Viewing Listing MLS# 25027311

$5,995,000 No Recent Price Change
109 Rutledge Avenue
Charleston, SC 29401
  • 6Beds
  • 5Full Baths
  • 2Half Baths
  • 4,327SqFt
  • 1852Year Built
  • 0.12Acres
  • MLS# 25027311
  • Residential
  • Single Family Detached
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market1 day
  • AreaHistoric Charleston
  • CountyCharleston
  • Subdivision Harleston Village

Overview

c. 1852 -- The McMakin-Bicaise House. Located in Harleston Village in downtown Charleston, the McMakin-Bicaise House is a three-story masonry home with a gabled slate roof and triple-tiered, semi-circular piazzas. The property also includes a carriage house with a garage, a pool site, and off-street parking for several vehicles.Both the primary residence and the carriage house were recently recognized by the Historic Charleston Foundation for outstanding restoration work following an extensive renovation lasting more than two years.Inside the main home, over 3,400 square feet of living space unfold with 4 bedrooms and 41/2 baths. The interiors feature exposed brick walls and joists, imported French oak floors, and tall windows that invite natural light throughout.The thoughtfully reimagined layout blends historic charm with modern convenience, offering multiple living areas, spacious bedrooms, and luxurious kitchens and baths. The main residence is also equipped with smart-home technology.Generously scaled piazzas and a private sun deck provide abundant outdoor living space, ideal for entertaining or a quiet retreat.The carriage house offers an additional 2 bedrooms and 1 baths, perfect for extended family, guests, or flexible use.Set just two blocks from MUSC and a short walk to the College of Charleston, this home occupies the heart of the city while offering privacy behind its garden walls. Whether cherished as a full-time residence or adapted for multigenerational living, 109 Rutledge Avenue presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a celebrated piece of Charleston history.



Agriculture / Farm

Grazing Permits Forest Service:  No

Grazing Permits Private:  No

Grazing Permits Blm:  No

Horse:  No

Farm Credit Service Incl:  No

Association Fees / Info

Bathroom Info

Halfbaths:  2

Fullbaths:  5

Building Info

Levels:  3 Stories, Multi-Story

Window Features:  Window Treatments - Some

Year Built:  1852

Floors:  Ceramic Tile, Wood

Business Info

Rent Control:  No

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Fencing:  Brick

Misc Ext:  Deck, Patio, Front Porch

Exterior Features:  Balcony, Lawn Irrigation, Lighting

Pool Private:  No

Style:  Charleston Single

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  1 Car Garage, Detached, Off Street

Garage:  Yes

Attached Garage:  No

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Desclocation:  Gas Log, Living Room, One

Interior Features:  High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Living/Dining Combo

Fireplace:  Yes

Laundry Features:  Laundry Room

Num Fireplaces:  1

Lot Info

Lot Size:  0.12

Lot Desc:  0 - .5 Acre

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.12

Lot Sqft:  5227.2

Irrigation Water Rights:  No

Offer Compensation

Other

Security Features:  Security System

Mobile Home Remains:  No

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  3

Foundation:  Crawl Space

Exterior:  Block, Stucco, Wood Siding

New Construction:  No

Roof:  Slate

Property Subtype:  Yes, Guest House

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

View:  No

Home Warranty:  No

Habitable Residence:  No

Room Info

Beds:  6

Primary Bedroom Features:  Walk-In Closet(s)

Room Master Bedroom Level:  Upper

Sale / Lease Info

Lease Renewal Option:  No

Lease Considered:  No

Lease Assignable:  No

Special Features

Sqft Info

Sqft:  4327

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

Heating:  Yes

Heat:  Heat Pump

Water Sewer:  Public Sewer

Cooling:  Central Air

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  No

Schools

Elem:  Memminger

Middle:  Simmons Pinckney

High:  Burke

Directions

Take Rutledge Avenue South. Proceed South Of Calhoun. Home Is On The Right.

Courtesy of listing office Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 

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