40 Laurens Street

Charleston, SC 29401

$4,800,000
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,165 Sq. Ft.
$779 / Sq. Ft.
6,165
Sq. Ft.
$779
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The grandeur of Downtown Charleston awaits at the Stephen Shrewsbury House in the coveted Ansonborough neighborhood. A solid-brick single house, 40 Laurens Street commands attention with two levels of iconic piazzas and a ground-level veranda courtyard. The circa 1809 home showcases exquisite Adamesque woodworking, including period mantels and mouldings, expertly curated by the original builder, who had a background in carpentry. With 4.5 living levels and over 6,000 square feet, this residence offers...The grandeur of Downtown Charleston awaits at the Stephen Shrewsbury House in the coveted Ansonborough neighborhood. A solid-brick single house, 40 Laurens Street commands attention with two levels of iconic piazzas and a ground-level veranda courtyard. The circa 1809 home showcases exquisite Adamesque woodworking, including period mantels and mouldings, expertly curated by the original builder, who had a background in carpentry. With 4.5 living levels and over 6,000 square feet, this residence offers ample room to entertain guests for legendary house parties. The courtyard, separate from the generous gated off-street parking area, provides an idyllic walled sanctuary with minimal maintenance for the perfect lock-and-leave lifestyle. Extensively renovated in 2021, the luxury kitchen wows with high-end finishes and appliances like the Wolf six-burner range and Sub Zero refrigerator. A handsome fireplace, lovingly incorporated into the new kitchen design, infuses the space with character. A comfortable, informal dining area completes the space, with additional refrigeration drawers and bar stool seating. Accessible by the grand staircase and the three-stop elevator, the primary suite encompasses the entire second floor, featuring a library, primary bedroom, recently renovated bath, and walk-in closet. The fourth floor offers two spacious full-height guest rooms with a shared bath - also recently redone- and a third bedroom on the upper dormer level. The Garden Level, also accessible by the elevator, provides a spacious guest or nanny suite with a dedicated living space. The location of this stunning and well-preserved property is unbeatable, within two blocks of the grocery store, close proximity to the beating heart of the city's fine dining and nightlife, cultural performance venues, and Marion Square - truly walkable to all of the best that Downtown Charleston has to offer. Live like a local in grand fashion at 40 Laurens; schedule your showing today.
  1. Listed by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 40 Laurens Street

Architectural Style
Charleston Single
Subdivision Name
Ansonborough

Location

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Property Details for 40 Laurens Street

StatusActive
MLS #24007355
Days on Market45
Taxes$9,202 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1809
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyCharleston County

Location

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Building Information for 40 Laurens Street

Stories4Year Built1809Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Payment Calculator

$26,962 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$26,196

Property Taxes

$767

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 40 Laurens Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 32.786292
  • Longitude: -79.929313
  • Directions: Corner Of E. Bay And Laurens
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Map Number: 4580101006
School Information
  • Elementary School: James Simons
  • High School: Burke
  • Middle Or Junior School: St. Andrews
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: 6165.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
  • Other Structures: None
  • New Construction YN: No
Property and Assessments
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Photos Count: 68
  • Photo Rights: I own the photos or have the right to use: Yes
  • Assumable: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Charleston Water Service
  • 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 Features: Three +
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Dining, Study
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Levels: Multi-Story
  • Stories: 4
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Full Front
  • Community Features: Elevators
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Roof: Metal

Property History for 40 Laurens Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 40 Laurens Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2022$9,036 ($753 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt6,165 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,165 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,663 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1809CountyCHARLESTONAPN458-01-01-006Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 40 Laurens 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 - 1 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
Public1 to 8

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40 Laurens Street is a single family home for sale in Charleston, SC 29401. This property was listed for sale on March 21, 2024 by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $4,800,000. This listing's school district is Charleston 01 School District. Nearby schools include Memminger Elementary School, Simmons Pinckney Middle School and Burke High School. 40 Laurens Street is a 5-bed, 3.5-bath, 6,165 sqft single family home built in 1809.

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