A must see piece of history on Charleston's Eastside Neighborhood close to The Cigar Factory, Mt Pleasant bridges, I26 and all the food, shopping and outdoor life this gorgeous city has to offer. Step back in time as you walk in to this well preserved duplex. The downstairs has been rented on a 30 day minimum stay the owner lives upstairs. Walk or bike to one of the many parks or just uber over to one of the many festivals and events throughout the year. This house could be a perfect opportunity to house hack or live part time and bring in rental income from the other unit. A nice yard space allows your pets to have somewhere to run or get creative with how you use it. This quiet street is tucked in to one Charleston's most desirable neighborhoods and is 15 minutes to Sullivan's Island.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1880Year Built
3,049 sq ftLot Size
Listed by • The Boulevard Company
Bought with Carter Rowson• The Exchange Company, LLC
REDUCED $25,000. One of the few multi-family properties available in the entire Eastside neigbhorhood. This home is currently tenant occupied until spring of next year. Beautiful heart pine floors throughout house. If you want to be in an area that is ripe with growth this is it. The Cigar Factory is a stones throw away and features a nice mix of wonderful retail and food experiences. The two homes next door were immaculately renovated and both won the coveted Carolopolis Award. This house is an existing duplex so there is no fighting the city to try and convert it in to one. You also have the option to convert back to single family if you like. Downstairs is a one bedroom, two bath unit and upstairs is a one bed, one bath uni
Charleston Trident MLS #15028623
Jun 27, 2016
Contingent
—
Jun 21, 2016
Price Changed
$325,000
Jun 21, 2016
Relisted
—
Jun 8, 2016
Contingent
—
May 18, 2016
Price Changed
$349,800
Apr 28, 2016
Price Changed
$349,900
Apr 4, 2016
Price Changed
$374,900
Feb 2, 2016
Relisted
—
Feb 1, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Nov 23, 2015
Relisted
—
Nov 16, 2015
Contingent
—
Nov 10, 2015
Listed
$375,000
Charleston Trident MLS #2519560
Feb 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 14, 2005
Listed
$325,000
Charleston Trident MLS #1127914
Aug 22, 2012
Sold
$225,000
Dec 12, 2011
Listed
$225,000
Charleston Trident MLS #1127924
Sep 11, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Dec 12, 2011
Listed
$225,000
Charleston Trident MLS #2709964
Dec 12, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Feb 16, 2007
Listed
$225,000
Charleston Trident MLS #2519582
Dec 13, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 14, 2005
Listed
$325,000
Charleston Trident MLS #2207120
Jul 11, 2002
Sold
$118,000
Apr 25, 2002
Listed
$130,000
Charleston Trident MLS #2207123
Jul 11, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Apr 25, 2002
Listed
$130,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,468 (+8.1%)
$234,714 + $316,134
$550,848
2022
$5,057 (−0.2%)
$204,100 + $274,900
$479,000
2021
$5,067 (−0.3%)
2020
$5,085 (−10.5%)
$204,100 + $274,900
$479,000
2018
$5,682 (+60.8%)
2017
$3,534 (+15.4%)
2016
$3,063 (−8.0%)
2013
$3,329
Tax history for 8 Amherst St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,468 (+8.1%)
$234,714 + $316,134
$550,848
2022
$5,057 (−0.2%)
$204,100 + $274,900
$479,000
2021
$5,067 (−0.3%)
2020
$5,085 (−10.5%)
$204,100 + $274,900
$479,000
2018
$5,682 (+60.8%)
2017
$3,534 (+15.4%)
2016
$3,063 (−8.0%)
2013
$3,329
*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
2
Stories
2
Lot width
30 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
3,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,626
Year built
1880
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Charleston County
APN
4590604026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
DR-2F
OLD CITY DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 2.5-3
AR
SR CAT 2
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
Old City District
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Short Term Rental Overlay Zone - Category 2
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Golf related
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Financial Information
Number Of Units Total: 2
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 2
Exterior
Property Type
Residential Income
Property Information
Other Structures: No
Property Type: Residential Income
Building Information
Structure Type: Duplex
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Eastside
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: 8 AMHERST
Tax Map Number: 4590604026
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Sanders Clyde
Middle Or Junior School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: Eastside
MLS Area Major: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,626
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,000 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 4590604026
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Standard Status: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Sanders-Clyde Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
Burke High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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, 18 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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Charleston, SC • 29403
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$805,000 – $975,000
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