The Sarah Daniell Lawrence House, circa 1790, was built on this lot for the benefit of Robert Daniell's wife and daughters as specified in his will in 1787. The building was apparently completed before his death. Sarah Daniell Lawrence received this house and land by purchase from the estate of her father in 1791. The home directly faces George Street and its period can be deduced from the wide, beaded weatherboard siding and the unusual Palladian windows on each gable of the attic story. Ascending the front steps, you will be greeted by the impressive central hall, flanked on the left by the sun-lit formal dining room and on the right by an elegant living room with gas fireplace. Set off the dining room is an updated eat-in kitchen with gas range, double stacked ovens, prep sink andplenty of cabinet and counter space. Completing the first floor is a full bathroom and the family room with built-in bookcases. The master suite is located on the second floor with an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet and connecting dressing room, currently used as a guest room. Also on this story is a superb study with fireplace and another guest bedroom and full bathroom. The home's stunning interior continues to the third floor, occupied by two cozy rooms that could serve as additional guest bedrooms or studio space. The back porch off the first floor kitchen overlooks the expansive backyard and garden, surrounded by a private wall, making this a serene setting for cool fall days and warm summer months. The driveway occupies up to five cars and is currently used as a patio space, perfect for entertaining. There is indoor and outdoor access to the basement level, offering endless storage possibilities. 8 George Street is perfectly located in the heart of Charleston's Ansonborough neighborhood, just a block away from King Street shopping, neighborhood restaurants and the new Gaillard Center. There is an Exterior Easement with the Historic Charleston Foundation.
Single-familyProperty Type
1790Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$1,350Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • William Means Real Estate, LLC
Bought with Charles Sullivan• Carriage Properties LLC
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
78 ft.
Lot depth
106 ft.
Lot size
8,268 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
3,645
Year built
1790
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4580101025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 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
May 25, 2020 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Kitchen
Jul 9, 2018 • Final
Permit - painting
Remodel
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, Other (Use Remarks)
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Living, Separate Dining, Study