Historic home converted into three units and thoughtfully updated to combine the best of the old with the new. Enjoy the benefit of this first floor unit with easy access to the magnificent 320sft front porch with architectural detail reminiscent of the old south. Inside the home are additional features preserved from yesteryear such as the transom windows above interior doors, magnificently well-constructed pocket doors, and detailed fireplaces (non-functioning). From the front porch, enter the large front door into a spacious foyer. Large living room adjoins with spacious dining room. Both rooms include lots of windows for an abundance of natural light to pour in. In the dining room is a wet-bar for the perfect coffee and/or martini bar area. Also located off the dining room is a tiled half bathroom. Just off the dining room is the updated kitchen with granite counters, dishwasher, self-cleaning ceramic top range, a built-in microwave, and tile floors. Off from the kitchen is the laundry and additional cabinets. This area follows to the back entrance. All three bedrooms lead from the kitchen. Two bedrooms share a jack and jill bathroom. The master bedroom offers two closets with an additional smaller closet for additional storage area. Master bedroom also includes a private bathroom featuring a beautiful vintage vanity-sink. Two off street parking spaces are available to the residents of this unit. This well-crafted home was renovated in 2006. A Rinnai tank-less hot water heater was installed at that time. A York 3.5 ton outdoor condenser unit was installed in 2006 as well. Ideal location with easy access to Hwy 17 and I-26. Traffic Light at Hwy 17 and Rutledge offers ease of entering and exiting from driveway. Current Lease ends July 31st 2014.
CondoProperty Type
1890Year Built
$528Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • Carolina One Real Estate
Contact: 843-779-8660
Bought with Janice Ironmonger• Carolina One Real Estate
Priced below October 2007 appraisal of $550,000! Location is prime, close to MUSC Medical Center, Charleston Medical Center, Memorial Hospital, College of Charleston, and King Street shopping and restaurants! This magnificent 3 story estate was given an upscale renovation (almost complete) and was converted into 3 condominium's. This is the downstairs unit. Will consider a package deal to buy all three condomiums for a total of eight-nine bedrooms or buy individually. Perfect investment seperately or as a package deal! The property sits on approximately .23 of an acre with private, lush, professionally designed landscaping with lighting, trees, a beautiful wrought iron gate with fence, and a large concrete driveway with huge parking area for at least 6+ cars in the back. Notice the luxurious wrap around porch, back porches, and the huge solid wood/glass architecturally designed front door. Walk into the large foyer and then into the living room with fireplace and large solid wood pocket doors. Please note the large windows with detailed moldings/transoms and trim, 12' high smooth ceilings, new paint, and new upscale lighting/fans throughout. The flooring is hardwood everywhere except 16" ceramic tiles in the kitchen and baths. Leave the living room and enter the grand dining room with fireplace and wetbar. The powder room is convenient and includes a vanity with bowl and beautiful tiling work. The kitchen includes granite counters, maple cabinets, new stainless appliances including a gas stove and built in microwave, and dishwasher. Off of the kitchen is the laundry room complete with granite counters, cabinetry, and plenty of room off of the side of the house to be used also as a mud room. The master suite includes 3 closets, a fireplace and bathroom with tiled shower. The second and third bedroom share a Jack and Jill bathroom that is beautiful! All of the square footage of this Unit #A is on the first floor. The roof was just recently re-coated, the a/c/heater was replaced, and house is under termite bond. Free VESPA(motorized bicycle) at closing.
Public Records
Mar 16, 1993
Sold
$95,000
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,291 (+7.5%)
$143,682 + $354,900
$498,582
2022
$2,132 (−4.7%)
$108,387 + $325,162
$433,549
2021
$2,236 (−3.6%)
2020
$2,318 (+14.5%)
2018
$2,024 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,990 (−65.5%)
2016
$5,769 (+218.9%)
2013
$1,809
Tax history for 253 Rutledge Ave Unit A
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,291 (+7.5%)
$143,682 + $354,900
$498,582
2022
$2,132 (−4.7%)
$108,387 + $325,162
$433,549
2021
$2,236 (−3.6%)
2020
$2,318 (+14.5%)
2018
$2,024 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,990 (−65.5%)
2016
$5,769 (+218.9%)
2013
$1,809
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,620
Year built
1890
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Charleston County
APN
4600704202
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
DR-2F
ST
OLD CITY DISTRICT
AR
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5-3
Diverse Residential District
The DR districts allow multi-family residential (3 or more) dwellings and one-family attached dwellings as well as single- and two-family dwellings. Density limitations are 6.0, 9.0, 12.0, 19.4, 19.4, 26.4 and 26.4 units per acre respectively. Within the DR-1, DR-1F, DR-2, DR-2F districts, the Board of Zoning Appeals may approve as a special exception, fraternity houses, sorority houses, dormitories, and homes for the elderly.
Zone overlays
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone
Old City District
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Wet Bar, Family, Separate Dining