Character abounds in this adorable 2-br, 2.5 bath condo that is 1 of only 3 units in this charming historic home. The HVAC was replaced in 2021 and the unit has been completely painted on the interior within the past 2 years. Located in the desirable Cannonborough neighborhood, this location provides walkability to shopping, restaurants, etc and is convenient to MUSC and CofC as well. There are 2 assigned parking spaces to the rear of the home for this unit and there are rear stairs up to the unit in addition to the entrance from the elegant front porch. The first floor of the unit is where you will find the main living spaces - a spacious den, a separate dining room, a light-filled kitchen and a powder room. Beautiful wood floors, windows and moldings are present throughout. Upstairsyou will find the 2 spacious bedrooms each with a full ensuite bath. The laundry closet is also conveniently located on this level. There is a good separation of space between the 2 bedrooms providing a nice level of privacy. There is also a lovely outdoor deck on the rear of the unit which can be conveniently accessed through the kitchen. This home would be an excellent primary residence or rental investment and is one that you don't want to miss!
Welcome to your oasis located in the heart of Downtown Charleston! This condominium unit is one of three within this historic home.This particular apartment spans part of the second and the entire 3rd floor. Enter from the expansive front porch facing out on Rutledge Avenue or come in from the back stairs located right next to your 2 assigned parking spaces in the back gravel lot behind the structure.Upon entering the space, you walk directly into the well spacious and laid out living room, which flows directly through the dining room in to the kitchen area. The sun filled kitchen is of good size, with a plethora of natural light coming from the multitude of windows found here. The kitchen has an additional door out to your 2nd story patio space, and staircase leading down to parking. This main floor also features a spacious half bathroom for guests off the dining room. Up the stairs are two large bedrooms featuring high ceilings, each their own en suite bathrooms. Enjoy being in walking distance to College of Charleston, many Downtown attractions, bars + restaurants as well as Upper King Street. Within several blocks, you'll find restaurants such as Xiao Bao Biscuit, Chubby Fish, Fuel, Trattoria Lucca and Elliotborough Minibar. Monthly HOA includes maintenance of common areas, pest service, monthly landscaping, exterior insurance, reserves, and overall management fee.
Charleston Trident MLS #2710714
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jan 30, 2007
Listed
$519,000
$444/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2727617
Aug 3, 2012
Sold
$209,000
$179/sq ft
Aug 2, 2007
Listed
$249,000
$213/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,964 (−52.8%)
$175,000 + $395,000
$570,000
2022
$6,278 (+263.2%)
$125,000 + $265,000
$390,000
2021
$1,728 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,791 (+14.3%)
2018
$1,567 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,541 (+4.3%)
2016
$1,477 (+11.9%)
2013
$1,320
Tax history for 253 Rutledge Ave Unit C
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,964 (−52.8%)
$175,000 + $395,000
$570,000
2022
$6,278 (+263.2%)
$125,000 + $265,000
$390,000
2021
$1,728 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,791 (+14.3%)
2018
$1,567 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,541 (+4.3%)
2016
$1,477 (+11.9%)
2013
$1,320
*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
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,170
Year built
1890
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Charleston County
APN
4600704204
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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, Separate Dining