Welcome to 142 Spring Street -- an extraordinary opportunity to own one of downtown Charleston's most coveted and high-performing fully licensed short-term rental properties, ideally positioned within the city's highly sought-after Short Term Rental Overlay.This commercial-zoned 5-bedroom Victorian residence is a proven, turnkey investment with projected annual revenue exceeding $280,000, offering a rare combination of historic charm, luxury design, and resort-style outdoor amenities -- including something almost unheard of in downtown Charleston vacation rentals:A Private In-Ground Pool.Professionally installed in 2025, the concrete saltwater pool features a tranquil fountain, fully remote operation, and rapid gas heating system, allowing for year-round enjoyment and unmatched guest appeal. Behind the home's elegant 1890 Victorian façade lies a masterfully restored and fully modernized retreat, once featured in both Dwell Magazine and Southern Living for its thoughtful architecture and stunning design finishes. Original character remains beautifully intact with exposed brick, preserved millwork, and gleaming hardwood floors creating a one-of-a-kind Charleston atmosphere. Inside, the home offers five spacious, impeccably appointed bedrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests ideal for group travel, upscale retreats, and premium rental demand. At the heart of the home is a grand designer kitchen complete with: Viking appliances Gas range Marble countertops Exposed beams and brick accents Statement designer lighting Outside, the property lives like a private downtown compound, featuring: Double stacked front porches Ample outdoor entertaining space A walled, gated yard for privacy Private off-street gated parking another rare downtown luxury Offered fully furnished with everything needed for seamless continued operation, this home boasts stellar guest reviews and a truly turn-key hospitality setup from day one. 142 Spring Street is not just a home it is a legacy Charleston residence and one of the city's most exceptional income-producing luxury STR assets.
Single-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
3,920 sq ftLot Size
$1,118Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • Birchin Lane Realty Advisors, LLC
Bought with Elizabeth Ramsay Dickinson• The Exchange Company, LLC
Est. $6,814 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 142 Spring St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Charleston Trident MLS #26003442
Mar 11, 2026
Sold
$2,850,000
$1,118/sq ft
Feb 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 5, 2026
Listed
$2,995,000
$1,175/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #22026552
Oct 14, 2022
Sold
$1,700,000
$667/sq ft
Oct 14, 2022
Listed
$1,700,000
$667/sq ft
+16
For Comp Purposes only. Gorgeous to the studs renovation in STR Overlay.
Charleston Trident MLS #2408813
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2004
Listed
$490,000
$192/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #1305149
Aug 5, 2013
Sold
$370,000
$145/sq ft
Feb 26, 2013
Listed
$449,000
$176/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #1007845
Jan 17, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Mar 18, 2010
Listed
$535,000
$210/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2809638
Jul 29, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Mar 24, 2008
Listed
$595,000
$233/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2515605
Jul 29, 2005
Sold
$470,000
$184/sq ft
May 3, 2005
Listed
$490,000
$192/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2427723
May 2, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Oct 4, 2004
Listed
$490,000
$192/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2316564
Sep 4, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 20, 2003
Listed
$475,500
$186/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,077 (+971.9%)
$788,300 + $1,098,700
$1,887,000
2022
$2,713 (−4.7%)
2021
$2,846 (−3.6%)
2020
$2,952 (+14.6%)
2018
$2,575 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,532 (+4.4%)
2016
$2,425 (+15.1%)
2013
$2,107
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
32 ft.
Lot depth
119 ft.
Lot size
3,808 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,550
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4601102056
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
LB
OLD CITY DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5-3
AR
Limited Business District
The LB district is intended to provide for a limited variety of commercial uses and services associated with neighborhood retail, financial and office activities which are compatible with residential areas. The hours of operation for most permitted commercial uses are restricted to between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. Gasoline service stations are permitted as a conditional use. Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to bars, liquor stores, car washes as a principal use, bowling alleys, billiard parlors, dance halls, restaurants with drive-thru service windows, and automobile sales.
Zone overlays
Old City District
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Bank
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Water cleansing/ storage /conveyance
Office
Medical office
Research & development
Jul 20, 2025 • Final
Fuel gas - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Install a new utility line to support a future pool heater.
Gas
Jul 15, 2025 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Install a new electrical circuit for a pool panel. The pool must be installed according to the approved plans and shall not displace any existing parking spaces.
Electrical
Pool and hot tub
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.