Viewing Listing MLS# 23000808

$3,795,000 | 8 beds | 5 full baths | 2 half baths | 10,021 sqft

$3,350,000
729 E Bay Street
Charleston, SC 29403
  • 8Beds
  • 5Full Baths
  • 2Half Baths
  • 10,021SqFt
  • 1859Year Built
  • 0.24Acres
  • MLS# 23000808
  • Residential
  • Single Family Detached
  • Sold

  • Approx Time on Market2 months, 19 days
  • AreaHistoric Charleston
  • CountyCharleston
  • SubdivisionNone

Overview

The Josiah Smith Tennent House stands out as a landmark and is a focal point on the gateway to the city of Charleston. Constructed in 1859, this brick mansion is significant for both its architecture and history. In 1862, it was used as a Confederate hospital called the Soldiers' Relief Home. It has had a variety of uses over the past 150 years, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. In 1993, the city gave the property to a nonprofit, and a major restoration followed, funded by millions in private donations and grants. The renovation received a South Carolina Historic Preservation Award in 2004.Today, this vast mansion with over 10,000 sq. ft of interior space features two wide wrap-around piazzas, giant wrought iron gates, multiple living and diningareas, 8 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms, two kitchens one with a large marble topped island, a small indoor basketball court, sauna, cinema room, and commercial elevator. The front courtyard was known as the Philip Simmons Children's Garden, honoring the master blacksmith. This property has a commercial zoning classification of light industrial, and is subject to several overlay districts. This zoning allows a variety of uses from residential, office, or other. The location, versatility, and size of the property are unique and represent a special opportunity for the next owner.


Sale Info

Listing Date: 01-11-2023

Sold Date: 03-31-2023

Aprox Days on Market: 
    2 month(s), 19 day(s)

Listing Sold: 
    11 month(s), 27 day(s) ago

Original Asking Price: $3,795,000

Asking Price: $3,795,000

Selling Price: $3,350,000

Price Difference From Original: 
Reduced By $445,000

Price Difference From Asking: 
Reduced By $445,000

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:  Elevators

Bathroom Info

Halfbaths:  2

Fullbaths:  5

Building Info

Levels:  Multi-Story

Window Features:  Window Treatments

Year Built:  1859

Floors:  Ceramic Tile, Other, Wood

Business Info

Rent Control:  No

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Fencing:  Wrought Iron, Fence - Metal Enclosed, Privacy

Misc Ext:  Patio, Wrap Around

Exterior Features:  Balcony, Elevator Shaft

Pool Private:  No

Style:  Traditional

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  Off Street, Other (Use Remarks)

Garage:  No

Attached Garage:  No

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Desclocation:  Living Room, One

Interior Features:  Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wine Cellar, Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Game, Great, Living/Dining Combo, Media, Office, Other (Use Remarks), Sauna, Separate Dining, Study, Utility

Fireplace:  Yes

Laundry Features:  Laundry Room

Num Fireplaces:  1

Lot Info

Lot Size:  0.24

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.24

Lot Sqft:  10454.4

Irrigation Water Rights:  Yes

Offer Compensation

Other

Mobile Home Remains:  Yes

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  4

Exterior:  Brick

New Construction:  No

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

Entry Location:  Ground Level

View:  No

Home Warranty:  Yes

Habitable Residence:  Yes

Room Info

Beds:  8

Primary Bedroom Features:  Ceiling Fan(s), Dual Masters, Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)

Room Master Bedroom Level:  Upper

Sale / Lease Info

Sold Date:  2023-03-31T00:00:00

Lease Renewal Option:  Yes

Lease Considered:  Yes

Lease Assignable:  Yes

Special Features

Sqft Info

Sqft:  10021

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

Heating:  No

Water Sewer:  Public Sewer

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  No

Schools

Elem:  Sanders Clyde

Middle:  Simmons Pinckney

High:  Burke

Directions

Corner Of East Bay And Blake Street. Park On Blake In Front Of The Gate.

Courtesy of listing office Maison Real Estate 

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Price & Status History (on echarlestonrealestate.com since Wed, Jan 11th 2023)
  • Original Price: $3,795,000
  • Current Price: $3,795,000
  • Price Reduced: $0
Date ChangedFromTo
04/03/2023$3,350,000 $3,795,000 Increase by $445,000
04/03/2023$3,795,000 $3,350,000 Reduced by $445,000
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