Address
40 Laurens Street, Charleston, SC
Price
$ 4,800,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#24007355
  • TypeSingle Family
  • CountyCHARLESTON
  • CityCharleston
  • Area51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
  • NeighborhoodAnsonborough
  • Zip29401
  • StyleCharleston Single
  • Price$ 4,800,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage6165
  • Lot Size5,663 SqFt
Data Source:
Charleston Trident MLS (CTARMLS)
Property Description

The grandeur of Downtown Charleston awaits at the Stephen Shrewsbury House in the coveted Ansonborough neighborhood. A solid-brick single house, 40 Laurens Street commands attention with two levels of iconic piazzas and a ground-level veranda courtyard. The circa 1809 home showcases exquisite Adamesque woodworking, including period mantels and mouldings, expertly curated by the original builder, who had a background in carpentry. With 4.5 living levels and over 6,000 square feet, this residence offers ample room to entertain guests for legendary house parties. The courtyard, separate from the generous gated off-street parking area, provides an idyllic walled sanctuary with minimal maintenance for the perfect lock-and-leave lifestyle.Extensively renovated in 2021, the luxury kitchen wows with high-end finishes and appliances like the Wolf six-burner range and Sub Zero refrigerator. A handsome fireplace, lovingly incorporated into the new kitchen design, infuses the space with character. A comfortable, informal dining area completes the space, with additional refrigeration drawers and bar stool seating. Accessible by the grand staircase and the three-stop elevator, the primary suite encompasses the entire second floor, featuring a library, primary bedroom, recently renovated bath, and walk-in closet. The fourth floor offers two spacious full-height guest rooms with a shared bath - also recently redone- and a third bedroom on the upper dormer level. The Garden Level, also accessible by the elevator, provides a spacious guest or nanny suite with a dedicated living space. The location of this stunning and well-preserved property is unbeatable, within two blocks of the grocery store, close proximity to the beating heart of the city's fine dining and nightlife, cultural performance venues, and Marion Square - truly walkable to all of the best that Downtown Charleston has to offer. Live like a local in grand fashion at 40 Laurens; schedule your showing today.

Elementary School Middle School High School
James Simons Elementary School St. Andrews Middle School Burke High School
Price History
3/22/2024 Listed $4,800,000

General Features

Interior Features Ceiling - Smooth,High Ceilings,Elevator,Garden Tub/Shower,Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar,Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Family,Formal Living,Entrance Foyer,In-Law Floorplan,Separate Dining,Study
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Charleston Water Service
Roof Metal
Exterior Features Balcony
Patio/Porch Features Porch - Full Front
Architectural Style Charleston Single
Construction Materials Brick,Stucco,Wood Siding
Year Built 1809
Stories 4
Levels Multi-Story
Property SubType Single Family Detached
Community Features Elevators
County Charleston
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Subdivision Name Ansonborough
Garage Y/N No
Other Structures None
Status Active
Directions Corner Of E. Bay And Laurens
High School Burke
City Charleston
MLS Area 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Lot Size Square Feet 5662.8
Carport Y/N No
Street Name Laurens
Elementary School James Simons
Property Attached Y/N No
Middle/Junior High School St. Andrews
Building Area Units Square Feet
Master on main Upper
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Flooring Wood
Fireplace Features Three +
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Street Suffix Street
Laundry Features Laundry Room
Total Bedrooms 5
Master Bedroom Features Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

Fencing Privacy
Parking Features Off Street
Lot Features 0 - .5 Acre
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 0.13
Foundation Details Basement
Building Area Total 6165
Lot Size Acres 0.13
Lot Size Units Acres

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 29401

Price
AVG $2.23M
$4.8M
Visits
AVG 458
270
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Year Built
AVG 1919
1809

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