With its inviting curb appeal, classic Cape Cod charm, generous lot and two-car garage, this home enjoys a prime location across from the Terrace Theatre and several restaurants including The James, Crust and Millers All Day. Amenities including the Sunday Farmers Market, the Municipal Golf Course, and public boat landing are all close by adding to the appeal of this established and much-loved neighborhood minutes from Downtown and Folly Beach. Inside, the welcoming entry hall opens to a living room with gas fireplace and screened porch, a separate dining room, and an eat-in kitchen with a dining porch overlooking the lawn and a fenced backyard. A bedroom and full hall bath complete the first floor.Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms, a full hall bath and a private office offer comfortable accommodation and flexibility. Wood floors throughout, fresh paint, a new roof and a whole-house generator add to its appeal. Located in an 'X' flood zone, this charming home presents a wonderful opportunity for its next owner to make it their own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$429Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by • Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty
Classic updated 1950's Cape Cod home, with a bedroom and full bath downstairs and 2 bedrooms and a bath upstairs. Beautiful updated kitchen, spacious dining room and living room. Real, gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Rear and side porches, spacious fenced yard with room to store a boat, grilling patio and 2-car garage. The exterior of the home was just painted. Tankless hot water heater, separate HVAC's up and down. This home is located close to town and the beach., and is within walking distance from several great restaurants, the Terrace Theater, the Pour House, Harris Teeter, and more. Ideal for the buyer who wants a home with a nice fenced yard and a little room between houses. Located in an X zone, flood insurance not required.
Charleston Trident MLS #17008556
Mar 13, 2017
Sold
$335,000
$195/sq ft
Mar 13, 2017
Listed
$335,000
$195/sq ft
+14
Very improved home with lots of charm. Super convenient location - minutes to downtown, beaches, shopping. Walking distance to 5 restaurants, Jim Booth art gallery, The Pour House, and the Terrace movie theater. The updated kitchen has a Jenn Air dual fuel range, new cabinets, new tile floor; granite is on the way. Real hardwood throughout - upstairs and downstairs. One bedroom downstairs, 2 up, plus a bonus room or office. The home sits on over 1/4 acre lot, with room for a garden and for the kids to play. Tankless hot water, separate HVAC systems up / down, detached 2-car garage. All interior freshly painted. Gas log fireplace with chimney. Screen porch with new tile floor.
Charleston Trident MLS #2015095
Dec 8, 2000
Sold
$137,000
$80/sq ft
Oct 5, 2000
Listed
$149,900
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,315 (+7.7%)
$159,470 + $303,500
$462,970
2022
$2,149 (−4.2%)
$125,000 + $300,000
$425,000
2021
$2,242 (+24.5%)
2020
$1,801 (−5.7%)
$125,000 + $300,000
$425,000
2018
$1,909 (+43.3%)
2017
$1,332 (+4.2%)
2016
$1,278 (+14.2%)
2013
$1,119
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
121 ft.
Lot depth
235 ft.
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,714
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,714
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
3430400044
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 18-28% 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 104° 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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Historical weather
Charleston, SC • 29412
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Charleston. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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5.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 234 Howle Ave
$735,727
$727 over list price of $735K
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