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“In Charleston, more than elsewhere, you get the feeling that the twentieth century is a vast, unconscionable mistake.”
~Pat Conroy, The Lords of Discipline
Considered one of the most beautiful, livable, and historic cities in America, Charleston is no stranger to being honored for that beauty and livability. Condé-Naste named the city its top American travel destination. Travel & Leisure Magazine ranked it the #3 city in North America to visit as well as ranking one of its downtown neighborhoods the fifth most beautiful in America. The city has also been honored as one of the country’s most romantic, sexiest, most friendly, and best dressed. Its restaurants and shops have been honored as being some of the best in the world.
Nowhere is the essence of Charleston better captured than in its historic downtown. With cobblestone streets, wrought iron gates, and meticulously maintained gardens, the centuries old antebellum homes and bustling shops along King Street present a magical place both for tourists and those lucky enough to live here. Settled in 1670 on the banks of the Ashley River, and named Charles Towne in honor of King Charles II, the city moved to its present location in 1680 to take advantage of the deeper waters of Charleston Harbor. In 1783, the city took its present name to distance itself from its days of English rule.
A city with a prominent place in both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, reminders of its history are literally at every turn in its historic downtown. There’s The Battery, the landmark seawall built on Charleston Harbor as a defense against attack during the Civil War and now a popular promenade. There’s City Market, a central part of Charleston’s economic life for more than 200 years. There are taverns and meeting halls where rebel Colonists met to plot against the British Crown, the spires of huge churches that are hundreds of years old, museums, world-class restaurants, the College of Charleston, and historic homes at every turn.
With some of the most expensive real estate to be found in the U.S., a few condominiums and homes south of Broad Street in the neighborhood closest to Charleston Harbor can occasionally be found in the low $400s. Asking prices of $4-$8 million for larger and older homes in the area are common with some homes listed for as much as $20 million. Famed author Pat Conroy penned a wonderful book centered around growing up "South of Broad". Its magic is unique and affects all who walk the streets here. Call us for an appointment to view these most wonderful homes from the old south, or look around in our communities here on the website to find the ones you like the most!
Historic Homes in Charleston
The Thomas Ball House is a beautiful Charleston single with cedar siding, 54' double piazzas, garden, gorgeous moulding, and original floors. Current owners renovated the...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22023516 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
Directly across from the Charleston Harbor, you'll find a rare opportunity to restore Charleston's only available grand home on High Battery. Here, you can enjoy breathta...
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22021909 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
This South of Broad home is perfectly situated on one of the historic downtown Charleston's most sought after and iconic streets. 59 King Street is a lovely, light-filled...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 22020952 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome Home to 47 Legare Street. A beautiful and historic home located on the highly sought after Legare Street, just South of Broad and walking distance to Battery Park...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22018477 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
Beautifully renovated 1800's masonry home situated on high ground just South of Broad. This historic gem has been transformed into a light-filled retreat just blocks from...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22018172 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
In the Heart of Charleston's Old Walled City, down a quiet one way street, sits 2 Saint Michaels Alley, shaded by distinctive Italian cypress trees. This one of a kind ar...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22015170 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
Located in the heart of downtown Charleston, this iconic residence overlooks both the Charleston Harbor and White Point Garden, exuding history and charm with one of the ...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 22014957 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
This historic single family home South of Broad offers a prime location in one of the peninsula's most coveted neighborhoods with abundant potential to create a truly stu...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22012406 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
The Magwood-Moreland House, circa 1825, is a significant, historic residence on the southernmost portion of the Charleston Peninsula. This notable piece of history was na...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 22010403 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
The Robert Walker House. Premier South of Broad location. Classic Historic Charleston single house Circa 1844. Kitchen House Circa 1809. Beautiful restorations have be...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 22007387 MLS
- South Of Broad SubDv.
- Active Status
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