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Welcome to 63 Rutledge Avenue, Apartment 27, an elegant residence within Berkeley Court, one of Charleston's enduring architectural landmarks overlooking picturesque Colonial Lake.This beautifully proportioned one-bedroom residence captures the romance and sophistication of the Roaring Twenties while offering an exceptionally livable floor plan. An inviting eat-in kitchen, gracious living room, and light-filled sunroom create a wonderful progression of spaces, each with its own character. As a coveted end unit, the residence is surrounded by an extraordinary array of 17 tall windows and soaring ceilings, filling the interiors with natural light throughout the day.The sunroom is particularly captivating, offering a front-row view across the graceful landscape and shimmering waters of Colonial Lake. By day, sunlight dances across the water; in the evening, the setting becomes even more enchanting as moonlight and the reflections of surrounding homes illuminate the lake. It is a view--and an atmosphere--rarely found in downtown Charleston. Art Deco-inspired details and the timeless elegance of the 1920s lend the residence a distinctive sense of place. Yet perhaps its greatest luxury is the lifestyle just beyond the front door. Stroll to King Street, wander along The Battery, or simply step outside and enjoy Colonial Lake and the beauty of Charleston's historic neighborhoods--all within moments of home. Commanding a prominent corner at Rutledge Avenue and Beaufain Street, Berkeley Court has been woven into the architectural fabric of Charleston for more than a century. Completed in 1922, the landmark building was designed by noted Atlanta architect G. Lloyd Preacher and developed by Edward J. Murphy, the visionary behind the celebrated Fort Sumter Hotel on The Battery. Berkeley Court was also notable as one of South Carolina's earliest fireproof apartment buildings, an innovative achievement for its time. This coveted corner unit position offers abundant natural light, remarkable lake views, historic elegance, and exceptional walkability to shops and restaurants; Apartment 27 offers a rare opportunity to experience Charleston from a residence that feels inseparable from the history and beauty of the city itself.
Harleston Village, located between Broad Street and the Ashley River, is a historic and residential Charleston neighborhood with a leafy streetscape and a waterfront edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Colonial Lake and the Meeting Street corridor, where joggers circle the water beside porch-lined blocks and small cafes. The Battery and White Point Garden frame the southern end with grand piazza houses and harbor views. The Charleston Music Hall and the Gaillard Center add a cultural pulse near the northern edge. Brick sidewalks, wrought-iron gates, and deep setbacks define the architecture. Parks and water views shape a walk-first rhythm.
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63 Rutledge Ave Apt 27 · $700,000
$699K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $699K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
40 days
The average home goes pending in 85 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.7%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Smooth ceilings
High ceilings
Elevator access
Eat-in kitchen
Family room
Entrance foyer
Sunroom
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric range
Microwave
Refrigerator
ENERGY STAR qualified appliances
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Heat pump heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Lakefront setting
Lawn maintenance included
Trash service
Tennis court(s)
Home design
Condominium
Single family attached
Three stories
Construction
Condominium structure
Utilities
Public sewer
Charleston Water Service
Dominion Energy
HOA & community
Condo association fee of $700 monthly
Central TV antenna
Elevators
Electricity and solar
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***NEW PRICE*** Incredible view & incredible location! A perfectly charming Charleston pied-a-terre, a great opportunity for downsizing, or just an affordable condominium downtown! This charming second floor 1-bedroom/1-bath condo is one of the few units that directly face Colonial Lake! Gorgeous views of the water from the living room, sun room, and bedroom! Spacious living room, sun room, and bedroom all with hardwood floors and high ceilings. Kitchen and bathroom with tile floor. A surprising amount of storage in this condo. Cute kitchen with options to reconfigure and make it an eat-in. Abundant on-street parking. On the edge of Harleston Village and South of Broad, less than a 10 min walk to The Battery, King Street, and multiple restaurants. But...it's all about the view!
Charleston Trident MLS #1018504
Jul 6, 2012
Sold
$199,000
$254/sq ft
Jul 5, 2010
Listed
$199,000
$254/sq ft
GREATLY REDUCED! Condo at Berkley Court. Great views of Colonial Lake from this corner unit. A MUST SEE.
Charleston Trident MLS #2821004
Dec 17, 2008
Listing Removed
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Jul 7, 2008
Listed
$298,000
$380/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2011327
Aug 31, 2000
Sold
$227,000
$290/sq ft
Jul 27, 2000
Listed
$230,000
$293/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 24, 1984
Sold
$47,900
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 7, 1979
Sold
$32,500
$41/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,106 (+8.2%)
$103,500 + $299,000
$402,500
2022
$5,644 (+1.2%)
$90,000 + $260,000
$350,000
2021
$5,575 (+0.7%)
2020
$5,535 (+201.6%)
$90,000 + $260,000
$350,000
2018
$1,835 (+47.0%)
2017
$1,248 (−64.8%)
2016
$3,543 (+21.4%)
2013
$2,919
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
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Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
784
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
784
Year built
1922
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Charleston County
APN
4570304133
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.
STR
SR CAT 1
AR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
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.