With a pink stuccoed brick exterior and black storm shutters, The William Bell House circa 1798, characterizes classic Charleston charm. In the 1920s it was restored by preservationist Susan Pringle Frost, and in the 1930s the historic home was renovated by the Trowbridge Elliman family of New York. Sitting on high ground, the property did not flood in Hurricane Hugo nor since then.Off of the marble-tiled foyer, the kitchen features high ceilings and plenty of cabinet space. A separate dining room boasts beautiful architectural details including original hardwood floors and a cove ceiling. The formal living room offers stunning crown and baseboard molding, wet bar and wood burning fireplace. French doors open onto the terrace leading into the spectacular private garden. The second level master suite has built-in closets, a gas fireplace and room for a sitting area. A wrought iron balcony overlooks the garden and was added by the Elliman family in the 1930s. The master suite also offers a walk-in closet, laundry with stacked washer/dryer, and en suite bath. An office completes this level. The third floor offers three additional bedrooms. Steps lead to the fourth-floor attic for even more storage. The stunning high walled garden has been included in the Historic Charleston Foundation's House and Garden Tours. The garage and additional off-street parking for two vehicles is accessed by Longitude Lane. Just blocks from Waterfront Park and The Battery, enjoy the best of South of Broad living in this lovingly maintained historic home. Seller is moving to retirement community possession will occur after the move to retirement community which is expected to be in September 2018.
Listing Date: 03-26-2018
Sold Date: 10-01-2018
Aprox Days on Market: 
6 month(s), 4 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
5 Year(s), 6 month(s), 28 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,895,000
Asking Price: $2,895,000
Selling Price: $2,895,000
Price Difference From Original:
Same as Original Price
Price Difference From Asking:
Same as Asking Price
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 4
Levels: 3 Stories
Window Features: Some Storm Wnd/Doors, Skylight(s)
Year Built: 1798
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Privacy
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
Pool Private: No
Gar Pkg: 1 Car Garage, Detached, Off Street
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Door Features: Some Storm Door(s)
Desclocation: Bedroom, Dining Room, Gas Connection, Gas Log, Living Room, Three +, Wood Burning
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining, Study
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Size: 0.11
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre, High
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.11
Lot Sqft: 4791.6
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick, Stucco
New Construction: No
Roof: Tile
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Structure Type: Townhouse
Beds: 4
Primary Bedroom Features: Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2018-10-01T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 3700
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Electric, Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC