$6,980,000 No Recent Price Change
42 S Battery Street
Charleston, SC 29401
  • 4Beds
  • 5Full Baths
  • N/AHalf Baths
  • 4,637SqFt
  • 1802Year Built
  • 0.20Acres
  • MLS# 25018450
  • Residential
  • Single Family Detached
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market18 days
  • AreaHistoric Charleston
  • CountyCharleston
  • Subdivision South Of Broad

Overview

Like stepping onto a Slim Aarons set, 42 South Battery, also known as the Robert Murray House is a must see! Built in 1802 & prestigiously located at the corner of King & S Battery, with views of White Point Gardens, the Battery & Charleston Harbor.This iconic estate boasts historically significant gardens designed by Loutrel Briggs which were restored in 2021, with new hardscaping & irrigation added. The crown jewel of the majestic gardens is a round plunge pool surrounded by towering palm trees & hedges. The beautiful grounds are large enough to host a party fit for the Great Gatsby!The original architectural features have been remarkably retained with preserved period details such as heart pine floors, moldings & Adams mantels.This home was extensively renovated in 2024-2025, adding exquisite curated interiors to match the exterior beauty. Notable features include: an elevator to 3 floors, bespoke Degournay wallpaper with lacquered wood trim in dining room, a heated & cooled 4th floor room was added for storage or playroom (hence the additional square footage from previous listings), exterior paint changed from yellow to pink, all new custom baths, kitchen, custom cabinetry, custom closet designs in every bedroom, tankless water heater added, interior completely repainted, double wraparound piazzas, large separate wine fridge, flex space off of the living room was repurposed to potentially be used as an extra bedroom, if not used as an office. In addition, the roof was recoated in 2025. Custom draperies & all light fixtures to convey with sale. The seller is also willing to sell the custom painted grand piano in the living room.The 2nd floor is currently entirely dedicated to the primary suite with 2 full baths; however it could be reverted to its original use of 2 bedrooms. Each bedroom has its own en suite bath & each custom designed in differing unique & notable styles. In addition, the 3 main bedrooms all have fireplaces.This gated estate boasts room for parking approximately 5-6 cars depending upon size, still leaving ample room for outdoor entertaining & enjoyment.Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own & enjoy a legacy estate for years to come! See attached for Floor Plans (completed July 2025). If sqft is important, please measure. The information herein is furnished to the best of the Listing Agent's knowledge, but is subject to verification by the purchaser & their agent. Listing Agent assumes no responsibility for correctness thereof, nor warrant the accuracy of the information or the condition of the property. Buyer to verify schools.



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:  Gated, Trash

Bathroom Info

Fullbaths:  5

Building Info

Levels:  Multi-Story

Year Built:  1802

Floors:  Other, Wood

Business Info

Rent Control:  No

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Fencing:  Brick, Privacy

Misc Ext:  Patio, Covered, Wrap Around, Porch

Exterior Features:  Lawn Irrigation, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stoop

Pool Private:  Yes

Pool Features:  In Ground

Style:  Charleston Single

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  Off Street

Garage:  No

Attached Garage:  No

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Desclocation:  Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Three +

Interior Features:  Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Sun

Fireplace:  Yes

Laundry Features:  Laundry Room

Lot Info

Lot Size:  0.20

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.20

Lot Sqft:  8712

Irrigation Water Rights:  No

Offer Compensation

Other

Mobile Home Remains:  No

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  4

Foundation:  Crawl Space

Exterior:  Block, Stucco, Wood Siding

New Construction:  No

Roof:  Copper, Metal

Property Subtype:  No

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

View:  No

Home Warranty:  No

Habitable Residence:  No

Room Info

Beds:  4

Primary Bedroom Features:  Outside Access

Room Master Bedroom Level:  Upper

Sale / Lease Info

Lease Renewal Option:  No

Lease Considered:  No

Lease Assignable:  No

Special Features

Sqft Info

Sqft:  4637

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

Heating:  Yes

Heat:  Electric

Water Sewer:  Public Sewer

Cooling:  Central Air

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  No

Schools

Elem:  Memminger

Middle:  Simmons Pinckney

High:  Burke

Directions

South On Meeting Street. Right Onto South Battery Street. House Will Be On Your Right, Just After King St.

Courtesy of listing office The Cassina Group  - 843-628-0008

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