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8 & 8 1/2 Elliott St.

Charleston, SC 29401
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3.5

Bath

SqFt3,187

Sqft

Acres0.04

Acre(Lot)

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 presentlyconf igured 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. **Drawings show both the current layout and the proposed layout that could be achieved if a buyer desired to convert to a single mansion.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $3,195,000

AD Id : 77592035

MLS Id : 26011139

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.04 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,187

Year Built : 1779

County : Charleston

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Feature Features

  • Bathroom Information

    Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1
  • Flooring Information

    Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Architectural, Asphalt
  • Interior Features

    Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Combo, In-Law Floorplan Roof: Architectural, Asphalt Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central, Electric Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1779 Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features

    Balcony
    Foundation Details: Crawl Space
    Porch: Patio
  • Fencing

    Wrought Iron, Rear Only

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: 0 - .5 Acre, High, Interior Lot, Level Lot Size Area: 0.04 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 1,742 Lot Acres: 0.04 Stories: 3 Main Square Feet: 0.04

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family AttachedSubdivision: None

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  • Elementary School: Memminger
    Junior High School: Courtenay
    Senior High School: Burke
  • Location Information

    Direction: Coming Down East Bay Driving Toward The Battery Turn Right On To Elliott St.- Home Is On The Right
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/11/2026 @ 16:48

MLS: 26011139 LISTED BY: Lena Barteck, Focus Real Estate Services, LLC SOURCE: CHS Regional MLS

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