Zoned general business, this property is the perfect place for either commercial or residential uses. A legal duplex with separate meters for each floor, the property is currently rented residentially and boasts a layout that lends itself to either use. Entering the alley access of the property through President Place offers 6 off-street parking spaces (three wide, double stacked) and loads of privacy. This home is located ONE BLOCK north of MUSC, bordering the cross-town for the perfect amount of signage visibility for any commercial component. This home was originally constructed in 1890 but taken down to the studs and renovated in 2002. At that time, the owners added high-end details such as a terne metal roof, custom windows with pressure treated pine, Spanish cedar sashes **MORE**and treated lumber finishes throughout. The historic fireplaces have been sealed up and are not functional but they, along with the heart pine flooring, add the perfect amount of balance between the old charm and the new finishes!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
3,384 sq ftLot Size
$644Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • The Boulevard Company
Listed by • The Boulevard Company
Bought with Charlie Mccrary• Carolina One Real Estate
Source:Charleston Trident MLS #22016757
Redfin Estimate
$1,349,915
$693K since sold in April 2025$153K since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 50.7% higher than the average sale price ($896K) of 6 comparable homes.
Zoned general business, this property is the perfect place for either commercial or residential uses. A legal duplex with separate meters for each floor, the property is currently rented residentially and boasts a layout that lends itself to either use. Entering the alley access of the property through President Place offers 6 off-street parking spaces (three wide, double stacked) and loads of privacy. This home is located ONE BLOCK north of MUSC, bordering the cross-town for the perfect amount of signage visibility for any commercial component. This home was originally constructed in 1890 but taken down to the studs and renovated in 2002. At that time, the owners added high-end details such as a terne metal roof, custom windows with pressure treated pine, Spanish cedar sashes **MORE**and treated lumber finishes throughout. The historic fireplaces have been sealed up and are not functional but they, along with the heart pine flooring, add the perfect amount of balance between the old charm and the new finishes!
Charleston Trident MLS #18024557
Dec 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 3, 2018
Price Changed
$650,000
$310/sq ft
Aug 31, 2018
Listed
$699,900
$334/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #18024560
Dec 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 3, 2018
Price Changed
$650,000
$310/sq ft
Aug 31, 2018
Listed
$699,900
$334/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2535539
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 30, 2005
Listed
$549,000
$262/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2617575
Nov 2, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 31, 2006
Listed
$495,000
$236/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 26, 2001
Sold
$87,000
$42/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2101236
Mar 3, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jan 22, 2001
Listed
$125,000
$60/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2014494
Dec 22, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Sep 25, 2000
Listed
$99,500
$47/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 1999
Sold
$67,000
$32/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,823 (+60.3%)
$475,000 + $325,000
$800,000
2022
$8,622 (+1.2%)
$206,285 + $329,063
$535,348
2021
$8,516 (+0.7%)
2020
$8,454 (+11.9%)
2018
$7,556 (+2.3%)
2017
$7,384 (+3.4%)
2016
$7,144 (+21.5%)
2013
$5,878
Tax history for 179 Spring St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,823 (+60.3%)
$475,000 + $325,000
$800,000
2022
$8,622 (+1.2%)
$206,285 + $329,063
$535,348
2021
$8,516 (+0.7%)
2020
$8,454 (+11.9%)
2018
$7,556 (+2.3%)
2017
$7,384 (+3.4%)
2016
$7,144 (+21.5%)
2013
$5,878
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
GB
AR
OLD CITY DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5-3
SR CAT 2
General Business District
The GB district is intended to provide for a broad range of commercial uses and activities. It is the most intensive commercial zoning district. Prohibited uses include junk and salvage yards, and storage yards (except for vehicles and boats). Mini-warehouse/self-storage uses may be permitted as special exception uses subject to the approval of the Board of Zoning Appeals. Automotive repair shops, communication towers, gas stations, short term lenders, veterinary clinics, and stables may be permitted as conditional uses.
Zone overlays
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Old City District
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 2
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Laundromat
General retail
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure-Other
Office
Medical office
Marina
May 31, 2026 • Final
Fuel gas - residential standalone
Inspect the gas line to facilitate the installation of gas meters.
Gas
Mar 28, 2026 • Final
Fuel gas - residential standalone
Install two new gas lines for stoves in a residential building.
Gas
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Masonry
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Slab
Building Style Type: Victorian
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Roof Covering Type: Metal
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,096
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,048
Building Sq. Ft: 2,096
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: DESCRIPTION -179 SPRING PLATSUFFIX XXX-NONE POLTWP 005
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 3,384
Municipality Name: CITY OF CHARLESTON
Acres: 0.0777
Depth Footage: 94
Front Footage: 36
County Use Description: RESID-DUP/TRI
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: CITY OF CHARLESTON
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,096
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,384 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 4601104105
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mitchell Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Burke High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 19 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.28M – $1.55M
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