History abounds in the c. 1796 Frederick Wolfe House. A Charleston Single that is a home of such historic significance rarely becomes available in the French Quarter. This house has what everyone is looking for: located on a corner lot on a cobblestone street, historic high ground, just one block north of Broad St. Gated off-street parking for two cars. Private, secluded garden that runs the length of the double wraparound piazzas, with lush vegetation that gives the feel of a home in the West Indies. As soon as you enter the first floor piazza, you'll feel like you've been transported back in time. Every room is flooded with light from the windows and doors, and offers views of the piazza and gardens. Original heart pine floors in the entire house. An updated and charming European kitchenwith laundry, and access to the piazza and driveway. 4 working fireplaces. The flow of the first floor is an entertainer's dream, indoors connects with outdoors from almost every room. The second floor has 2 spacious bedrooms with views of the gardens. The master bath has just been renovated with a tile shower and Japanese soaking tub. A walk-in closet that you just don't find in houses of this era. The second bedroom has 4 windows and French doors to the piazza. The charming 3rd floor has a third bedroom, half bath, plus a fourth flexible space ideal for a bedroom, office,or studio. The views of Charleston rooftops and steeples are stunning. This home is truly ideal for a primary residence, or the perfect size second home. This house was saved from demolition by the Preservation Society, who launched a major campaign in 1968 to raise the funds needed to relocate the house (it was at #21 State). They then completely renovated it, and resold it to replenish their revolving fund.
Single-familyProperty Type
1796Year Built
2,613 sq ftLot Size
$1,292Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • The Boulevard Company
Bought with Debbie Peretsman• The Boulevard Company
The Frederick Wolfe House. Circa 1796. This late Georgian, early Federal house contains most of its original mantles, woodwork & staircase. Wonderful views from the porch of charming cobblestone Chalmers street. It has the feel of not only Charleston but Barbados & Harbor Island in the Bahamas. The Preservation Society saved this house and renovated it and when you see it you will see why. Current owner has enjoyed the house so much that they lived there for 19 years. Off-street parking with electronic gates and current owner rents two parking spaces behind house for $150 per month each.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,120 (+14.6%)
$862,500 + $960,250
$1,822,750
2022
$23,667 (+1.3%)
2021
$23,372 (+0.7%)
2020
$23,200 (+388.3%)
$1,000,000 + $487,500
$1,487,500
2018
$4,752 (+1.8%)
2017
$4,670 (+4.5%)
2016
$4,469 (−67.9%)
2013
$13,918
Tax history for 19 State St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,120 (+14.6%)
$862,500 + $960,250
$1,822,750
2022
$23,667 (+1.3%)
2021
$23,372 (+0.7%)
2020
$23,200 (+388.3%)
$1,000,000 + $487,500
$1,487,500
2018
$4,752 (+1.8%)
2017
$4,670 (+4.5%)
2016
$4,469 (−67.9%)
2013
$13,918
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
45 ft.
Lot depth
60 ft.
Lot size
2,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,285
Year built
1796
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4580901021
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SR-5
AR
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
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 City Heights District 3
Old and Historic District
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Feb 6, 2023 • Final
Fuel gas - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Install gas lines and equipment.
Gas
Feb 6, 2023 • Final
Plumbing - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Perform plumbing work for a remodeling project.
Plumbing
Remodel
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