Charleston, SC 29401
- 3Beds
- 3Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 2,855SqFt
- 1779Year Built
- 0.00Acres
- MLS# 1303723
- Residential
- Single Family Attached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market3 months, 19 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- Subdivision South Of Broad
Overview
The James Cook House is one of the most desirable ""Charleston properties on the Battery!! This Home is listed in, This is Charleston, published by the Carolina Art Association. as ""Buildings Considered Notable"" This Handsome RAINBOW ROW home is 18th century and built of masonry frame, enjoys water views of the Charleston Harbor, and includes an exquisite ""Loutrel Briggs"" garden dating from 1949. This residence has been renovated to include 3 full bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. The additional master walk-in closet could be converted back into the 4th bedroom or office, if needed. Many features of the property have been updated on the interior and exterior of the home. These updates include painting inside and out, new HVAC, new exterior and interior lighting throughout, updates to the kitchen, updated garden and window boxes with irrigation, and more. The history of this lovely home dates back to the 1670 foundation. The cellar includes a part of the ""Old City Wall"" of Charleston. One interesting and romantic fact is that the stage setting of ""Porgy and Bess"" by George Gershwin was staged at 93 East Bay. The interior is open on the first 2 floors. The first floor displays beautiful exposed beams and exposed brick on the first floor with gleaming heart pine floors that lead out to the gorgeous garden. In addition, there are balconies on all floors with views of either the garden, the harbor, or East Bay Street.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 02-08-2013
Sold Date: 05-28-2013
Aprox Days on Market: 
3 month(s), 19 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
11 Year(s), 5 month(s), 18 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $1,950,000
Asking Price: $1,995,000
Selling Price: $1,950,000
Price Difference From Original:
Same as Original Price
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $45,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Bus Line
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Levels: 3 Stories
Year Built: 1779
Floors: Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Brick, Privacy
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
Pool Private: No
Garage / Parking
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Three +, Wood Burning
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Separate Dining, Study
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Info
Lot Desc: Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.00
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick
New Construction: No
Roof: Slate
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Multiple Closets
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2013-05-28T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2855
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Forced Air
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
East Bay Street Between Elliott And TraddCourtesy of listing office Handsome Properties, Inc.