This refined and stately property has been thoughtfully renovated and updated for today's discerning buyer. Located in the historic and desirable Crescent neighborhood, this home sits back from the road and boasts a private backyard sanctuary. Spatially, the home is beautifully designed with attention to multiple seating and entertainment areas. The interior is both energy and sound efficient, while just outside, 31 Johnson has a large lanai which leads to your secret oasis.Porter Gaud School is a quick walk or bike ride away while downtown can be reached in 5 minutes. The Crescent was originally designed by the Olmsted Brothers (of Central Park, N.Y.C. fame), and remains one of the preeminent neighborhoods of Charleston.The Crescent was originally designed by the Olmsted Brothers (of Central Park, N.Y.C. fame), and remains one of the preeminent neighborhoods of Charleston. This is a fantastic and excellently well situated property!
Beautifully renovated home in highly sought after Crescent neighborhood. The Crescent is 5 minutes to downtown, across the street from Earthfare, Starbucks, great restaurants, and is within walking distance to Porter Gaud School. This home sits on a large lot with beautiful landscaping, pool with hot tub, and a cozy outdoor fireplace. The owner is a renowned Charleston area architect who painstakingly renovated this property. The interior features an open floor plan on the main level with a gourmet kitchen with marble counter tops and a breakfast area overlooking the terrace and pool, office/pantry area and separate library off of the great room. Walk down a few steps from the kitchen into a wonderful ground level family room/playroom with wet bar, convenient mud room and adjacent workshop. The master bedroom has its own wing with a cozy sitting room, his and hers walk-in closets, glamorous bath and an additional bedroom with its own full bath. The laundry room would make Martha Stewart smile. It has tons of storage-cubbies and bins for each family member's clothes, and an arts and crafts area. The children have their own wing which consists of three bedrooms and two full baths. Don't miss this fabulous property!
Charleston Trident MLS #2103875
Jul 18, 2001
Sold
$240,000
$60/sq ft
Mar 5, 2001
Listed
$259,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,838 (+6.0%)
$905,200 + $1,578,000
$2,483,200
2022
$6,449 (−4.8%)
$650,000 + $705,000
$1,355,000
2021
$6,774 (−3.7%)
2020
$7,031 (+12.9%)
$650,000 + $705,000
$1,355,000
2018
$6,226 (+1.8%)
2017
$6,118 (+4.5%)
2016
$5,854 (+36.6%)
2013
$4,285
Tax history for 31 Johnson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,838 (+6.0%)
$905,200 + $1,578,000
$2,483,200
2022
$6,449 (−4.8%)
$650,000 + $705,000
$1,355,000
2021
$6,774 (−3.7%)
2020
$7,031 (+12.9%)
$650,000 + $705,000
$1,355,000
2018
$6,226 (+1.8%)
2017
$6,118 (+4.5%)
2016
$5,854 (+36.6%)
2013
$4,285
*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
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
220 ft.
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
3,965
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4211000029
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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.
SR-8
SR CAT 3
Single Family Residentilal District
The Single-family Residential (SR) districts allow for one-family detached dwellings with maximum densities of 2.9 units per acre respectively, with varying setback, height and lot occupancy requirements.
Zone overlays
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 3
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Family
Appliances: Dishwasher
Fireplace Features: Two
Flooring: Wood
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Laundry Room
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 5
Room Master Bedroom Features: Multiple Closets
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Exterior
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Levels: Multi-Story
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: The Crescent
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 6118.2
Tax District: 63 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: LT 6 BLK E
Tax Map Number: 4211000029
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Utilities: SCE & G
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 175
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: St. Andrews
Middle Or Junior School: C E Williams
High School: West Ashley
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: The Crescent
MLS Area Major: 11 - West of the Ashley Inside I-526
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,965
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Charleston County
APN: 4211000029
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026