$2,300,000

52 Laurens St Charleston, SC 29401

$10,000
Closing credit¹
8 beds
6 full
4,151 sqft
0.2 acres
$554 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 52 Laurens St

This south-facing, Adamesque three-story home was built in 1796 by merchant William Austin,on land leased from General Gadsden, a Revolutionary hero andmaritime import/export magnate. Incredible opportunity to own a historic mansion in infamous Ansonborough. One of the most beautiful streets in downtown Charleston, a couple blocks from the shopping/restaurants on Market and King. The property currently has 4/5 apartments to include 3bd/2bth, 1bd/1bth, 1bd/1bth, 2bd/1bth and a kitchen house with 1bd/1bth and huge cellar, the length of the kitchen house with a historic brick bread warmer. 52 Laurens can also be transitioned back to its original single family home. There are 4 off street parking spaces with with additional backyard space for more parking and/or pool.This property is unique as it boasts a large private front yard to enjoy from the huge sweeping double front 12 ft piazzas with eight 10 foot double front porch doors to allow in extensive natural sunlight. 12 foot Ceilings offer generous space with the original crown moldings and 5 fireplaces. Come experience the enrichment and warmth of this incredible home with views of the Ravenel bridge and endless steeples from the second and third floors. This is an incredible opportunity to own a piece of historical Charleston Charm.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingCentral, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,151 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1680
ParkingOff Street
MLS #24028139

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24028139
  • Office Name: Coastal Point Real Estate

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52 Laurens St

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Nearby schools

3

Memminger School Of Global Studies

Public Magnet PK-5

0.5 mi

20 Beaufain St

4

Charleston Progressive

Public Magnet PK-5

0.5 mi

382 Meeting St

2

Sanders Clyde Creative Arts Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

805 Morrison Dr

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 $58,971. Typical income of Charleston, SC residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

21%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

68%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
36%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 52 Laurens St

This home is located at 52 Laurens St in Charleston, SC and zip code 29401 in the The Peninsula neighborhood. This 4,151 square foot home, which was built in 1680, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 7, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,300,000.

In February 2025 more than 36 listings in Charleston, SC were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 40 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 149 were sold below. The number of listings in Charleston, SC increased by 17.6% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $589,685 and the average listing age was 87 days.

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

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