257 Congress Street
Charleston, SC 29403
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,193 sqft · $733/sqft
Highlights
About This Home
Positioned on a corner lot in the highly regarded Hampton Park neighborhood of Downtown Charleston, this beautifully maintained residence reflects a careful balance of historic integrity and modern refinement. Offering a wonderful sense of quality, cohesion, and turnkey ease, this home is ready to be enjoyed from day one.The light-filled main level is defined by a well-considered floor plan that supports both daily living and formal entertaining. Generous living and dining spaces are anchored by original heart pine floors, detailed crown molding, and classic wainscoting that speak to the home's enduring craftsmanship. A flexible first-floor room provides exceptional versatility, functioning seamlessly as a home office, guest suite, playroom, or optional fourth bedroom.The kitchen is both elegant and efficient, appointed with stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, and custom-style cabinetry that offers ample storage without sacrificing aesthetic appeal. Every finish has been selected to complement the home's historic character while meeting the expectations of modern living.
Upstairs, the primary suite is designed as a private retreat, featuring direct access to the upper piazza and a spa-inspired bath with a beautiful clawfoot tub, separate shower, and timeless fixtures. Two additional bedrooms and a thoughtfully designed full bath are located down the hall. A conveniently placed laundry area with built-in storage enhances functionality, while a versatile bonus space offers the flexibility to serve as an additional bedroom, office, or secondary living area.
Outdoor spaces extend the home's livability, highlighted by Charleston's iconic double piazzas, a fully fenced yard, and a newly constructed deck that creates an inviting setting for entertaining or everyday enjoyment. Ideally located just moments from Hampton Park and within close proximity to Charleston's acclaimed dining, shopping, and cultural destinations, this residence offers an exceptional opportunity to own a thoughtfully restored home in one of downtown's most desirable neighborhoods.
Property Details
Overview
- Directions
- Take Us-17s To Crosstown. Take A Right On Ashley Ave. Left On Congress. 257 Congress Will Be On Your Left On The Corner Of Congress And Parkwood Ave.
- Mlsareamajor
- 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
- Taxmapnumber
- 4600701098
- Countyorparish
- Charleston
- Propertysubtype
- Single Family Detached
- Architecturalstyle
- Charleston Single
- Constructionmaterials
- Wood Siding
Interior Features
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Electric
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Roomtype
- Family, Foyer, Laundry, Office, Separate Dining, Sun
- Windowfeatures
- Window Treatments - Some
- Laundryfeatures
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
- Interiorfeatures
- Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Entrance Foyer, Office, Separate Dining, Sun
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Architectural
- Fencing
- Privacy, Wire, Wood, Fence - Wooden Enclosed
- Otherstructures
- No
- Parkingfeatures
- Off Street
- Exteriorfeatures
- Rain Gutters
- Patioandporchfeatures
- Patio, Front Porch, Porch - Full Front
Lot And Land
- Lotfeatures
- 0 - .5 Acre, Corner Lot, Level
- Lotsizearea
- 0.09
- Lotsizeacres
- 0.09
- Lotsizeunits
- Acres
Systems And Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
- Watersource
- Public
Financial Information
- Listingterms
- Cash, Conventional
Community And Hoa
- Communityfeatures
- Trash
Room Dimensions
- Roommasterbedroomlevel
- Upper
Listed by Kylene Sullivan · Carolina One Real Estate
Location
- Address
- 257 Congress Street
- City
- Charleston, SC 29403
- Community
- Hampton Park Terrace
- County
- Charleston
Schools
- Elementary
- Memminger
- Middle
- Simmons Pinckney
- High
- Burke
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.
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