36 Society Street, Charleston, SC 29401 (MLS# 26007985)

$7,200,000

36 Society Street
Charleston, SC 29401
MLS# 26007985
7 beds | 7.5 baths | 5916 sqft

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Property Description
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 façade 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...

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Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Detached

MLS List Date: 2026-03-20

Status: Active

List Price: $7,200,000

Current Price: $7,200,000

Primary Structure List Price/SqFt: 1217.04

Location Tax Legal

Tax Map #: 4580103033

Street #: 36

Street Name: Society

Street Suffix: Street

County: Charleston

State: SC

Zip Code: 29401

Area: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown

Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston

Subdivision: Ansonborough

Elementary School: Memminger

Middle School: Simmons Pinckney

High School: Burke

Directions: From East Bay, turn on to Wentworth, right onto Anson street, then another right onto Society Street. Property located on the left side.

General Property Info

Bedrooms: 7

Primary Bedroom – Main Level: No

Baths - Full: 7

Baths - Half: 1

Baths - Total: 7.5

Ground Level: Yes

Stories: 3

Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 5916

Ownership: Fee Simple

Year Built: 1840

Acreage: 0.15

Other Structures Y/N: Yes

Potential Short Sale: No

Other Structure

Other Structure Type: Guest House

Property Features

SqFt Source: Previous Listing

SF Detached Style: Charleston Single

Lot Description: 0 - .5 Acre

Misc Exterior: Fence - Iron; Patio - Covered; Pool - In Ground; Porch - Full Front

Exterior: Brick - Solid; Stucco

Misc Interior: Ceiling - Smooth; Window Treatments - All

New Owned: Pre-Owned

Rooms: Bonus; Family; Formal Living; Mother-In-Law Suite; Office; Separate Dining; Study

Primary Bedroom: Garden Tub/Shower; Upstairs

Cooling: Central Air

Floors: Wood

Heat: Forced Air

Possession: At Closing

Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy

Amenities: Cable TV; Pool; Trash

Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan

Assumable: No

Green Features: Tankless Water Heater

Supplements

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. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Charleston history, reimagined for today.

Listing Office: AgentOwned Realty Co. Premier Group, Inc.

Last Updated: April - 03 - 2026

36 Society Street, Charleston, SC 29401 - MLS# 26007985

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