Meticulously renovated with exquisite craftsmanship, 45 South Battery offers a covetable location overlooking the Ashley River, just steps from The Battery and White Point Gardens. Inspired by the vision of designer Phoebe Howard, this impeccably decorated home offers the ability to host small to large gatherings for family and friends. The house lives larger than its 4,200 square feet, offering numerous interior and exterior entertaining spaces. The home has been transformed by recent improvements, which include every modern convenience while still keeping its old world charm. These improvements include premier HVAC systems and ductwork, an encapsulated crawl space with a dehumidifier, spray foam insulation, generator, and LED recessed lighting throughout the home.The interior offers an inviting flow from the foyer into the large living room and through to the light filled sunroom. A professionally designed chef's kitchen offers the finest appliances, brilliant marble counter tops and custom cabinetry. Rare to historic homes, there is also a large eat in area in the kitchen and wet bar leading back into the living areas. The master bedroom offers views of the Ashley River and includes a welcoming sitting room, luxurious and spacious master bath and large closet. There is an additional master suite with sitting room and newly renovated bath including stand alone shower, water closet and soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms share a beautiful jack and jill bath with fine finishes. The spacious .24 acre grounds have been professionally landscaped by renowned landscape architect Mike Able and include a new irrigation system and fountain. The outdoor patio provides ample room for dining and enjoying passing sailboats, and glorious sunsets.
Listing Date: 10-22-2017
Sold Date: 12-06-2017
Aprox Days on Market: 
1 month(s), 13 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
6 Year(s), 4 month(s), 20 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,500,000
Asking Price: $2,500,000
Selling Price: $2,400,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $100,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $100,000
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 3
Levels: Two
Year Built: 1953
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Stone, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Fence - Metal Enclosed
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
Pool Private: No
Style: Traditional
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Insulation
Desclocation: Living Room, One
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Sun
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Num Fireplaces: 1
Lot Size: 0.24
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.24
Lot Sqft: 10454.4
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick
New Construction: No
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 4
Primary Bedroom Features: Outside Access, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2017-12-06T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 4277
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office Handsome Properties, Inc.