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Property type: Detached House
Year built: 1779
List Date: 2025-08-19
Lot Size: 0.0400 acres
Area
3187 ft2
Bedrooms
3
Half Baths
1
Full Baths
3
Days For Sale
2

Amenities

  • Architectural
  • Asphalt
  • Balcony
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling - Smooth
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Central
  • Central Air
  • Charleston Water Service
  • Dominion Energy
  • Electric
  • Entrance Foyer
  • High
  • High Ceilings
  • In-Law Floorplan
  • Interior Lot
  • Level
  • Living/Dining Combo
  • Multiple Closets
  • Outside Access
  • Rain Gutters
  • Security System
  • Three +
  • Window Treatments - Some
  • Wood

Description

Don't miss your chance to own the storied Scott-Foster House! Built in 1779 by merchant John Scott and the recipient of a Carolopolis Award from the Preservation Society of Charleston, this home, situated alongside the quaint Gadsden Alley, has served as a residence, a grocery store, a saloon, was occupied by British soldiers during the American Revolution, and later by US Navy Servicemen during WWII. If you are looking for a generational trophy property and a true testament to the history of the Holy City and Elliott St, look no further, you're home. Options abound in this fully renovated South of Broad historical charmer. 8 and 8 1/2 Elliott St offers the discerning buyer a property packed with both an amazing past and extensive flexibility for future usage. The property is presently cconfigured as a 2 br 2 1/2 bath on the second and third floors and a 1 br 1 bath on the first floor with coveted outdoor patio space. Both units boast independent entrances, full kitchens, and laundries. Whether you are looking for an excellent investment with the option to generate rental income with one or both of the units or wish to bring this historical masterpiece into her next chapter as an impressive single residence (drawings available for viewing), the options are endless. This property is available for immediate showings. *This property comes with 2 residential on street parking permits which can be applied for with the City of Charleston by it's new owner..

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Schools

3-8 SPED Schools in 29401

Name
Address
Phone
Type
Grade
103 Calhoun Street
8437247750
Public
3-8 SPED

K-8 Schools in 29401

Name
Address
Phone
Type
Grade
15 Archdale Street
843-377-0315
Private
K-8
56 Halsey Blvd.
843-723-0664
Private
K-8

PK-5 SPED Schools in 29401

Name
Address
Phone
Type
Grade
20 Beaufain Street
8437247778
Public
PK-5 SPED
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    Listing Provided by Focus Real Estate Services, LLC

    8 & 8 1/2 Elliott Street, Charleston, SC 29401
    MLS #29401
    $3,495,000
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