36 Society Street
Charleston, SC 29401
$7,200,000
An extraordinary offering in the heart of historic Ansonborough -- where Charleston's past is not only preserved, but beautifully reimagined.Constructed in 1840 by Henry Street in the years following the Great Fire, this rare double-front Greek Revival residence stands as a lasting expression of resilience, craftsmanship, and architectural significance. Its stately masonry facade and iconic piazzas set the tone before you ever step inside -- a quiet reminder that this is something far beyond the expected.Inside, the home unfolds with intention. Grand double parlors, rich in detail and proportion, create a sense of understated elegance -- where historic character is honored and thoughtfully layered with modern refinement. Every space feels curated yet livable, designed to...accommodate both intimate moments and elevated entertaining with ease.
At the center of the home, a chef's kitchen of exceptional caliber anchors daily living -- seamlessly blending performance, design, and gathering. Throughout, the residence offers a level of scale and flexibility rarely found downtown, with multiple living areas, private quarters, and opportunities for multi-generational living or discreet guest accommodations.
Beyond the interiors, a private courtyard retreat introduces an entirely different rhythm -- complete with a saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen, and thoughtfully designed gathering spaces that feel worlds away while remaining in the heart of the city.
Positioned just steps from Charleston's most celebrated dining, cultural landmarks, and waterfront views, this is a residence defined not by square footage, but by lifestyle -- walkable, storied, and deeply rooted in place.
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+ Read More| List Number Main: | 26007985 |
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| List Price: | $7,200,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Sub Type: | Single Family Detached |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms: | 7 |
| Full Baths: | 7 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Apx. Sq Ft: | 5,916 |
| Lot Size: | 6,534 |
| Acreage: | 0.15 |
| Sf Detached Style: | Charleston Single |
| City: | Charleston |
| County: | Charleston |
| Zip Code: | 29401 |
| Year Built: | 1840 |
| Area: | 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside Of Crosstown |
| Lot Size: | 0 - .5 Acre |
| Subdivision: | Ansonborough |
| High School: | Burke |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Exterior: | Brick, Stucco |
| Heat: | Forced Air |
| Misc Interior: | Ceiling - Smooth, Bonus, Family, Formal Living, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Separate Dining, Study |
| Stories/Levels: | 3 |
| Water/Sewer: | Public |
| Room Type: | Bonus, Family, Formal Living, Mother-In-Law Suite, Office, Separate Dining, Study |
| Flooring: | Wood |
| Parking Features: | Off Street |
| Pool Features: | In Ground |
| Status: | Active |
| State Or Province: | SC |
| Pool Private?: | Yes |
| Window Features: | Window Treatments |
| Directions: | From East Bay, Turn On To Wentworth, Right Onto Anson Street, Then Another Right Onto Society Street. Property Located On The Left Side. |
| Laundry Features: | Electric Dryer Hookup |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.15 |
| Building Area Total: | 5916 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Community Features: | Pool, Trash |
| Fencing: | Wrought Iron |
| Levels: | 3 Stories |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Other Structures: | Yes, Guest House |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Covered, Porch - Full Front |
| Room Primary Bedroom Features: | Garden Tub/Shower |
| Room Primary Bedroom Level: | Upper |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Utilities: | Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy |
| Basement: | false |
| Assumable: | No |
| Carport Spaces: | 0 |
| Covered Spaces: | 0 |
| Elementary School: | Memminger |
| Entry Location: | Ground Level |
| Garage Spaces: | 0 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Simmons Pinckney |
Listing Courtesy of: AgentOwned Realty Co. Premier Group, Inc.
843-819-8570
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