$564,900

5040 Lancaster St North Charleston, SC 29405

$6,708
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,492 sqft
0.2 acres
$379 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5040 Lancaster St

What's dull, basic, and boring? NOT this house! Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in Cameron Terrace, this classic Southern brick ranch offers something so many homes cannot- loads of character! Here you will enjoy equal parts personality and practicality - topped off with a superb location in *hot* Park Circle. This is a place where you'll experience friendly neighbors out walking their pups, kids riding bikes, and that quintessential Park Circle community vibe- which has arguably become one of Charleston's top neighborhoods- and for good reason!Curb appeal is strong with this one. Framed by a grand Magnolia tree and a welcoming front porch, this home instantly draws you in. Step inside, and you're greeted by gleaming new hardwood floors and an open, airy layout that feels bothinviting and functional. The kitchen strikes the perfect balance between vintage charm and modern functionalityits original character remains intact, while new appliances and a thoughtful layout creates the ideal backdrop for cooking and making memories with the ones you love. Just off the kitchen, is the oversized laundry/mudroomflooded with natural light and offering direct access to both the backyard and the massive carport. This spot is prime Park Circle livingwalk or bike to trendy restaurants, buzzing breweries, and cozy coffee shops. The brand-new inclusive park and North Charleston Rec Complex are just around the corner for endless outdoor fun. Plus, you're minutes from Charleston School of the Arts, Academic Magnet High School, Boeing, Joint Base Charleston, the airport, downtown, and the beaches. So many of us are torn between the practicality of something new and the vintage charm of a classic southern home. With this house, you don't have to choose - it's the best of both worlds. Major updates? Done. Charm and Character? Brimming with it. Before you settle for something basic, we invite you to come and see 5040 Lancastera home with history, heart, and a whole lot of personality.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,492 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1960
Parking2 Car Carport
MLS #25008460

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: 2 Car Carport
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $564,900
  • Price/SqFt: $378
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,919
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Turn Left Onto Holmes Ave0.2 Miturn Right Onto Mixson Ave0.3 Miat The Traffic Circle, Take The 1st Exit Onto Monitor St0.2 Miturn Left Onto Lancaster St
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,492 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
  • MLS Number: 25008460
  • Office Name: The Boulevard Company

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5040 Lancaster St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 13, 2024
Home Sold
$477,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$9,530$2,919

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

5200 Lackawanna Blvd

5

North Charleston Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.6 mi

4921 Durant Ave

4

Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.9 mi

4542 Simms Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,851. The majority of North Charleston, SC residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • MazdaMazda
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5040 Lancaster St

The listing price of 5040 Lancaster St property is $564,900.

The property 5040 Lancaster St is a house located in North Charleston, South Carolina, 29405.

Active Listing: 5040 Lancaster St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5040 Lancaster St are: North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North Charleston Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Malcolm C. Hursey Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Morningside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hanahan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Meeting Street Brentwood School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Academic Magnet High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Charleston School of the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), North Charleston High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,919 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 13, 2024 for $477,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5040 Lancaster St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 5040 Lancaster St is 1,492 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5040 Lancaster St is 1960.

This home is located at 5040 Lancaster St in North Charleston, SC and zip code 29405. This 1,492 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $564,900.

Over 26 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in North Charleston, SC. In the same period over 59 listings were sold below the listed price and 33 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March and April 2025, North Charleston, SC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 19.2%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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