Steeped in Charleston history, 8 1/2 Elliott Street is a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Holy City's storied past. Built in 1779 by merchant John Scott, the historic Scott-Foster House has witnessed centuries of Charleston life, serving as a residence, grocery, and saloon, and even housing British soldiers during the American Revolution and U.S. Navy servicemen during World War II. Recognized with a Carolopolis Award for historic preservation, this remarkable South of Broad residence beautifully blends historic character with modern comfort. A private side entrance along charming Gadsden Alley welcomes you into a distinctive two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home featuring exposed brick, custom built-ins, multiple fireplaces, and timeless architectural details. A private patio provides a charming outdoor retreat, while the home's thoughtful layout and separate entrance offer exceptional versatility. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence, an elegant Charleston pied-à-terre, or an investment opportunity, 8 1/2 Elliott Street offers a rare chance to experience historic Charleston living in one of downtown's most treasured settings.
South of Broad, located between the Battery and Broad Street, is a historic and waterfront Charleston neighborhood with grand piazza-lined mansions and quiet garden courtyards. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along East Bay Street near Rainbow Row, where carriage tours, galleries, and waterfront promenades set a polished, walkable rhythm. The Battery and White Point Garden frame the southern edge with palmettos, cannons, and harbor views. Narrow lanes such as Church Street and Meeting Street showcase Charleston single houses, wrought-iron gates, and pastel masonry. The Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon and the Gibbes Museum of Art anchor the cultural calendar. Waterfront paths along Murray Boulevard and the nearby Charleston City Marina keep the Lowcountry landscape in view.
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Market insights
8 1/2 Elliott St · $2,350,000
DAYS ON MARKET
14 days
The average home goes pending in 84 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.0%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,350,000
Median list price in this area is $780,342. (67% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
High ceilings
Smooth ceilings
Ceiling fans
Three or more fireplaces
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2.5 bathrooms
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Microwave
Refrigerator
Gas oven
Laundry & utility
Stacked washer and dryer
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Electric heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Balcony
Partial wrought-iron fencing
Home design
Single-family detached home
3 stories
Construction
Asphalt roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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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.
Zone overlays
Old City Heights District 3
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Old and Historic District
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Bank
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Water cleansing/ storage /conveyance
Office
Medical office
Research & development
Jun 3, 2024 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Repair loose plaster on exterior walls and recoat with the same color. Reinstall gutters and flashing.
Roofing
Dec 27, 2023 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Replace a damaged street lantern in a private alley with a new electric light fixture. Sand and repaint the existing light pole for reuse.
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.
Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 67-74% 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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Historical weather
Charleston, SC • 29401
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Sun exposure
50/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 8 1/2 Elliott St
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $2,150,000 and $4,600,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $2.1M to $4.6M.