Viewing Listing MLS# 19014289
Charleston, SC 29401
- 3Beds
- 3Full Baths
- 2Half Baths
- 3,292SqFt
- 1850Year Built
- 0.13Acres
- MLS# 19014289
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market7 months, 1 day
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- SubdivisionHarleston Village
Overview
12 Franklin Street is an impressive and historic 1850's residence located within easy walking distance of nearly everything on the peninsula. This landmark Italianate-style building is a standout. The home has been beautifully and sensitively restored and updated by the current resident over the last 3 years. The main house has 3 bedrooms, each with a full updated bath ensuite; there is a half bath on the main level. Every room was carefully and sympathetically restored to retain and highlight the home's historical features while receiving updates to every mechanical system to modern standards. Features include impressively high ceilings, original moldings, remarkable stained glass windows and spacious piazzas. The kitchen includes a Subzero refrigerator, La Cornufe range with custom hood,Subzero wine refrigerator, KitchenAid beverage center and Asko dishwasher. Custom cabinets provide for generous storage capacity. Other features include a Rinnai water heater, Sonos sound and alarm system. 12 Franklin sits on a large lot, includes off street parking for 2 cars and a large private newly landscaped garden with bluestone and brick hardscape. Spacious double piazzas with access from every room extends the living space. The property includes a charming standalone carriage house designed by architect Glenn Keyes. This additional living/working space includes a half bath, HVAC system, TV, sound system, copper roof, pergola, secret garden and considerable storage space. 12 Franklin has been recognized as a significant historic home. As noted by the Historic Charleston Foundation, ""12 Franklin is an excellent example of a masonry Charleston town house of the mid-nineteenth century. It retains integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling association, and contributes to the significance of the Charleston Historic District. Described as ""High style regional architecture"", fine 'Charleston style' - well designed and proportioned, good detail, spirited, dignified, frequently innovative, rare, and always attractive and interesting.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 05-16-2019
Sold Date: 12-18-2019
Aprox Days on Market: 
7 month(s), 1 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
4 Year(s), 4 month(s), 1 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $1,995,000
Asking Price: $1,995,000
Selling Price: $1,800,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $195,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $195,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Trash
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 2
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Levels: Two
Window Features: Window Treatments - Some
Year Built: 1850
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Stone, Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wrought Iron, Privacy
Misc Ext: Covered
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
Pool Private: No
Style: Carriage/Kitchen House, Charleston Single
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Office, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.13
Lot Desc: Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.13
Lot Sqft: 5662.8
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Offer Compensation
Other
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick, Stucco
New Construction: No
Roof: Copper, Metal, Slate
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Room Info
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2019-12-18T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 3292
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Electric
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
From Broad Street Turn Onto Franklin Street. Franklin Street Across From Burbages. Pink House Close To Corner Of Franklin And Queen.Courtesy of listing office Maison Real Estate
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