This 1890s Charleston single, steeped in history and character while offering modern conveniences, is perfectly placed in the heart of downtown Charleston, steps from restaurants, cultural venues, and a full-service grocery. The owners' meticulous maintenance and renovation of the interior, exterior, and garden make it a turnkey property for anyone looking to move right in. The kitchen, renovated in late 2025, features top-of-the line appliances such as a Wolf oven and range and built-in Subzero refrigerator, complemented by custom cabinetry and counters and full-height backsplashes crafted from Italian marble. An eat-in dining area and sitting room niche overlook the private garden. Parking for golf cart available.The formal dining room and living room retain many of the original historic details of the home, such as crown moldings, hardwood floors, and working fireplaces. All elements of the ground level, inside and out, make for easy and joyful entertaining. The living room could also be used as a bedroom. The original staircase leads to the second floor bedrooms and two full baths. The primary suite is generously sized, featuring a walk-in closet and additional compact home office fitted with soundproofing material. The beautifully updated primary bath is bright and spacious, with dappled sunlight often brightening the herringbone tile floor, double-wide vanity, and custom-built shower. A second full bath, also bright and fully updated, is fitted with a tub. Light fills the home through the day, beginning with sunrises over the second bedroom and traditional double piazzas, continuing with afternoon light and natural shade from a Japanese maple in the kitchen and garden, and ending with quintessentially Charleston sunsets over Ansonborough roofscapes in the primary bedroom. True to the home's original design, the owners have used a sitting room adjoining the primary bedroom as a bedroom, with the first-floor living room also available for use as a bedroom.
Ansonborough, located between East Bay Street and Meeting Street, is a historic and walkable Charleston neighborhood with cobblestone blocks and pocket gardens. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Charleston City Market sheds along Market Street, where artisan stalls, galleries, and small food counters set a steady daytime hum. Brick single houses and restored townhomes line narrow lanes, with wrought-iron gates and shaded courtyards shaping the streetscape. The Gibbes Museum of Art anchors nearby cultural afternoons, while the South Carolina Aquarium adds a waterfront counterpoint at the edge of the district. Waterfront Park frames harbor breezes and long promenades, and Marion Square hosts seasonal gatherings and open-air events.
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Offer insights
17 Anson St · $2,050,000
$2M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
219 days
The average home goes pending in 84 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.0%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Family room
Entrance foyer
Separate dining room
Multiple fireplaces (including bedroom, dining room, living room) with gas connection
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Primary bedroom with ceiling fan(s) and walk-in closet(s)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Dedicated laundry room
Flooring
Wood floors
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Metal roof
Home design
Single-family detached home
Two levels
Located in Ansonborough
Construction
Residential construction
Utilities
Public sewer
Charleston Water Service
Dominion Energy
Electricity and solar
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17 Anson Street is an inviting 1890's historic home in Ansonborough, just a block and a half from the Charleston City Market and steps away from shops, dining and walkable amenities in the heart of downtown Charleston. The traditional Charleston Single house offers double piazzas and provides the perfect blend of modern updates and genuine historic charm. It features four fireplaces, heart pine floors as well as a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The first floor offers a comfortable living room as well as a separate dining area off the kitchen with a cozy sitting area to enjoy a morning cup of coffee while admiring the view of your private courtyard. Additionally, this floor features a guest bedroom and nearby access to the half bath. Upstairs you will find a sitting room with French doors that lead outside to the second-floor piazza. There is an additional guest room and updated full bath on this level. The spacious owner's suite has a separate seating area, two updated California Closets including one walk-in closet. The en suite bath has a double vanity and a shower. Outside, a charming, private courtyard includes flagstone pavers, brick planters, festive cafe lighting and an elegant dining or lounge area to entertain you and your guests. The gate for the driveway is approximately six feet wide and perfect to accommodate a golf cart. Tucked along the shady street, this home is a quiet sanctuary in one of downtown's most charming neighborhoods.
Charleston Trident MLS #1413030
Jul 10, 2015
Sold
$775,000
$410/sq ft
May 12, 2015
Contingent
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Mar 17, 2015
Listed
$825,000
$437/sq ft
+14
An Ansonborough Single House, the perfect primary home or second home if you enjoy Charleston's history, shopping and restaurants and want easy access to it all. 17 Anson is steps from Market Street. The house has heart pine floors, plantation shutters, 4 fireplaces, a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite, and the two and one half baths are also nicely updated. The first floor has a formal living room, formal dining room and kitchen and a den with a breakfast nook. From there, walk out to a private and charming courtyard with a flagstone floor,brick planters and a lovely shade tree in the corner. It's perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. The large master bedroom includes 2 closets, one nice walk-in, both California Closets. The master bath has a large shower and double vanity. The view from the windows in the master bedroom captures the beautiful shade tree in the courtyard. Another full bath upstairs serves the other bedroom and an additional room currently used as a third bedroom. Both of these rooms have gas fireplaces and overlook the upstairs porch. The porches upstairs and down can be accessed through french doors from the entrance and stairwell hall. Lender paid closings costs of 0.50% of the loan amount, redeemable only at the time of closing when financing is completed by the seller's preferred lender. Closing costs credit must be mentioned at application and may only be applied to offset actual costs. *for a Jumbo loan amount (over $417,000) the credit is 0.375%
Charleston Trident MLS #2400929
Mar 24, 2004
Sold
$545,000
$289/sq ft
Jan 5, 2004
Listed
$575,000
$304/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2008238
Aug 24, 2000
Sold
$440,000
$233/sq ft
Jun 1, 2000
Listed
$459,000
$243/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2004087
Jun 1, 2000
Listing Removed
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Mar 18, 2000
Listed
$495,000
$262/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 28, 1985
Sold
$57,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,777 (+6.2%)
$714,100 + $596,900
$1,311,000
2022
$5,441 (+21.2%)
$650,000 + $490,000
$1,140,000
2021
$4,489 (−3.6%)
2020
$4,659 (+14.9%)
2018
$4,056 (+1.7%)
2017
$3,986 (−66.1%)
2016
$11,756 (+54.2%)
2013
$7,625
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
23 ft.
Lot depth
76 ft.
Lot size
1,748 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,840
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,840
Year built
1894
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4580501089
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
STR
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
AR
SR CAT 1
Single- and Two-family Residential District
The STR district allows single-and two-family dwellings and all uses permitted in the SR districts. The minimum lot size for a two-family dwelling is 9,000 sq ft for a maximum density of 7.3 units per acre.
Zone overlays
Old City Heights District 3
Old and Historic District
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Dec 3, 2025 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Perform a kitchen renovation. Remove and replace cabinetry, relocate plumbing fixtures, and install new lighting and flooring.
Kitchen
Plumbing
Dec 3, 2025 • Final
Plumbing - sub
Perform plumbing rough-in for a kitchen sink in a new location and replace the existing ice maker box.
Kitchen
Plumbing
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.
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Charleston, SC • 29401
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Sun exposure
59/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 17 Anson St
$1,899,433
$151K under list price of $2.05M
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