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Welcome to the highly anticipated release of 68 Beaufain, one of Charleston's grandest historic estates, at the design selections stage of a complete studs-out luxury renovation. Locals claim an original city builder crafted it as his own residence in 1850, and the grandeur shows! The largest porches I've EVER seen downtown, soaring 11-foot-plus ceilings, a sweeping spiral staircase and grand original pocket doors. Steps from famed King and Market Streets. This estate graces the horse-and-carriage tour route, admired worldwide. Just doors from the famed Southern Charm television estate on Beaufain St., you won't simply own history--you'll become part of it. World class design, architecture and construction all included in the price. Optional pool and carriage house/ADU shown in renderings.68 BEAUFAIN | THE ART OF MAKING HISTORY A Historic Charleston Estate. A Complete Luxury Transformation. Your Vision. Our Expertise. Imagine owning one of Charleston's grandest historic estates, meticulously reimagined for modern luxury, with the extraordinary opportunity to make it distinctly yours. Welcome to 68 Beaufain Street, where more than 175 years of Charleston history meet an exciting new chapter of architectural excellence, inspired design, and uncompromising craftsmanship. THE COMPLETE LUXURY RENOVATION: Included in the purchase price is the fully completed luxury renovation of this approximately 3,150-square-foot historic estate, along with dedicated access to our world-class interior design, architectural, and construction teams throughout the process. This is not a cosmetic renovation. It is a comprehensive, studs-out transformation designed to preserve the historic soul of this extraordinary property while delivering the luxury, convenience, and modern functionality expected of a premier Charleston residence. The renovation includes entirely new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, extensive framing, luxury appliances, exquisite interior finishes, and essentially every major component of the home. Throughout the transformation, the home's remarkable historic features will be carefully preserved, restored, and celebrated. From its soaring ceilings and extraordinary porches to its magnificent original staircase and oversized pocket doors, the architectural details that make 68 Beaufain so special will remain at the heart of its next chapter. All work is undertaken through the appropriate City of Charleston permitting and historic architectural review processes, respecting the architectural integrity and significance of this remarkable property. YOUR HOME. YOUR VISION. YOUR DESIGN TEAM. Perhaps the most extraordinary aspect of this offering is the opportunity to participate in the creative transformation of a historic Charleston estate. Your purchase includes access to our accomplished team of designers, architects, and construction professionals, who will guide you through the selection and customization process. Meet with our team at our King Street office and design meeting space, where your vision begins to take shape. Love the idea of being involved in every detail? Wonderful! Bring your inspiration, photographs, favorite materials, design concepts, and personal style. Collaborate with our team on the elements that will make this extraordinary home uniquely yours. Prefer a more effortless experience? Equally wonderful. Allow our talented designers to carry the creative responsibility, presenting beautifully coordinated selections and thoughtful recommendations for your approval. Or find your own perfect balance somewhere in between. You decide how involved you wish to be. We provide the expertise, talent, and execution to bring your vision to life. From sophisticated historic Charleston elegance to fresh interpretations of contemporary luxury, your personal inspiration can help shape the next generation of this magnificent estate. All included design, architecture, and construction services are part of the purchase price, with buyer selections subject to the established project scope and allowances. OPTIONAL POOL & CARRIAGE HOUSE / ADU PACKAGES: For those seeking to elevate this private downtown estate even further, optional luxury packages are available. Envision a stunning private pool surrounded by beautifully designed outdoor living spaces, creating your own secluded retreat just steps from the energy of historic King Street. An optional carriage house/accessory dwelling unit (ADU) package is also being explored, with a conceptual size of approximately 650 square feet, subject to final design and approvals. This could create an exceptional opportunity for additional flexible living space, guest accommodations, or other permitted uses. IMPORTANT: The proposed ADU is conceptual and requires approval from the appropriate City of Charleston authorities and review boards. While our team is optimistic about the potential for approval, no approval, building entitlement, size, permitted use, or construction authorization is guaranteed. The optional pool and ADU packages are not included in the base purchase price. Renderings depicting these features are conceptual illustrations. EXPERIENCE YOU CAN SEE. CLIENTS YOU CAN SPEAK WITH. Purchasing a property during a major renovation is an exciting experience, and confidence in the people bringing that vision to life is essential. Our team has completed numerous highly acclaimed luxury renovations throughout historic downtown Charleston and currently has nearly 30 additional renovation projects underway. We welcome the opportunity to introduce you to our portfolio of completed properties, as well as homes in various stages of construction. See firsthand how these transformations unfold, examine our craftsmanship, and experience the attention to detail that defines our work. Even more importantly, we invite you to speak directly with our past clients. Many have purchased primary residences and investment properties from us during the very same phase of renovation that 68 Beaufain is entering today. Some have returned to purchase additional properties, entrusting our team with multiple homes and investments. These clients understand the excitement of the process, the value of professional guidance, and the extraordinary satisfaction of seeing their personal vision become a completed luxury residence. We are delighted to connect you with willing past clients who can share their experiences firsthand. MORE THAN A HOME. YOUR PLACE IN CHARLESTON HISTORY. There is something profoundly special about becoming the next steward of a home that has stood through generations of Charleston history. Imagine relaxing on one of downtown's most extraordinary porches as horse-drawn carriages pass along Beaufain Street, sharing the stories of the city with visitors from around the world. Imagine celebrating with family and friends in rooms where generations before you created their own memories. And imagine knowing that you helped shape the next century of this remarkable home's story. With its magnificent historic architecture, exceptional proximity to King and Market Streets, and the rare opportunity to influence a comprehensive luxury transformation, 68 Beaufain offers an experience far beyond the purchase of a conventional residence. This is an opportunity to create a personal legacy within one of America's most celebrated historic cities. The history is already extraordinary. The next chapter is yours to create. We invite you to visit our completed residences, tour our projects in progress, meet our world-class design, architecture, and construction team, and discover the extraordinary experience awaiting you at 68 Beaufain Street.
