What constitutes historic for you maybe be different to someone else, but as far as Charleston SC is concerned it usually means anything 
built 1850 or earlier. Many of the old historic houses in the downtown Charleston area have been owned or lived in some of the more famous American dignitaries that once called downtown Charleston SC home. Owning historical property in downtown Charleston SC can be both exhilarating yet challenging at the same time as they are much different than a newer home.
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this grand home can be found in the walterboro historic district located near the center of the town of walterboro. this small town is full of southern charm and heritage, and is bustling with...
bar approved plans in hand! this historic property is ready for a complete remodel to match the surrounding houses also under renovation and is a stones throw from the new courier square development....
updated ground level 2 br/2 ba condo in historic 1840 charleston single within walking distance to musc, roper, college of charleston, hospitals and the shopping/restaurant district on king street....
discover historic downtown charleston living at its finest on highly sought vanderhorst street! situated in the heart of the city, just 2 blocks from musc, college of charleston, & the king street...
beautiful first floor condo located in downtown charleston within walking distance of musc, college of charleston and local parks. renovated in 2006 and has stainless steel appliances in kitchen and...
beautiful one bedroom condo downtown- new hvac & tankless water heater! 65 g vanderhorst street is the ultimate walk-to-everything location in downtown charleston. this beautiful condo includes many...
great opportunity to live in heart of downtown charleston. this updated 1bed/bath condo is ideal for a cofc/musc student, or anyone who wants to enjoy the downtown lifestyle. just a block from the...
own a piece of history in downtown charleston in historic ansonborough where single family homes are priced in excess of $2m. this spacious studio apartment is located on the 3rd floor of a...
seller says sell.....bring all offers!!!wonderfully renovated 3 bedroom 1 bath condominium located just 1 block from the cofc. harleston village is a beautiful neighborhood bustling with life &...
this french quarter condo is located in one of charleston's most historic neighborhoods. with dining and shopping just steps away from this darling studio, you are immersed in charleston's charm. the...
nestled in the heart of historic summerville beneath a majestic oak, magnolia, surrounded by beautiful azaleas your new home awaits! you're just a short stroll from the charming down town area. the...
welcome to your new home in the historic village of pinopolis. pinopolis is a peninsula in the 60,000 acres of lake moultrie. this 2521 square foot home plus a 418 square foot guest cottage is...
ABOUT BUYING & OWNING HISTORIC HOMES IN CHARLESTON SC
When you purchase a historic house in Charleston and frankly most towns in South Carolina there will likely be a governing body there to look out for the well being of the property and what is done to it. If you want to do renovations or changes to Charleston SC historic homes all work must be permitted through the BAR (architectural review board) or you could face serious fine AND be forced to change whatever you did back to how it was before. It’s highly recommended that you find a contractor specializing in historical renovations as they are familiar with the rules, permitting process, regulations, and code necessary for doing construction work downtown. The BAR (board of architectural review) was established in 1931 with the creation of the first preservation ordinance in the United States.
As stated in the City of downtown Charleston Zoning Ordinance, the purpose of the board is “the preservation and protection of the old historic or architecturally worthy structures and quaint neighborhoods which impart a distinct aspect to the city and which serve as visible reminders of the historical and cultural heritage of the city, the state, and the nation.” And apparently, it has worked since Charleston has been voted #1 best tourist city in the United States over 10 times.
