The Jacob Eckhard House dates back to the early 1700's and was originally built as a one story, one room structure. In 1797, Jacob Eckhard added on and built the masonry Charleston single house that currently exists. Eckhard was often regarded as the ''Father of Music in Charleston'' and was the organist and choirmaster at St. Michael's Episcopal Church. Double piazzas were removed in the 1960's and a hyphen was created to attach the carriage house to the main house in the 1980's. This added space created a beautiful family room space that overlooks the original Loutrel Briggs garden. The open plan of the kitchen flows into the family room which creates a comfortable and livable floorplan.Many of the original 18th century details exist throughout this 2 bedroom 2 bath main home including moldings, floors, and fireplaces. A small carriage house with a bedroom and bath is separate from the main house. This charming residence in nestled on one of the most historic blocks on the Charleston Peninsula. Generous parking. An exterior easement is held by the Historic Charleston Foundation.
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
132 ft.
Lot size
3,960 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,894
Year built
1797
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4571601006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SR-5
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OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
SR CAT 1
Single Family Residentilal District
The Single-family Residential (SR) districts allow for one-family detached dwellings with maximum densities of 17.4 units per acre respectively, with varying setback, height and lot occupancy requirements.
Zone overlays
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Old and Historic District
Old City Heights District 3
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Jun 20, 2023 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Bathroom
Electrical
HVAC
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
Apr 26, 2023 • Final
Mechanical - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
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: 0
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Formal Living, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Dining
Flooring: Wood
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Brick, Fence - Metal Enclosed
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Levels: Two
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: South of Broad
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: 72 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: S TRADD 103 AND 103 1/2
Tax Map Number: 4571601006
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: South of Broad
MLS Area Major: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,894
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,960 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1797
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 4571601006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026