79 Hester St

2,135 Sq. Ft.
$749 / Sq. Ft.
2,135
Sq. Ft.
$749
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into timeless Charleston living at 79 Hester Street -- a fully reimagined downtown retreat that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, this 2,135 sq. ft. home plus detached 475 sq. ft. guest suite is the rare combination of historic character, new construction quality, and unmatched location. The main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by wide-plank European oak-style flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. At the heart...Step into timeless Charleston living at 79 Hester Street -- a fully reimagined downtown retreat that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, this 2,135 sq. ft. home plus detached 475 sq. ft. guest suite is the rare combination of historic character, new construction quality, and unmatched location. The main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by wide-plank European oak-style flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen pairs beauty and function with a quartz waterfall island (complete with cordless charging inlay), white oak cabinetry, a GE Café double range + hood, Thermador French door refrigerator, paneled Bosch dishwasher, XO wine cooler, and a full butler's pantry. The primary suite rivals a boutique hotel with its black quartz dual vanity, custom white oak cabinetry, 32.5 sq. ft. shower, and 60-inch Gateway soaking tub. Additional bathrooms impress with Cristallo quartz, floating backlit vanities, and designer fixtures. Dual porches and a gas fireplace create inviting gathering spaces, while curated touches, from built-in shelving and shiplap walls to a preserved 1955 original window, speak to the home's history. Behind the main house, the detached guest suite offers a private haven with a full bath, laundry, and its own gas lanterns, ideal for extended family, visitors, or rental income. Modern conveniences include spray-foam insulation, a dehumidifier system, irrigation landscaping, and custom closets throughout. Outside, the fenced yard and gas lanterns complete the quintessential Charleston aesthetic. Located in the heart of Charleston's peninsula, 79 Hester Street delivers a rare turnkey opportunity: a fully reimagined historic home with designer finishes, luxury appliances, and thoughtful details in every corner.
  1. Listed by EXP Realty LLC

Property Details for 79 Hester Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Wagener Terrace
LISTING CLOSED: 01/16/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 79 Hester Street

StatusClosed
MLS #25024902
Days on Market34
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyCharleston County

Location

Listing Courtesy of EXP Realty LLC

Sold By The Cassina Group

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Building Information for 79 Hester Street

Stories2Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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$8,640 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,973

Property Taxes

$667

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 79 Hester Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.808965
  • Longitude: -79.95851
  • Directions: Take I-26 East Toward The Peninsula And Exit Onto Rutledge Avenue. Continue South On Rutledge Through The Wagener Terrace Neighborhood Until You Reach Hester Street. Turn Onto Hester.
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4630702048
School Information
  • Elementary School: James Simons
  • 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
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2135.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Other Structures: Yes, Storage, Guest House
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 47
  • 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: Central Air
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Living/Dining Combo, Pantry
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Construction Materials: Brick Veneer
  • Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
  • Roof: Asphalt

Property History for 79 Hester Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #25024902

$1,600,000
Jan 14, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926687414

$1,600,000
Dec 5, 2025

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #25024902

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Sold

CHS Regional MLS #25024902

$1,600,000
01/14/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1926687414

$1,600,000
12/05/2025

Pending

CHS Regional MLS #25024902

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Public Records for 79 Hester Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$8,010 ($667 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,870 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,870 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1955CountyCHARLESTONAPN463-07-02-048

Schools near 79 Hester Street

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
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
James Simons Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public6 to 8

Burke High School
Public9 to 12

Charleston Charter for Math and Science
Charter6 to 12

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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