Remarks: This is the original 1920 Hessie Morrah home overlooking the natural park named in her honor in Historic Overbrook. Homes overlooking the park have a highly desired location and higher value. This classic Colonial Revival home offers two city lots, English "room" gardens that are famous because of nationally acclaimed gardener, Hessie Morrah. Current homeowners have lovingly RESTORED this home to the last detail, including authentic, historically accurate light fixtures and vintage 1920's majolica tile around master BR fireplace. Many outdoor spaces for entertaining including cozy screen porch for morning coffee. The original carriage house is behind the home and the "cottage" is currently rented for one year for 899/mo, providing instant income to the new homeowner. Interior features refinished hardwood floors, original Stone Mtn fireplace in huge living room, 2 crystal chandeliers in stately diningroom. 9' ceilings, sunroom that is currently being used as a playroom with nice closet, office, powder room downstairs with original sink. Kitchen was renovated in 2015 to include exposed brick wall, high end appliances, granite ctps, soft close drawers, large island connecting to spacious breakfast area with new French doors overlooking outdoor gardens. All bedrooms are upstairs, including master suite with gorgeous fireplace, master bath renovated in 2016 with separate glass shower, clawfoot tub, hardwood floors and subway tile. All bedrooms are very large. Hall bath was renovated in 2016 with original sink and tub restored to original colors, subway tile, authentic accurate light fixtures. Guest room has its own private bath renovated and enlarged in 2018 with barn door that was the original red front door to the home! Location for this home is within one mile to downtown, walking distance to Cleveland Park and Swamp Rabbit Trail! Stone walkways, patio, and stone walls have been rebuilt around grounds. Gutters added on entire home. Natural gas grill. New shed in backyard for storage. Original shutters sanded and refinished in historically accurate dark grey. Too many features to name - you must see this once-in-a-lifetime property for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$347Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Gina Calvin• Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Greenville Downtown
Bought with Jamie Burns• Coldwell Banker Caine/Williams
One mile from downtown with easy access to Greenville's vibrant business center, area hospitals and the GSP International airport. The historic Hessie Morrah House offers the best of both worlds: immediate access to downtown with a four season garden paradise. This park front award winning 4 BR/3.5 BA home and 1 BR/1 BA guest cottage are situated in the Overbrook Historic District on two city lots. Perfect for entertaining guests in stately living room with original Stone Mtn granite fireplace and adjoining sunroom. Dinner is served from kitchen and butlers' pantry in elegant DR graced by 2 crystal chandeliers. After dinner, stroll the grounds or relax in 6 person hot tub. Screen porch is an excellent place to enjoy coffee overlooking English "room" gardens. Main floor features 9' ceilings, refinished hwfloors, a keeping room, sunroom, office, powder room. Upstairs offers 4 BR's, 3 of which include "en suite" full baths. All BRs offer views of park or gardens. Across back circle drive is the cottage. Once the carriage house, this 2 story 700 sqft hwfloor studio has LR, "old school" kitchen, 1 BR/1 BA. There is also a separate stone gardeners' potting shed a la carte.
