Nestled in Charleston's coveted South of Broad neighborhood, 20 Colonial Street is an ideal home mixing historic Charleston charm with modern updates. Just footsteps from the recently improved Colonial Lake, you are near the heart of the action on Broad Street while still maintaining a very residential feel. As you enter the home, you will notice that the owners have done a wonderful job of restoring the home while keeping its character alive. Rich hardwood floors run throughout the entire home and period details such as wainscoting and crown molding add architectural interest. A formal living room and dining room are great spots for entertaining as is the open, updated kitchen (which boasts granite counters, stainless steel appliances, beautiful wood cabinets, a center island, wet bar and a walk-in pantry). Opening from the gourmet kitchen is a cozy family room which was added to the home to give you even more living space. Four of the homes five bedrooms are located on the second floor. The master suite has a recently remodeled en suite bathroom and the hallway full bath has been renovated in a similar fashion. Two of the guest bedrooms are front-facing with access to the front porch and all of the rooms have ample closet space, beautiful hardwood floors and great natural light! The finished third floor was added in 2012 and adds even more living space with a large open room, a spacious bedroom (with a walk-in closet) and a full bathroom. Additional walk-in attic storage (including a cedar lined closet for storing out of season clothes) is also accessible from this third floor. Outside, you will find even more to enjoy! The home's inviting dual front porches provide a great spot to take in views of the lake or enjoy the warm Charleston weather, while the private backyard with a large deck is a great spot for outdoor entertaining.
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
3,277
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4571203012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
STR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
AR
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5
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 and Historic District
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Old City Heights District 2.5
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Jan 29, 2024 • Final
Permit - roofing, residential alteration/repair
Remove the existing metal roof and install new mechanically seamed metal roofing panels.
Roofing
Apr 13, 2020 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Kitchen
Remodel
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
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Media, Pantry, Separate Dining
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Three +