A thoughtfully restored, 120 year-old home with sophisticated touches throughout. Reap the benefits of 2017 new construction while still feeling the vibrant, Charleston charm of a home built in 1900. You'll have to see this property in person in order to fully appreciate the attention to detail that went into this historic renovation. When entering from the front porch, you'll be greeted by an open floor plan, 9+ ft ceilings, and original hardwood flooring throughout the living room and foyer. The living room boasts an original, re-pointed brick fireplace and leads into the spacious dining area directly off of the kitchen. Entertain in your airy kitchen with floating shelving, high-end stainless steel appliances, a wine cooler, ample cabinetry, andan inviting island with seating. French doors lead you from the master into a gracious bathroom containing a double vanity and roomy walk-in shower with two shower heads. The second spacious bedroom is just down the hall where you're greeted with another historic fireplace, hardwoods, overhead lighting, and trimmed windows, just like the master. The cozy third bedroom could additionally be used as an office, artist studio, or library. All three bedrooms have custom built closets with plenty of space. A large driveway provides ample off street parking. The laundry room and additional storage space is located on the first floor. You can access the well landscaped backyard off of the laundry room and kitchen. 61 Drake Street is located a block away from shops and restaurants at the Cigar Factory, a 5 minute walk from Upper King Street, and the historic district of downtown Charleston. Feel the past and present collide as you enjoy this historic neighborhood where some of the most skilled craftsmen of our city's history called home. This is a must see!
Listing Date: 08-01-2019
Sold Date: 01-17-2020
Aprox Days on Market: 
5 month(s), 15 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
4 Year(s), 2 month(s), 11 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $649,000
Asking Price: $625,000
Selling Price: $600,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $49,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $25,000
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 2
Levels: Two, Multi-Story
Year Built: 1900
Floors: Wood
Rent Control: No
Misc Ext: Front Porch, Porch - Full Front
Pool Private: No
Style: Craftsman, Traditional
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Entrance Foyer, Living/Dining Combo, Office, Utility
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Laundry Room
Lot Size: 0.07
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.07
Lot Sqft: 3049.2
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Architectural
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2020-01-17T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 1824
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 AgentOwned Realty Charleston Group - 843-769-5100