Greater Greenville MLS #1178808
Oct 1, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Mar 31, 2009
Listed
$439,750
$126/sq ft
Greater Greenville MLS #1115992
Feb 17, 2007
Listing Removed
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Aug 28, 2006
Listed
$379,900
$109/sq ft
Greater Greenville MLS #1104622
Aug 19, 2006
Listing Removed
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Feb 22, 2006
Listed
$389,900
$111/sq ft
Public Records
May 5, 1993
Sold
$53,000
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,599 (+9.4%)
$144,320 + $571,140
$715,460
2024
$6,033 (−0.9%)
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2023
$6,090 (+3.8%)
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2022
$5,867 (+0.3%)
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2021
$5,851
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2020
$5,847 (+0.5%)
$69,720 + $522,330
$592,050
2019
$5,817 (+48.1%)
$69,720 + $522,330
$592,050
2018
$3,928 (−0.2%)
$69,720 + $296,110
$365,830
2017
$3,938 (+2.6%)
$69,720 + $296,110
$365,830
2016
$3,838 (+63.2%)
$69,720 + $296,110
$365,830
2014
$2,352 (+2.3%)
$69,720 + $141,830
$211,550
2013
$2,299
$3,177 + $6,210
$9,387
Tax history for 212 Overbrook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,599 (+9.4%)
$144,320 + $571,140
$715,460
2024
$6,033 (−0.9%)
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2023
$6,090 (+3.8%)
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2022
$5,867 (+0.3%)
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2021
$5,851
$70,820 + $551,340
$622,160
2020
$5,847 (+0.5%)
$69,720 + $522,330
$592,050
2019
$5,817 (+48.1%)
$69,720 + $522,330
$592,050
2018
$3,928 (−0.2%)
$69,720 + $296,110
$365,830
2017
$3,938 (+2.6%)
$69,720 + $296,110
$365,830
2016
$3,838 (+63.2%)
$69,720 + $296,110
$365,830
2014
$2,352 (+2.3%)
$69,720 + $141,830
$211,550
2013
$2,299
$3,177 + $6,210
$9,387
*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
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,496
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greenville County
APN
0191000700200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
RH-C
House C District
A walkable neighborhood environment intended to accommodate a variety of low-intensity housing options including single-family homes and accessory units, supporting and within walking distance of neighborhoodserving retail, food and service uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Communications tower
Park & open space
May 19, 2002 • Final
Electrical, alterations and upgrades
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Driveway: Circular, Extra Pad, Paved
Interior
Bedroom Information
Primary Bedroom Features: Full Bath, Primary on 2nd Lvl, Shower-Separate, Fireplace
Master Bedroom Size: 17 x 14
2nd Bedroom Size: 13 x 12
3rd Bedroom Size: 24 x 13
Bedroom # 4 Size: 19 x 12
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Interior Features
Second Living Quarters: Detached
Cable Available, Ceiling (9 Ft +), Ceiling (Fan), Ceiling (Smooth), Countertops (Granite), Security System (Owned), Some Window Treatments
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas Logs
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Stand Alone Range (Gas), Refrigerator
Floors: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Parquet
Kitchen/Dining Room
Kitchen Size: 16 x 10
Dining Room Size: 24 x 16
Sq. Ft. Information
Sq. Ft. Finished and Heated: 3400-3599
Room Information
# of Rooms Below Grade: 0
# of Bedrooms Main Level: 0
Living Room Size: 23 x 16
Approx. Living Room Size: 23x16
Laundry: 2nd Floor, Walk-in
Florida Size: 15 x 10
Breakfast Room Size: 17 x 10
Laundry, Office/Study, Sun Room
Other Room Information
Unfinished
Other Rooms Finished Sq Ft Range: 0700-999
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio, Porch (Front), Porch (Screened), Sprinkler in Ground (Partial Yard), Some Storm Doors
Roof: Architectural
Exterior Finish: Aluminum Siding, Wood
Property Information
Lead Based Paint Discovery Required
Residential Property Discovery Required
Lot Information
Lot Description: Level, Sloped Gently, Some Trees
Approximate Lot Dimensions: 132x172x110x175
Lot Size/Acreage: 1/2 Acre or Less
Building Information
# of Stories: 2
Approximate Year Built: 1920
Approximate Age: 50+
Storage Space: Other (See Remarks)
Foundation: Basement
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Sewer: Public
Heating System: Electric, Multi-Units, Natural Gas
Garbage Pickup: Public
Garage Type: None
Cooling System: Central Forced, Electric
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Has Homeowners Association
HOA Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: East North St
Elementary School: East North St
Middle School: Greenville
Middle School: Greenville
Greenville
Community Amenities
Community Amenities: Common Areas, Historic Area
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,496
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Greenville County
APN: 0191000700200
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Data Information
LVT Date: 2018-12-05
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Places
Transit
East North Street Academy
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Greenville Middle Academy
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Greenville Senior High Academy
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.16M – $1.40M
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