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Off Market

12 John Street

Charleston, SC 29403

Off Market 253 days on market Listing ID CHSbe1fc7618608b263ddef1c6236399f53

$2,225,000

4 bd · 3 ba · 2,266 sqft · $982/sqft

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,266 Sq Ft
$982/Sq Ft
1870 Built
.29 acresSingle Family ResidenceWraggboroughMar 11, 2026

Highlights

1870 build4 bedrooms.29 acres lotSingle Family ResidenceWraggboroughFireplace

Historic Charleston Mini-Estate: Main Home + 2 Carriage Houses on Huge Lot

Historic Downtown Charleston Property. This incredible Wraggborough property is a unique Mini-Estate with a beautiful main house, plus 2 Carriage Houses on a coveted 12,400 sq ft lot. Nothing else exists like this on the Peninsula!Built in 1870, the main home at 12 John Street has 2,300 sq ft of pure soul, including large covered porch spaces to enjoy fully landscaped front and back yards. The owner has meticulously renovated this 4-bedroom, 3-bath Charleston Victorian by herself over the past 26 years. You can feel the care that went into this home as soon as you step inside. This classic home features a large full kitchen, abundant natural light from tall windows and high ceilings, plus a wood burning stove adding to the ambient mood throughout. in addition to the original four gas fireplaces. The covered front porch is the place to relax and enjoy Charleston life rolling by in historic central downtown.

Included in the offering are two detached carriage houses. Each charming cottage has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, private entrances, full kitchensperfect for guest accommodations, extended family, or rental income.

A private courtyard connects the main house and rear units, creating a peaceful retreat just steps from King Street, acclaimed dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks.

Whether you're seeking a primary residence with flexible living space, or a smart investment in one of

Charleston's most coveted neighborhoods, this rare opportunity offers exceptional value, character and an ideal, walkable location to soak up all Charleston has to offer.

Property Details

Overview

Directions
From Meeting Street At Charleston Museum, Go East On John Street. House On Left.
Mlsareamajor
51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Taxmapnumber
4591301111
Countyorparish
Charleston
Propertysubtype
Single Family Detached
Architecturalstyle
Traditional, Victorian
Constructionmaterials
Wood Siding

Interior Features

Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Flooring
Wood
Roomtype
Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Foyer, Laundry, Separate Dining
Doorfeatures
Some Storm Door(s), Some Thermal Door(s), Storm Door(s)
Windowfeatures
Some Storm Wnd/Doors, Some Thermal Wnd/Doors
Laundryfeatures
Laundry Room
Interiorfeatures
Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining

Exterior Features

Roof
Metal
Fencing
Chain Link, Partial
Otherstructures
Yes, Storage, Workshop, Guest House
Parkingfeatures
Off Street
Exteriorfeatures
Garden, Rain Gutters
Patioandporchfeatures
Patio, Front Porch, Porch - Full Front

Lot And Land

Lotfeatures
High, Level
Lotsizearea
0.29
Lotsizeacres
0.29
Lotsizeunits
Acres

Systems And Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Watersource
Public

Financial Information

Listingterms
Cash, Conventional

Room Dimensions

Roommasterbedroomlevel
Upper

Listed by Jayson Wingfield · Redfin Corporation

Location

Address
12 John Street
City
Charleston, SC 29403
Community
Wraggborough
County
Charleston
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Schools

Elementary
Memminger
Middle
Courtenay
High
Burke

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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