Unique opportunity to own a large majestic home (7,234 sq. ft.)on a large lot (approx. 20,000 sq. ft.) presently divided into 5 units. Originally it was a large single family home. The main house has 3 floors. The ground floor (1416 sq. ft.)has a large BR, full BA, LR, DR, covered porch and Kitchen. The second floor (1503 sq. ft.)also includes a large BR, full BA, LR, DR, and small Kitchen.The 3rd floor (1503 sq. ft.)also has a large BR, full BA, LR, DR, and small Kitchen, plus has access to an attic area with 2 good-sized rooms ( 650 sq. ft.)with lower ceilings. There's an attached dependency (originally 2 carriage houses)unit divided into 2 rental units. Each carriage house has LR, DR, and Kitchen on the first floor and 2 BRs and full BA on 2nd floor. Home has handsome porches withneed of repairs and paint. The lot is partially fenced by a combination of a metal, wood, and wire fence. Ample off-street parking space plus a shed divided into 6 spaces for storage and parking. 3 covered porches. Pine wood floors. Some beautiful original woodwork and high ceilings. Much potential is here but home is in need of repairs and sold in "As Is" condition. Continue to show for backup.
Single-familyProperty Type
1850Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$202Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by • Carolina One Real Estate
Bought with Thomas Bennett• Carriage Properties LLC
Source:Charleston Trident MLS #2740275
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Unique opportunity to own a large majestic home (7,234 sq. ft.)on a large lot (approx. 20,000 sq. ft.) presently divided into 5 units. Originally it was a large single family home. The main house has 3 floors. The ground floor (1416 sq. ft.)has a large BR, full BA, LR, DR, covered porch and Kitchen. The second floor (1503 sq. ft.)also includes a large BR, full BA, LR, DR, and small Kitchen.The 3rd floor (1503 sq. ft.)also has a large BR, full BA, LR, DR, and small Kitchen, plus has access to an attic area with 2 good-sized rooms ( 650 sq. ft.)with lower ceilings. There's an attached dependency (originally 2 carriage houses)unit divided into 2 rental units. Each carriage house has LR, DR, and Kitchen on the first floor and 2 BRs and full BA on 2nd floor. Home has handsome porches withneed of repairs and paint. The lot is partially fenced by a combination of a metal, wood, and wire fence. Ample off-street parking space plus a shed divided into 6 spaces for storage and parking. 3 covered porches. Pine wood floors. Some beautiful original woodwork and high ceilings. Much potential is here but home is in need of repairs and sold in "As Is" condition. Continue to show for backup.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,209 (+7.1%)
$1,038,220 + $1,634,265
$2,672,485
2022
$15,132 (−2.6%)
$902,800 + $1,421,100
$2,323,900
2021
$15,537 (−22.4%)
2020
$20,032 (+51.6%)
$902,800 + $1,421,100
$2,323,900
2018
$13,217 (+1.7%)
2017
$12,990 (+61.9%)
2016
$8,023 (−28.4%)
2013
$11,203
Tax history for 63 Smith St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,209 (+7.1%)
$1,038,220 + $1,634,265
$2,672,485
2022
$15,132 (−2.6%)
$902,800 + $1,421,100
$2,323,900
2021
$15,537 (−22.4%)
2020
$20,032 (+51.6%)
$902,800 + $1,421,100
$2,323,900
2018
$13,217 (+1.7%)
2017
$12,990 (+61.9%)
2016
$8,023 (−28.4%)
2013
$11,203
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
DR-1F
AR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
SR CAT 1
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
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Old and Historic District
Old City Heights District 3
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Jul 25, 2018 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Complete interior work on the main house.
Remodel
Feb 21, 2018 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - alteration or addition
Electrical
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 4
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Heat Pump
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Exterior
Exterior Information
Foundation Type: Unknown With Basement
Exterior Wall: Wood Siding
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 7,422
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,831
Building Sq. Ft: 7,422
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: DESCRIPTION -61 & 63 SMITH SITE NAME -& 61B PLATSUFFIX XXX-NONE POLTWP 005
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Carport
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 9,966
Garage / Carport Type: Carport
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 20,140
Municipality Name: CITY OF CHARLESTON
Acres: 0.4624
Depth Footage: 212
Front Footage: 95
County Use Description: SFR-APTS
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: CITY OF CHARLESTON
Public facts
Beds: 8
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,422
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Charleston County
APN: 4570302104
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Memminger Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
Burke High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 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 105° 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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