This 2021 Carolopolis Award winning home is truly a treasure. Through the combined efforts of the owners, Architect Glen Keyes, Landscape Architect Sheila Wertimer, and Gochnauer Construction, the Daniel Legare House, c. 1760, has been brought back to its grandeur. The main house has a theater room, office, elevator and two laundry areas. The property also features a charming 2br guest house and has a rear courtyard with an authentic 1953 sq ft 19th century Irish pub a"probably Charleston's finest private entertainment venue. The home is considered to be the oldest surviving home in Ansonborough and was the first home in the city to be protected by a Historic Charleston Foundation easement. Lots of this size, 17,860 sq ft, rarely come on the market. This is truly a rare opportunity.Main house has 3,751 sq ft, 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, Master Shower is also Steam Room, office, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, bosch dishwasher, Wolf Gas Range, Sharp Microwave, Wine Coolers, Kitchen TV, Kitchen Island, tankless water heaters The landscape and drive feature cobblestone driveway, landscape lighting, outdoor music, 13 parking spaces, gas fire pit and a private courtyard. The Guest House, 1011 sq ft, has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a living area and nice kitchen. At the back of the property there is a 19th century Irish pub, 1,953 sq ft, which has folding doors to open up the entertainment area to the private courtyard for large events. The bar has all the equipment one would need, refrigerators, freezers, beer cooler, wine cooler, commercial dishwasher, pool table etc. The owners have hosted charitable events in this building. This sale is subject to restrictions and covenants of the Historic Charleston Foundation.
Daniel Legare House, circa 1760 - 1770. The primary building, a single house, is considered to be one of the earliest structures within the original Ansonborough suburb. Rarely does a residential lot of this size come on the market. The lot is worth approximately $2M. Private with electric gates. Main house with a total of 5 bedrooms including ground floor apartment. First floor includes media/living room, galley kitchen overlooking the garden and a mudroom with washer/dryer connections. An existing completely renovated dependency is adjacent to the house (960 sf, 2br, 1ba). The addition of a third guesthouse and/or pool in rear is an option. This sale is subject to restrictions and covenants of Historic Charleston Foundation.
Charleston Trident MLS #2213411
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
May 6, 2002
Listed
$2,450,000
$365/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2501262
Jun 21, 2005
Sold
$1,450,000
$216/sq ft
Jan 11, 2005
Listed
$1,560,000
$232/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 2004
Sold
$2,125,000
$316/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2326272
Mar 8, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Nov 10, 2003
Listed
$2,450,000
$365/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$95,982 (+111,506.5%)
$2,856,400 + $3,024,100
$5,880,500
2022
$86
2021
$86 (−99.5%)
2020
$17,016 (−57.1%)
$1,491,700 + $1,793,300
$3,285,000
2018
$39,706 (+81.7%)
2017
$21,856 (+3.0%)
2016
$21,226 (+24,581.4%)
2013
$86
Tax history for 79 Anson St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$95,982 (+111,506.5%)
$2,856,400 + $3,024,100
$5,880,500
2022
$86
2021
$86 (−99.5%)
2020
$17,016 (−57.1%)
$1,491,700 + $1,793,300
$3,285,000
2018
$39,706 (+81.7%)
2017
$21,856 (+3.0%)
2016
$21,226 (+24,581.4%)
2013
$86
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
82 ft.
Lot depth
230 ft.
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,552
Year built
1760
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4580103006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
STR
AR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
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 3
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Jul 12, 2026 • Final
Electrical - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Install all electrical bonding and wiring associated with the construction of a pool.
Electrical
Pool and hot tub
Jun 29, 2026 • Final
Permit - pool, single family/duplex - new
Install an inground gunite pool with pool edges elevated above grade.
Pool and hot tub
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
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Game, Media, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining