This perfectly placed pied-a-terre is one of the most charming historic homes South of Broad. An 1870 gem which includes many of the original finishes such as the beautiful historic floors, doors and fireplaces. This home lives like a much larger home with an elegant and generous sized living room and dining room perfect for entertaining. The renovated ''cook's'' kitchen with eat in dining and easy access to the garden is complete with high end appliances and luxury finishes. A handsome den with a powder room is also located on the main level and could be easily converted to a 3rd bedroom and full bath. Two ensuite bedroom suites are located on the second level with renovated baths and generous closet space. The master has an additional area for a sitting area or study. There is a largebasement area that could be converted to usable space. A well designed mud room allows for additional storage. Enjoy the well landscaped private garden that wraps around the property. A bricked parking courtyard could be used for additional entertaining.
Single-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
2,178 sq ftLot Size
$1,475Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • Handsome Properties, Inc.
Bought with Denise Piper• Handsome Properties, Inc.
AN EASY STROLL TO CHARLESTON'S FINEST RESTAURANTS AND SHOPPING. THIS FABULOUS 2 BEDROOM HOME IS READY TO MOVE INTO. TALL CEILINGS, GLEAMING HEART-OF-PINE FLOORS, GARDEN, OFF-STEET PARKING, UP-TO-DATE KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, NEW DISHWASHER, FORMAL LIVING AND DINING ROOMS PLUS 2 1/2 BATHS. A SHORT WALK TO THE BATTERY FOR YOUR EVENING STROLL. A GEM AMONG COBBLESTONES.
Charleston Trident MLS #2317899
Sep 11, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jul 29, 2003
Listed
$772,500
$399/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2217117
Jul 28, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2002
Listed
$772,500
$399/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #2202454
Feb 21, 2002
Sold
$675,000
$349/sq ft
Jan 18, 2002
Listed
$675,000
$349/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 2, 1998
Sold
$350,000
$181/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,293 (+6.3%)
$995,000 + $1,255,000
$2,250,000
2022
$4,982 (−4.8%)
$676,408 + $415,580
$1,091,988
2021
$5,232 (−3.6%)
2020
$5,430 (+15.7%)
2018
$4,692 (+1.8%)
2017
$4,611 (+4.5%)
2016
$4,412 (−62.6%)
2013
$11,804
Tax history for 97 Tradd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,293 (+6.3%)
$995,000 + $1,255,000
$2,250,000
2022
$4,982 (−4.8%)
$676,408 + $415,580
$1,091,988
2021
$5,232 (−3.6%)
2020
$5,430 (+15.7%)
2018
$4,692 (+1.8%)
2017
$4,611 (+4.5%)
2016
$4,412 (−62.6%)
2013
$11,804
*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
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
33 ft.
Lot depth
67 ft.
Lot size
2,211 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,916
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charleston County
APN
4571601009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SR-5
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
AR
SR CAT 1
Single Family Residentilal District
The Single-family Residential (SR) districts allow for one-family detached dwellings with maximum densities of 17.4 units per acre respectively, with varying setback, height and lot occupancy requirements.
Zone overlays
Old and Historic District
Old City Heights District 3
Amusement and Recreation Services Overlay Zone
Residential Short Term Rental - Category 1
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Jun 4, 2025 • Final
Xdnu mechanical - single family/duplex dwelling - sub
Install new heating and air conditioning equipment.
HVAC
Dec 23, 2024 • Final
Permit - building, residential alteration
Replace the heating and air conditioning system. Re-coat the existing metal roof with the same color and material. Replace several interior light fixtures.
Electrical
HVAC
Roofing
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: High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Office, Separate Dining, Study
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Features: Gas Connection, Gas Log, Three +
Flooring: Wood
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Has basement
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Natural Gas
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Metal
Property Type
Residential
Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Property Information
Other Structures: No
Property Type: Residential
Building Information
Entry Location: Ground Level
Levels: Two
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: South of Broad
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Tax Legal Description: S TRADD 97
Tax Map Number: 4571601009
Utilities
Utility Information
Public Sewer
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle Or Junior School: Courtenay
High School: Burke
Neighborhood Information
Subdivision Name: South of Broad
MLS Area Major: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,916
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,211 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: —
County: Charleston County
APN: 4571601009
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026