nine windows, classic wainscoting, crown molding, fireplaces, and an atmosphere that is both refined and welcoming. A gilded elevator services all floors, including the attic. A French Country kitchen, thoughtfully added in 2016, opens onto a deep and enchanting walled garden, creating a seamless connection between interior living and outdoor enjoyment. The four bedrooms are situated on the second and third floors, while the fourth-floor attic, accessible by stairs and elevator, features headroom and a dormer window, presenting an excellent opportunity for additional living space. Beneath the living room and entry hall lies a dry basement, accessed through a discreet hatch. Your future wine cellar... The private driveway accommodates two off-street parking spaces, with an iron gate providing a graceful transition between driveway and garden. Inside, the garden unfolds as a richly layered landscape framed by an ancient brick wall. The patio and pergola offer a welcoming outdoor sitting area, while a winding path leads through lush plantings accented by azaleas, camellias, hydrangeas, and Italian Cypress. At the rear of the garden, a bluestone patio provides space for al fresco dining, grilling, and relaxed gatherings under an intimate pergola, an ideal setting for entertaining on any scale. A rare offering of history, beauty, and livability, this remarkable residence is not simply a home, it is a living piece of Charleston's cultural and architectural heritage.
  1. Listed by Maison Real Estate

Property Details for 79 Church Street

Architectural Style
Colonial
Subdivision Name
South of Broad
LISTING UPDATED: 02/05/2026 10:03 PM

Property Details for 79 Church Street

StatusActive
MLS #26003297
Days on Market1
Taxes$11,345 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1697
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,484 SF
CountyCharleston County

Location

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Building Information for 79 Church Street

Stories3Year Built1697Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,484 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,273 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$16,327

Property Taxes

$945

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 79 Church Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.774968
  • Longitude: -79.929223
  • Directions: The Northwest Corner Of Church And Tradd Sts. At Church And Broad, Turn South. Go Two Blocks South Of Broad And 79 Church Is On The North Right Corner At Tradd Street.
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4580903077
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
  • Parking Total: 0.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2703.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Lot Features: High, Level
  • Other Structures: No, Shed(s), Storage
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 61
  • 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: 1
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Living Room, Three
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Parquet, Wood
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Levels: 3 Stories
  • Stories: 3
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Lawn Irrigation, Rain Gutters, Lighting
  • Fencing: Brick
  • Roof: Slate

Property History for 79 Church Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

CHS Regional MLS #26003297

$3,350,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/04/2026

Listed (Active)

CHS Regional MLS #26003297

$3,350,000

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Public Records for 79 Church Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$10,509 ($876 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,703 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,703 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,485 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1720CountyCHARLESTONAPN458-09-03-077Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 79 Church Street

This home is within Charleston 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Memminger Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Burke High School
Public - 9 to 12
Buist Academy
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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More information about 79 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401

79 Church Street is a single family home for sale in Charleston, SC 29401. This property was listed for sale on February 4, 2026 by Maison Real Estate, it's currently listed at $3,350,000. This listing's school district is Charleston 01 School District. Nearby schools include Memminger Elementary School, Simmons Pinckney Middle School and Burke High School. 79 Church Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,703 sqft single family home built in 1697.

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