$2,395,000
Charleston, SC 29403
MLS# 26016869
5 beds | 4 baths | 2866 sqft
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Open House (06/14/2026 - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
Property Description
Fully and masterfully restored historic Craftsman style home that seamlessly blends timeless architectural character circa 1935 with modern functionality. Following an extensive studs-out renovation and thoughtfully designed new-construction addition, this exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to own a turnkey property where every detail has been carefully curated. The home features 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and approximately 2,900 square feet with dual primary suites upstairs and down allowing for ample living space and privacy. Original architectural elements have been meticulously preserved, including restored millwork, original oak flooring with inset detailing in the living and dining rooms, as well as elegant arched cased openings that honor the home's historic roots
Details
Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Detached
MLS List Date: 2026-06-10
Status: Active
List Price: $2,395,000
Current Price: $2,395,000
Primary Structure List Price/SqFt: 835.66
Location Tax Legal
Tax Map #: 4630803019
Street #: 894
Street Name: Rutledge
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Charleston
State: SC
Zip Code: 29403
Area: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Subdivision: North Central
Elementary School: James Simons
Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Directions: Take Rutledge Ave. North and property is located on right side in between Peachtree & Sans Souci Street.
General Property Info
Bedrooms: 5
Primary Bedroom – Main Level: Yes
Baths - Full: 4
Baths - Total: 4
Stories: 2
Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 2866
Year Built: 1935
Acreage: 0.12
Other Structures Y/N: No
Potential Short Sale: No
Property Features
SqFt Source: Hired Measurement
SF Detached Style: Bungalow; Craftsman
Lot Description: Graded; High; Level
Misc Exterior: Fence - Wooden Enclosed; Lawn Irrigation; Patio; Porch - Full Front; Some Thermal Wnd/Doors
Roof: Architectural
Exterior: Wood Siding
Foundation: Crawl Space; Elv. Construction
Misc Interior: Ceiling - Smooth; Ceilings - 9'+; Garden Tub/Shower; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closets; Window Treatments - Some
New Owned: Pre-Owned
Rooms: Family; Formal Living; Office
Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan; Downstairs; Garden Tub/Shower; Multiple Closets; Two Primary Bedrooms; Upstairs; Walk-In Closets
Cooling: Central Air; Heat Pump
Floors: Ceramic Tile; Wood
Heat: Heat Pump
Possession: At Closing
Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy
Special: Termite Bond
Amenities: Cable TV; Park; Tennis Court(s); Trash
Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan
Assumable: No
Green Features: Energy Star Appliance; Energy Star Central Heat/Air; Energy Star Insul; Energy Star Roofing; Tankless Water Heater
Supplements
Complementing these features are custom reproduction millwork, bespoke lighting fixtures, custom interior paint selections, and designer wallpaper throughout. The chef's kitchen showcases custom inset cabinetry, Thermador appliances including a paneled dishwasher, a custom alcove range with integrated side niches, quartz countertops, unlacquered brass hardware, and a clean backsplash design with minimal visible outlets. Additional specialty finishes include walnut countertops in the butler's pantry, soapstone surfaces in the bar and laundry room, and marble countertops throughout all bathrooms.
The luxurious primary suite features a custom inset vanity with an oversized marble countertop, while the secondary bathrooms are equally well-appointed, including an inset soaking tub with a marble ledge in the shared second-floor bath. A handcrafted Zellige tile fireplace surround serves as a striking focal point within the home's living spaces.
Constructed and updated with quality and longevity in mind by Salt Marsh Construction, the property features aluminum-clad windows in the addition, spray foam insulation at the roofline, Rockwool insulation and soundproofing throughout interior and exterior walls, high-efficiency 2025 Rheem HVAC systems, and a new 2025 shingle roof.
Outside, the professionally landscaped grounds include a full irrigation system, custom front fencing, rear privacy fencing, half-round gutters with underground drainage, a charming German schmear brick foundation, and a custom louvered privacy screen on the front porch that enhances both character and functionality. The extra wide tabby/oyster shell driveway allows plenty of room to park 2+ vehicles as well as a golf cart.
A rare combination of historic charm, modern efficiency, and elevated design, 894 Rutledge Avenue delivers a truly exceptional living experience in one of downtown Charleston's most desirable locations within short walk, biking or carting distance to Corinne Jones/Hester Park, Hampton Park, and several new dining destinations including OK Donna, Pelato, Park & Grove, Edmunds Oast, Berkeleys, Renzo, Huriyali, and many more.
Listing Office: The Boulevard Company
Last Updated: June - 13 - 2026
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