12 Porters Court is situated in the highly sought after Cannonborough-Elliotborough neighborhood - below the crosstown - in the heart of historic downtown Charleston. The home is privately located on a quiet pedestrian alley and is also conveniently within walking distance to King Street, MUSC, the College of Charleston, and more. Casual eateries and bars, including Chubby Fish, Xiao Bao Biscuit, Estadio, Wild Common, Bistronomy and others are also nearby. Originally built in 1852, this Charleston single offers inviting curb appeal with dual porches, Old Georgetown handmade brick hardscape with flower beds and irrigation, a courtyard with a grilling area, and new copper gutters. Inside, the 956 square foot space includes a well-sized open concept living and dining room with a fireplace,fully updated kitchen, two-bedrooms, and one-and-a-half bathrooms. Hardwood floors are found throughout the home, except in the newly tiled and renovated bathrooms. The first floor is an open concept plan. The living and dining room also have new contemporary light fixtures that modernize the historic home. The kitchen area is spacious and features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops with tile backsplash, and updated cabinetry that create a space perfect for any gourmet chef. The second floor includes two bedrooms and one full bathroom with granite-topped vanity and shower / tub combination. Both bedrooms have access to the second story porch. Additional updates of 12 Porters Court include: fresh paint throughout the first floor, master bedroom, and on both porches; new hot water heater; new upstairs HVAC unit, and new washer and dryer. 12 Porters Court is located in an ""X"" flood zone - flood insurance is not required!
Listing Date: 03-30-2021
Sold Date: 06-30-2021
Aprox Days on Market: 
2 month(s), 30 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
2 Year(s), 9 month(s), 24 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $515,000
Asking Price: $515,000
Selling Price: $523,000
Price Difference From Original:
Increase $8,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Increase $8,000
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 1
Levels: Two
Year Built: 1852
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rent Control: No
Misc Ext: Front Porch
Pool Private: No
Style: Charleston Single
Gar Pkg: Other (Use Remarks)
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Living Room
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Combo
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Size: 0.03
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.03
Lot Sqft: 1306.8
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 2
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2021-06-30T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 956
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Heating: Yes
Heat: Electric
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office Riverland Realty