Fully Renovated Historic Home with Elevator & Apartment in Harleston Village!Welcome to 20 Bennett Street, an exquisitely renovated and reimagined residence in the heart of Harleston Village. This turnkey home combines historic Charleston charm with modern convenience, offering a flexible layout perfect for families, guests, or multigenerational living. The property includes a fully equipped apartment and an elevator servicing all levels, making this a rare and versatile downtown opportunity.The main level is filled with natural light, beginning with the elegant living room featuring oversized windows and a gas fireplace. The show-stopping chef's kitchen is the heart of the home, anchored by a large center island, custom cabinetry, and premium appliances including a Wolf range,pot filler, custom vent hood, wet bar with beverage fridge and ice maker, and a spacious walk-in pantry. A tiled backsplash and designer lighting elevate the space. Adjacent to the kitchen is a stylish dining area with built-in cabinetry. A charming office tucked nearby features built-in shelving, a desk, and designer wallpaper. Additional thoughtful touches on the main level include a mudroom with custom storage area and a powder bath beneath the staircase with lovely handcarved sink and designer wallpaper. The upper floor hosts a light-filled primary suite with generous walk-in closet and a spa-inspired bath featuring a zero-entry, arched shower, beautiful wood statement vanity with two sinks, and exquisite tilework. Three additional bedrooms each feature en suite baths with custom tile and fixtures. A cozy upstairs den/flex space with beverage fridge provides a perfect lounge space for guests or children. A large laundry room with built-in cabinetry completes the second floor, along with an additional large closet and linen closet. A brand-new addition includes a full apartment with separate access from the rear staircase, as well as a private door off the main mudroom. The apartment includes a living room, full kitchen, bedroom with walk-in closet, full bath, and space for a stackable washer/dryer ideal for extended family, aging parents, or rental income. The home was recently elevated, allowing for a spacious two-car garage with extensive storage underneath, along with a gated driveway offering ample off-street parking. This entire home was gutted to the studs, and is basically a brand new home inside a historic shell, with a new addition at the rear. There is all new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, new roof, and more. Additional design details and premium finishes include engineered 10" wide-plank white oak flooring throughout, new lighting by Visual Comfort, Hudson Valley and more, designer wallpaper, plumbing fixtures by Brizo, Signature Hardware, and Kohler, Baldwin and Rejuvenation hardware, custom cabinetry with built in drawers, and new landscaping. See list of details and renovation highlights under Documents. 20 Bennett is a truly rare find in historic downtown Charleston where historic elegance meets modern, move-in-ready convenience.
This is it! This is your opportunity to own an entire DUPLEX in the heart of Harleston Village! 20 Bennett Street was built in the early 1900s and features orginial heartpine floors, orginal mantels and windows. This stately home also has 4 fireplaces plus original wood moldings throughout. This is a prime downtown location within walking distance to to MUSC, Colonial Lake, CofC, and shops and restaurants galore! This home features off-street parking via a nice long driveway and great backyard space. The full front porch is just waiting for nice long afternoon visits with family, friends, and neighbors. The home itself is a duplex, each side with 2 bedrooms, and is in need of some TLC.You can convert this home to a single-family residence, update and live on one side and rent out the other- rent both- the opportunities for this home are endless. This will be an AS-IS sale. Come by today
Public Records
Mar 19, 1993
Sold
$215,000
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1990
Sold
$188,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,636 (+311.4%)
$484,242 + $292,008
$776,250
2022
$2,829 (−4.7%)
2021
$2,968 (−3.6%)
2020
$3,079 (+14.7%)
2018
$2,685 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,640 (+4.4%)
2016
$2,528 (+0.8%)
2013
$2,507
Tax history for 20 Bennett St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,636 (+311.4%)
$484,242 + $292,008
$776,250
2022
$2,829 (−4.7%)
2021
$2,968 (−3.6%)
2020
$3,079 (+14.7%)
2018
$2,685 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,640 (+4.4%)
2016
$2,528 (+0.8%)
2013
$2,507
*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
5
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
42 ft.
Lot depth
105 ft.
Lot size
4,410 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,166
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4570301033
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
STR
AR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
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
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
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Nov 26, 2025 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Paint the exterior of the building and replace an electrical sconce.
Electrical
Remodel
Aug 21, 2025 • Final
Mechanical - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Install split heat pump systems in the attic using metal and flexible ductwork.
Heat pump
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
Garage Information
Garage: Yes
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: 2 Car Garage, Off Street, Other, Garage Door Opener
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Living/Dining Combo, Loft, In-Law Floorplan, Study
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator