Welcome to 129 Ashley Avenue located in the exclusive Harleston Village area of downtown Charleston. This beautifully restored 1870's Victorian home was thoughtfully redesigned keeping all of it's historic charm while adding all of today's modern conveniences. Enjoy the roses and jasmine scented air as you walk through the courtyard towards the welcoming front porch. Entering the home you will enjoy an open foyer which leads directly into the family room. This space offers built-in bookshelves, a fireplace and enough space for a large gathering.Continuing on, you will love the formal dining space with it's own fireplace for creating magical dinner parties. Next the fully renovated kitchen has marble counter tops, an island, a gas range, deep farmer's sink, a built-in breakfast nook, and a pantry. An addition was added off the back of the home to include an additional pantry, additional refrigerator, laundry area, drop zone and a new Dutch door leading out to a spacious screen porch. The porch will be loved by all as will the oversized back yard. The yard has just been redone with all new turf, a fire pit and a large pergola for even more charm. Beyond the pergola you will enjoy the extra storage the new shed offers. Back inside the lower level is finished off with a fully renovated full bath and closet space.The second level offers plenty of space at the landing, could be used as an office or reading area. A large open space between rooms is the perfect hang out space. Two secondary bedrooms and a full bath can also be found here.Also on the second level, down a private hall, the massive primary suite awaits. This room has tons of natural light and a newly added bath that make anyone NOT want to leave. His and Hers closets and an additional laundry hook-up can be found as well.A third level was just created on this home! The staircase replicates the original and has a secret storage space under the first step and an additional storage door was added. The two spaces upstairs could be used as bedrooms, office space, music room, kids hideout, really the options are endless. An additional walk-in storage room was created as well.This home has wood flooring throughout, additional living spaces added, updated electrical, overhauled HVAC, kitchen and baths renovated, plantation shutters added to all the windows, freshly painted inside and out and so much more.129 Ashley Avenue overlooks Cannon Park with only a short walk to shops, restaurants, MUSC and Colonial Lake Park. Also a short drive to beaches and Charleston International Airport.
Listing Date: 07-01-2023
Sold Date: 09-05-2023
Aprox Days on Market: 
2 month(s), 3 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
7 month(s), 27 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,500,000
Asking Price: $2,000,000
Selling Price: $1,900,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $600,000
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
Community Features: Park, Trash
Fullbaths: 3
Levels: 3 Stories
Year Built: 1870
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Privacy, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
Misc Ext: Patio, Porch - Full Front
Pool Private: Yes
Pool Features: Above Ground
Style: Traditional
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Entrance Foyer, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Lot Size: 0.13
Lot Desc: High, Interior Lot, Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.13
Lot Sqft: 5662.8
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Property Subtype: None
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 4
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2023-09-05T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 2907
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Heating: Yes
Heat: Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office Carolina One Real Estate - 843-779-8660