Located on a quiet street in Charleston's highly desirable Wagener Terrace neighborhood, 3 Riverside Drive is a charming 1930's brick cottage with a white picket fence and a traditional floor plan. In addition to three full bedrooms, a living room, dining area, and cozy screened rear porch, there is also a wood-paneled bonus room with French doors and built-in bookshelves that would make for a perfect home office, library or playroom. Updates include 200 amp electrical service with a new breaker panel and hardwired smoke detectors (2023), a new roof (2021), solar panels and a tankless hot water heater. Dual driveways lead to ample off-street parking in the rear of the home.Renovation plans were recently drafted by local home builder, Tim Platt (plattco.net) and include adding a second full bathroom within the same footprint. It's a short walk or bike ride to all of the upper Peninsula's favorite spots, including the Rutledge Cab Company and the Container Bar. Schedule your showing at 3 Riverside Drive today and start living your best life in Wagener Terrace!
Centrally located in the heart of Downtown Charleston, Historic Wagener Terrace oozes southern character & charm. Flanked by The Citadel & Hampton Park, you're steps from tennis & basketball courts, soccer & baseball fields, playgrounds & a community garden. With this premium location, walk to popular restaurants & bars or just explore the beauty of the city! This one story brick cottage boasts adorable curb appeal on a spacious lot. Dual driveways lead to a rear parking pad. Relax on the large screened porch with morning coffee or evening cocktails! Step inside to be greeted with that 1930s retro vibe as you explore the flowing floor plan. If you're ready to experience the hip downtown lifestyle, you won't want to miss this opportunity!
Charleston Trident MLS #2413091
Jul 27, 2004
Sold
$170,000
$130/sq ft
May 13, 2004
Listed
$222,500
$171/sq ft
WONDERFUL LOCATION IN WAGENER TERRACE. WITH A LITTLE TLC, THIS BRICK HOME COULD BE A SHOWPLACE. JUST STEPS FROM THE MARSH AND THE ASHLEY RIVER WITH MATURE LIVE OAKS AND MAGNOLIAS. SPECIAL AMMENITIES ARE HIGH/SMOOTH CEILINGS, OPEN FLOOR PLAN, HARDWOOD FLOORS, LARGE SCREENED IN PORCH, WRAP AROUND DRIVEWAY, AND MATURE TREES.
Public Records
Jul 26, 1982
Sold
$30,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,231 (+242.0%)
$510,000 + $200,000
$710,000
2022
$3,577 (+1.2%)
2021
$3,533 (+0.7%)
2020
$3,508 (+11.8%)
2018
$3,138 (+2.3%)
2017
$3,068 (+3.3%)
2016
$2,969 (+12.3%)
2013
$2,643
Tax history for 3 Riverside Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,231 (+242.0%)
$510,000 + $200,000
$710,000
2022
$3,577 (+1.2%)
2021
$3,533 (+0.7%)
2020
$3,508 (+11.8%)
2018
$3,138 (+2.3%)
2017
$3,068 (+3.3%)
2016
$2,969 (+12.3%)
2013
$2,643
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
56 ft.
Lot depth
121 ft.
Lot size
6,776 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4630700008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SR-2
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5
AR
SR CAT 2
Single Family Residentilal District
The Single-family Residential (SR) districts allow for one-family detached dwellings with maximum densities of 7.3 units per acre respectively, with varying setback, height and lot occupancy requirements.
Zone overlays
Old City Heights District 2.5
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 2
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Aug 21, 2023 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - new service - electrical
Install a new electrical meter, exterior service disconnect, and a panelboard. Install a new electrical circuit with smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
Electrical
Electric meter
Jan 9, 2019 • Final
Permit - solar panels, residential new
Install solar panels on the roof of a residential building.
Electrical
Solar
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, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Separate Dining, Study
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Flooring: Wood
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Heat Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fence - Wooden Enclosed
Roof: Architectural
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Property Information
Other Structures: Yes, Shed(s)
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Levels: One
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Wagener Terrace
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 3577
Tax District: 63 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: PT LT 61
Tax Map Number: 4630700008
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Location
School Information
Elementary School: James Simons
Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: Wagener Terrace
MLS Area Major: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,260
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,776 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 4630700008
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026