Harleston Village, located between Broad Street and the Ashley River, is a historic and residential Charleston neighborhood with a leafy streetscape and a waterfront edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Colonial Lake and the Meeting Street corridor, where joggers circle the water beside porch-lined blocks and small cafes. The Battery and White Point Garden frame the southern end with grand piazza houses and harbor views. The Charleston Music Hall and the Gaillard Center add a cultural pulse near the northern edge. Brick sidewalks, wrought-iron gates, and deep setbacks define the architecture. Parks and water views shape a walk-first rhythm.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High ceilings
Smooth ceilings
Kitchen island
Walk-in closet
Formal living room
Entrance foyer
In-law floorplan
Study
Fireplaces in the bathroom, bedroom, great room, and living room, with gas logs and gas connection
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Primary bedroom spans the lower and upper floors
Primary bedroom has multiple closets and outside access
Bathrooms
3.5 bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Range hood
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood
Marble
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Balcony
Brick and wrought iron fencing
In-ground pool
Home design
Two stories
New construction
Parking
Off-street parking
Construction
Metal roof
Utilities
Public sewer
Charleston Water Service
Dominion Energy
HOA & community
Gated community
Community pool
Walk/jog trails
Electricity and solar
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Excellent investment opportunity in a desirable downtown location! Steps from the College of Charleston, King St. and a short stroll to Waterfront Park. This lovely historic building boasts high ceilings, gorgeous wood floors, and numerous period details; and has been very well-kept. The enormous porches add generous living space for the tenants of the four one-bedroom apartments. Property includes back parking lot with 5 spaces which ensures a spot for each tenant and one to rent! All apts. leased through 7/31/26. Showings ongoing for 2026-27 leases. Current rent roll is $99,600. Flood Policy $1,200. for 2025. This is an ''as Is'' sale. Listing agent must be present for all showings.
RENTALBEAST #3
Mar 10, 2026
Rental Removed
$1,950
$1/sq ft
Feb 13, 2026
Listed for Rent
$1,950
$1/sq ft
RENTALBEAST #2
Feb 11, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,100
$1/sq ft
Feb 9, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,100
$1/sq ft
RENTALBEAST #1
Feb 9, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,475
$1/sq ft
Jan 31, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,475
$1/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #16012134
May 6, 2016
Listed
$945,000
$300/sq ft
May 5, 2016
Sold
$940,000
$298/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #16012302
May 5, 2016
Listed
$950,000
$302/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #16003723
May 6, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 16, 2016
Contingent
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Feb 12, 2016
Listed
$945,000
$300/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #15025090
Jan 20, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 24, 2015
Price Changed
$945,000
$300/sq ft
Sep 24, 2015
Listed
$950,000
$302/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #15025017
Feb 12, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 24, 2015
Price Changed
$945,000
$300/sq ft
Sep 23, 2015
Listed
$950,000
$302/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #15025001
Jan 19, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 24, 2015
Price Changed
$945,000
$300/sq ft
Sep 23, 2015
Listed
$950,000
$302/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #15024997
Jan 19, 2016
Listing Removed
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Nov 24, 2015
Price Changed
$945,000
$300/sq ft
Sep 23, 2015
Listed
$950,000
$302/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #1408860
Sep 11, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jul 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 15, 2015
Price Changed
$960,000
$305/sq ft
Apr 15, 2015
Price Changed
$922,500
$293/sq ft
Mar 31, 2015
Price Changed
$925,000
$294/sq ft
Charleston Trident MLS #1408855
Sep 11, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jul 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 15, 2015
Price Changed
$960,000
$305/sq ft
Apr 15, 2015
Price Changed
$922,500
$293/sq ft
Mar 19, 2015
Price Changed
$925,000
$294/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Zoning
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Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
116 ft.
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Charleston County
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
DR-2F
AR
OLD AND HISTORIC DISTRICT
OLD CITY HEIGHTS DISTRICT - 3
SR CAT 1
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
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
Mar 10, 2026 • Final
Mechanical - commercial - alteration or addition
Remove and replace the heating and air conditioning system with a similar system and connect it to the existing ductwork.
HVAC
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
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, 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
70/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 68 Beaufain St
$4,113,384
$87K under list price of $4.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $5.9M.