Viewing Listing MLS# 26000435

$2,950,000 No Recent Price Change
28 Council Street
Charleston, SC 29401
  • 3Beds
  • 3Full Baths
  • 1Half Baths
  • 2,851SqFt
  • 1929Year Built
  • 0.17Acres
  • MLS# 26000435
  • Residential
  • Single Family Detached
  • Active Contingent

  • Approx Time on Market1 month, 27 days
  • AreaHistoric Charleston
  • CountyCharleston
  • Subdivision South Of Broad

Overview

Perfectly positioned South of Broad, this sophisticated brick residence has been beautifully restored and thoughtfully updated, preserving its historic character while seamlessly integrating modern comforts. Eminently livable and comfortable, the home offers generous entertaining spaces opening out into an amazing curated garden setting on the oversized private lot. The inviting floor plan is equally suited for everyday living and elegant entertaining, having been thoughtfully renovated and expanded. An emphasis on storage and attention to detail are evident throughout this sun-filled three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home, which opens to a covered porch overlooking a stunning, garden. Breezes from the Ashley River just steps away and the quiet charm of the street naturally drawneighbors toward the welcoming screened side porch.The chef's kitchenappointed with top-of-the-line appliancesoffers ample prep and storage space, and an adjacent comfortable den for easy conversations. The added breakfast area with vaulted ceiling is thoughtfully oriented to frame views of the garden, designed by renowned landscape architect Glenn Gardner. The oversized living room offers a gas fireplace and lovely screen porch and a spacious formal dining room features double doors that open directly to the covered rear porch, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow for elegant entertaining and everyday enjoyment.Each bedroom offers a dedicated bath, providing privacy and comfort throughout. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a sunlit bath, walk-in closet, and fireplace plumbed for gas. Enjoy a quiet respite in the primary suite's delightfully spacious sunroom- ideal for a home office, art studio, or quiet reading space. Property has a tankless hot water heater and of special note is the eco-friendly geothermal HVAC systeman exceptional and rarely found feature in a home downtown. Off-street parking and ample/easy street parking for guests rounds out the easy downtown lifestyle. Beautifully maintained and truly move-in ready, this South of Broad home offers timeless elegance, modern efficiency, and an exceptional Charleston lifestyle.



Agriculture / Farm

Grazing Permits Forest Service:  No

Grazing Permits Private:  No

Grazing Permits Blm:  No

Farm Credit Service Incl:  No

Association Fees / Info

Bathroom Info

Halfbaths:  1

Fullbaths:  3

Building Info

Levels:  Two

Window Features:  Some Storm Wnd/Doors

Year Built:  1929

Floors:  Ceramic Tile, Wood

Business Info

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Fencing:  Privacy

Misc Ext:  Covered, Screened

Exterior Features:  Lawn Irrigation, Lighting

Style:  Traditional

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  Off Street

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Door Features:  Some Storm Door(s)

Desclocation:  Bedroom, Gas Log, Living Room, Two

Interior Features:  Ceiling - Smooth, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Office, Separate Dining, Study, Sun

Fireplace:  Yes

Laundry Features:  Laundry Room

Num Fireplaces:  2

Lot Info

Lot Size:  0.17

Lot Desc:  0 - .5 Acre, Level

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.17

Lot Sqft:  7405.2

Irrigation Water Rights:  No

Offer Compensation

Other

Security Features:  Security System

Mobile Home Remains:  No

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  2

Foundation:  Crawl Space

Exterior:  Brick Veneer

Roof:  Architectural

Property Subtype:  No, Storage

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

Entry Location:  Ground Level

Home Warranty:  No

Habitable Residence:  No

Room Info

Beds:  3

Primary Bedroom Features:  Ceiling Fan(s), Sitting Room, 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:  2851

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

Heating:  Yes

Heat:  Electric, See Remarks

Water Sewer:  Public Sewer

Cooling:  Attic Fan, Central Air

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Schools

Elem:  Memminger

Middle:  Courtenay

High:  Burke

Directions

On East Side Of Council Near Gibbes Street. Come Down Rutledge Ave Past Broad And Tradd. Turn Left On Gibbes And Left On Council.

Courtesy of listing office Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 

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Price & Status History (on elizabethgroup.net since Tue, Jan 6th 2026)
  • Original Price: $2,950,000
  • Current Price: $2,950,000
  • Price Reduced: $0
Date ChangedFromTo
01/11/2026ActiveActive Contingent

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