49 Smith Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 The Harrelson Group
Listed by: harrison bocook
Office: exp realty llc.
MLS#:26009115
Source:SC_CTAR
49 Smith Street,Charleston, SC 29401
$5,500,000
- 10 Beds
- 11 Baths
- 7,526 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Price summary
- Price:$5,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$730.8
About this home
Tucked within the heart of Harleston Village, 49 Smith Street presents an extraordinarily rare opportunity to own one of downtown Charleston's most distinctive historic compounds. Originally anchored by a circa 1860 main residence and complemented by a separate circa 1880 carriage house, this landmark European villa-style estate blends architectural pedigree, private compound living, and exceptional long-term potential across approximately 7,525 square feet. Behind its striking two-tone English Flemish brick facade, the property unfolds as a true multi-structure estate--an offering seldom found in one of Charleston's most sought-after neighborhoods. The sprawling three-story main residence encompasses over 5,000 square feet. It is currently configured as seven independent residences, many of which feature original fireplaces, stately wood interiors, hand-poured glass windows, and an abundance of natural light that pours through the historic façade.
Complementing the main house is a fully private two-story carriage house exceeding 2,000 square feet, accessed through its own gated entry and complete with a garage, expansive porch, and elevated rooftop terrace. This secluded secondary residence offers an extraordinary living experience--ideal as a luxurious guest residence, private office, studio, or boutique retreat.
What sets 49 Smith apart is the extraordinary balance of immediate utility and future vision.
The opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine the main residence into one of Harleston Village's most compelling private homes has already been carefully explored, with preliminary architectural and construction guidance reinforcing the extraordinary potential of the estate. For the right buyer, this presents a rare chance to create a grand three-story historic residence while preserving the carriage house as a private, design-forward complement--an offering that would be exceptionally rare within the downtown Charleston market.
Equally compelling is the lifestyle this property affords today.
Morning light filters through the hand-poured glass windows, illuminating preserved historic interiors and rich architectural details. Evenings unfold across the veranda patios and rooftop terrace, creating a layered indoor-outdoor living experience that feels both private and deeply connected to the rhythm of downtown Charleston. Just moments from Colonial Lake, King Street, Broad Street, and the iconic Wentworth Mansion, the location offers a walkable lifestyle surrounded by Charleston's most celebrated architecture, dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks.
Whether envisioned as a legacy private residence, a multi-generational compound, or an income-producing hold with exceptional upside, 49 Smith Street offers a level of scale, flexibility, and architectural significance that is rarely available.
This is more than a property--it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to steward one of Harleston Village's most remarkable estates into its next chapter....
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Home facts
- Year built:1860
- Listing ID #:26009115
- Added:50 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 22, 2026 at 02:34 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:10
- Total bathrooms:11
- Full bathrooms:10
- Half bathrooms:1
- Living area:7,526 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Electric
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1860
- Building area:7,526 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.2 Acres
- Lot Features:0 - .5 Acre
- Architectural Style:Villa
- Levels:3 Story
Schools
- High school:Burke
- Middle school:Simmons Pinckney
- Elementary school:Memminger
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$5,500,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$730.8
Parking
- Total parking spaces:1
- Parking description:1 Car Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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