256 -Walking distance to MUSC, The Citadel, the Riverdogs stadium, The College of Charleston and so much more that is found in historic downtown, this duplex presents an incredible opportunity for an investor or someone with a vision for a single family conversion. High ceilings, numerous brick fireplaces, renovated kitchens, beautiful hardwood floors and stunning side piazzas one both levels, this home is the perfect blend of old charm and modern renovations. A rare feature found downtown that this home boasts is off street parking! All together there are eight bedrooms, four baths and 3500+ square feet of living space. With so much close by, both the top and bottom levels have solid rental histories making for a great investment. Be the next to own a piece of historic downtown Charleston256 1/2 Privately set back off of Rutledge Avenue with beautiful palm trees on either side of the bottom and top porches of this 1890's built home offers desirable downtown living. Whether you're looking for a safe investment opportunity or a place to call home, this 4BR, 2BA home is the place for you! Big picture windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace in the living room and an eat-in kitchen create an inviting living space while the front porch and balcony are great for outdoor living. While this location is walking distance to downtown colleges, shopping, dining and historic monuments, with off street parking you'll have a safe and consistent place to park your car. Positive rental history proves this as a great investment. Do not miss out on this amazing home and location!
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
44 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
6,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,808
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4571203023
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
STR
AR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5
SR CAT 1
Single- and Two-family Residential District
The STR district allows single-and two-family dwellings and all uses permitted in the SR districts. The minimum lot size for a two-family dwelling is 9,000 sq ft for a maximum density of 7.3 units per acre.
Zone overlays
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Old and Historic District
Old City Heights District 2.5
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Aug 31, 2025 • Final
Permit - roofing, residential alteration/repair
Clean, patch, and apply two coats of roof coating to the existing roof. No structural changes are included.
Roofing
Nov 29, 2023 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Replace the front door with a new solid wood door. No structural framing changes are included.
Remodel
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
Exterior
Property Type
Residential Income
Property Information
Property Type: Residential Income
Building Information
Structure Type: Duplex, Single Family Detached
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Cannonborough
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: 256 RUTLEDGE & LINCOLN CT
Tax Map Number: 4600801158
Location
Financial Information
Number Of Units Total: 3
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 3
School Information
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: Cannonborough
MLS Area Major: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,808
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1918
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 4571203023
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Standard Status: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Memminger Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Burke High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ 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 • 29403
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.92M – $3.53M
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