If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind property, this is it! It was designed in 1970 by famed Charleston Architect, Frederick M. Ehni, designer of The Best Friend Of Charleston Railway Museum downtown. Per a Post and Courier article published on 7/14/1971 about the home, Ehni says he was hired to solve ''The mechanics of the problem of designing a home for a family of 7''. Mission accomplished, Mr. Ehni! This mid-century modern contemporary design has truly stood the test of time. This home balances the serenity and comfort you want in daily living with functional spaces and durability needed for a larger family.As you walk in the front door you are greeted by stately architecture, dentil detail, and a grand open living space. The oversized windows looking out to the backyardand 20-foot ceilings with skylights give this home's main living space a comforting glow that invites you to come relax! Right off the main living space is an open formal dining, an owner's suite, and an ensuite guest room. The oversized owner suite has dual closets, large sliding glass doors that open to a side porch, a desk area, and a recently renovated bath with dual sinks. A true sanctuary. Next to the primary, you have the guest room with a private bath, perfect for visiting in-laws or friends. Walking the stone path around the living room to the opposite side of the home, you enter into the working spaces of the home, the kitchen, laundry, and playroom. The eat-in kitchen mixes vintage with modern. The triangle layout is ideal and there is ample storage and plenty of room for everyone to gather. Coming in through the garage entry you pass a large drop zone/laundry where you can leave your sandy clothes and sports gear before stepping into the kitchen. From the kitchen, one can go right up to the bonus living/play space and 3 additional bedrooms. Each bedroom has a built-in shelving/desk and plenty of closet space. In the hall is the shared full bath with dual sinks, a convenient laundry chute, and more storage. Sitting on almost half an acre with mature landscaping there is plenty of room for your pups and play! The Sandhurst neighborhood offers one of the most convenient locations in Charleston. Your essentials are within 1 mile. You can be in the heart of Avondale in 10 min and downtown or the airport in 15. Everything else, medical facilities, gym, restaurants, and shopping are all within 3 miles. If you are a fan of Mid-Century design, this is the home for you. You just don't find homes like this in Charleston. With a new roof, HVAC, tankless water heater, electrical box, and fence, this home is ready to go! Don't let this Mid-Century gem get away. It will be hard to find another!
Sunken living room and retro feel make this 1970's home unique and interesting. Dual bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms on the first floor with three additional bedrooms on the second floor.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Heidi Huddleston
Redfin Associate agent
Unique home with generous storage. There are steps to get into the house, and a "sunken" great room with but two bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom are on the main level. Three more bedrooms are on the second floor, the stairs are located off...
of the kitchen and access to the other bedroom is through the "FROG" space.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Heidi Huddleston
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1 Sussex Rd
Date
Event
Price
Charleston Trident MLS #24007207
Apr 5, 2024
Sold
$985,000
$246/sq ft
Mar 25, 2024
Contingent
—
Mar 22, 2024
Listed
$875,000
$218/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #22024477
Feb 28, 2023
Sold
$733,500
$183/sq ft
Feb 5, 2023
Contingent
—
Nov 30, 2022
Price Changed
$750,000
$187/sq ft
Oct 21, 2022
Price Changed
$789,500
$197/sq ft
Sep 20, 2022
Listed
$825,000
$206/sq ft
+25
This dazzling home is one of a kind ~ a true gem! Featured in a 'Do You Know Your Charleston?' article in the Post & Courier on June 14, 1971, it was designed by Charleston Architect, Frederick M. Ehni. The planning and details that went into building this special home are quite impressive. The exterior of the contemporary style is unique in that it was built with redwood sheets on the exterior, one of the strongest natural building materials. The interior floor plan is open & so comfortable & boasts multi-levels of living space. The Formal/Great Rm. & principal living areas, spacious Primary Bedroom & Bathroom, and a second Bedroom & Bathroom, are on the first floor. The Great Room is 2 story & so spacious. A Playroom-Family Room, 3 Bedrooms are upstairs offers plenty of Office spacThe beautiful and spacious foyer with it's stone floors welcomes you into this warm and inviting home. The pure comfort and joy that one feels when entering this contemporary style home is obvious once inside. The Kitchen is laid out so perfectly with its' large eat-in area, built-in shelving and cabinets, and the cooking space placed in the center. Off the Kitchen is the the spacious formal Dining Room. One step down from there and you're in your amazing Great Rm/Living Room complete with wood burning fireplace. The amount of storage in this home is amazing. There are closets and built in shelving everywhere. Ample parking is offered by this 2 car plus attached carport with a covered breeze-way to your front door. Storage rooms are located on nearly every wall in the carport. This corner lot is just the right size with lots of backyard and front yard space for outdoor activities. New roof installed 12/2022. Orange Grove School is just a couple of blocks away. This location is so convenient to everywhere in Charleston via I26,526 and connecting highways within just a turn from your neighborhood!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,771 (−29.7%)
$220,000 + $765,000
$985,000
2022
$5,367 (+259.7%)
$95,699 + $236,881
$332,580
2021
$1,492 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,546 (+17.0%)
2018
$1,321 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,299 (+4.3%)
2016
$1,246 (−25.5%)
2013
$1,672
Tax history for 1 Sussex Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,771 (−29.7%)
$220,000 + $765,000
$985,000
2022
$5,367 (+259.7%)
$95,699 + $236,881
$332,580
2021
$1,492 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,546 (+17.0%)
2018
$1,321 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,299 (+4.3%)
2016
$1,246 (−25.5%)
2013
$1,672
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
125 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,005
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
3520700114
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
SR-1
SR CAT 3
Single Family Residentilal District
The Single-family Residential (SR) districts allow for one-family detached dwellings with maximum densities of 4.8 units per acre respectively, with varying setback, height and lot occupancy requirements.
Zone overlays
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 3
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Nov 13, 2023 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - alteration or addition
Replace the existing electrical panel.
Electrical
Nov 13, 2023 • Final
Mechanical - single family/duplex dwelling - alteration or addition
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: 2 Car Carport
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Separate Dining
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater