This Charming brick cottage combines modern upgrades, with timeless Charleston charm.Tucked away in Byrnes Downs, a highly sought after West Ashley neighborhood with no HOA, numerous biking trails, and zoned for top rated schools.This established neighborhood is only a quick walk to Avondale shops and restaurants, and features easy access to the West Ashley Greenway. Outside the windows are framed with black shutters, and the front porch features rod iron railings with a beautiful 'haint blue' painted ceiling.The left side of the home features a majestic oak, while the right side has a long driveway leading to a detached shed.Behind the front door, the low-country glamour continues with original hardwood floors throughout, and cozy, warm natural light.An open floor plan of the living, dining room and upgraded kitchen invites you even further. The traditional vintage wood shutters throughout the living area capture every bit of natural light. The kitchen has white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a contemporary subway tile backsplash. This home also features smooth ceilings, a tankless water heater, upgraded light fixtures, upgraded ceiling fans, a new HVAC unit, and new windows. Down the hallway, theres two good sized bedrooms, a laundry closet, and a full sized bathroom. The backyard opens to a large concrete paved patio perfect for entertaining, and framed by hedges for added privacy. This space opens to an additional green space, so theres plenty of room for the buyer thinking about expanding. With less than five minutes to Downtown Charleston, and 15 minutes to Folly Beach this location is unbeatable, and with all the turn-key features this endearing cottage won't last long
Stunning Byrnes Down Brick Cottage with Beautiful refinished Wood Flooring, Tile Bathroom, Freshly Painted Interior and Exterior, New Roof and New Windows in May of 2016, tankless Water Heater install 2015. This home is adorned with an abundance of low country Character. The spacious backyard is Embraced with Shading Oaks. Very convenient to Downtown Charleston, South Windermere Shopping Center with Starbucks and Earthfare.
Charleston Trident MLS #1015887
Jan 6, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 8, 2010
Listed
$229,000
$269/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2634570
Dec 11, 2006
Sold
$265,000
$311/sq ft
Oct 23, 2006
Listed
$269,900
$317/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 2003
Sold
$180,000
$211/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 2, 1998
Sold
$98,500
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 1994
Sold
$75,500
$89/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,626 (+51.0%)
$208,900 + $302,300
$511,200
2022
$1,739 (−4.6%)
$135,000 + $215,000
$350,000
2021
$1,823 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,890 (+9.0%)
$135,000 + $215,000
$350,000
2018
$1,733 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,704 (−54.7%)
2016
$3,759 (+21.3%)
2013
$3,099
Tax history for 71 Colleton Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,626 (+51.0%)
$208,900 + $302,300
$511,200
2022
$1,739 (−4.6%)
$135,000 + $215,000
$350,000
2021
$1,823 (−3.5%)
2020
$1,890 (+9.0%)
$135,000 + $215,000
$350,000
2018
$1,733 (+1.7%)
2017
$1,704 (−54.7%)
2016
$3,759 (+21.3%)
2013
$3,099
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
53 ft.
Lot depth
160 ft.
Lot size
8,276
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
852
Year built
1943
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4210100116
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
No
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Feb 21, 2023.
SR-2
SR CAT 3
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
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: Ceiling - Smooth, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Separate Dining
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Wood
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Asphalt
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Entry Location: Ground Level
Levels: One
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Byrnes Downs
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 1823
Tax District: 63 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: LT 11 BLK R
Tax Map Number: 4210100116
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Location
School Information
Elementary School: St. Andrews
Middle Or Junior School: West Ashley
High School: West Ashley
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: Byrnes Downs
MLS Area Major: 11 - West of the Ashley Inside I-526
Community Information
Community Features: Dog Park, Fitness Center, Tennis Court(s), Trash, Walk/Jog Trails