What a rare opportunity to own this circa 1876, 2 bedroom 1 Bath, condo that was originally constructed by a local longshoreman's union. This historic condo is part of one of three original homes located in the historic Smalls Alley within the Elliotborough subdivision located in downtown Charleston. This home has so much history and character!! High ceilings, beautiful arches, wide glistening heart pine floors, and tasteful paint throughout this home accent the charm! Fireplaces (not working) in living room and master bedroom, fabulous window trim in master bedroom. Foyer with transom, quaint, covered side and front porches.The kitchen comes with all the conveniences including refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, gas range and stackable washer and dryer. A separate dining room features lovely arched doorways and is open to the rest of the home. This is a great location as it close to MUSC, College of Charleston and the revamped Upper King (Midtown) district where you can walk to some of Charleston's most popular restaurants, bars, or shops! There is a large, off -street parking area located behind the property and comes with your own designated parking area. Schedule your appointment to see this historic gem as it will not last long!! Please verify all information deemed important to buyer such as schools, sq. footage, etc.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1876Year Built
2,624 sq ftLot Size
$607Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • LifeTree Real Estate, LLC
Bought with Wendy Gant• LifeTree Real Estate, LLC
Source:Charleston Trident MLS #15030062
Redfin Estimate
$1,220,298
$780K since sold in December 2025$177K since July
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This home's estimate is 50.8% higher than the average sale price ($809K) of 6 comparable homes.
What a rare opportunity to own this circa 1876, 2 bedroom 1 Bath, condo that was originally constructed by a local longshoreman's union. This historic condo is part of one of three original homes located in the historic Smalls Alley within the Elliotborough subdivision located in downtown Charleston. This home has so much history and character!! High ceilings, beautiful arches, wide glistening heart pine floors, and tasteful paint throughout this home accent the charm! Fireplaces (not working) in living room and master bedroom, fabulous window trim in master bedroom. Foyer with transom, quaint, covered side and front porches.The kitchen comes with all the conveniences including refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, gas range and stackable washer and dryer. A separate dining room features lovely arched doorways and is open to the rest of the home. This is a great location as it close to MUSC, College of Charleston and the revamped Upper King (Midtown) district where you can walk to some of Charleston's most popular restaurants, bars, or shops! There is a large, off -street parking area located behind the property and comes with your own designated parking area. Schedule your appointment to see this historic gem as it will not last long!! Please verify all information deemed important to buyer such as schools, sq. footage, etc.
Charleston Trident MLS #2812389
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 15, 2008
Listed
$274,900
$137/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #1125720
Nov 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Nov 7, 2011
Listed
$238,000
$118/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2707351
Jun 25, 2007
Sold
$259,400
$129/sq ft
Feb 23, 2007
Listed
$259,900
$129/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2317015
Jul 28, 2003
Sold
$159,000
$79/sq ft
Jul 28, 2003
Listed
$159,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,049 (+7.9%)
$407,215 + $460,460
$867,675
2022
$12,094 (+1.3%)
$354,100 + $400,400
$754,500
2021
$11,945 (+0.7%)
2020
$11,857 (−6.8%)
$354,100 + $400,400
$754,500
2018
$12,722 (+2.4%)
2017
$12,429 (+3.7%)
2016
$11,982 (+289.7%)
2013
$3,075
Tax history for 71 Spring St Unit A
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,049 (+7.9%)
$407,215 + $460,460
$867,675
2022
$12,094 (+1.3%)
$354,100 + $400,400
$754,500
2021
$11,945 (+0.7%)
2020
$11,857 (−6.8%)
$354,100 + $400,400
$754,500
2018
$12,722 (+2.4%)
2017
$12,429 (+3.7%)
2016
$11,982 (+289.7%)
2013
$3,075
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
LB
ST
AR
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5-3
OLD CITY DISTRICT
Limited Business District
The LB district is intended to provide for a limited variety of commercial uses and services associated with neighborhood retail, financial and office activities which are compatible with residential areas. The hours of operation for most permitted commercial uses are restricted to between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. Gasoline service stations are permitted as a conditional use. Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to bars, liquor stores, car washes as a principal use, bowling alleys, billiard parlors, dance halls, restaurants with drive-thru service windows, and automobile sales.