Circa 1747, this gem is ideally located in the heart of Charleston's Historic District. The Captain Francis Baker House property is comprised of two buildings including the two-story brick house that faces King Street. The entrance through the beautiful iron gate has a secret garden atmosphere with fig vines around the large bay windows and lush plantings all around.At the rear of the property, the main residence features a full kitchen, living room and sitting room with gas fireplace, two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a stacked full size washer and dryer. The master bedroom has a gas fireplace with beautiful windows to let in plenty of natural light. This residence boasts a lovely private courtyard with a fountain, perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The original cistern is also located beneath the first floor of the front room.The second structure offers two beautiful French doors on the first and second floors that which lead to two small balconies. An open-concept first floor includes a sitting area, gas fireplace and a kitchenette. A spiral staircase leads to the second floor which has a full bath, stacked washer/dryer and a spacious bedroom. This residence is perfect for out of town guests or as a rental property. A charming herringbone brick pattern courtyard separates the two structures. Street parking only. Two parking decals can be obtained through the City. This historic property in the heart of downtown Charleston is full of charm and character, and is a must see! Note: main residence is 1,460 sq ft and the front residence is 910 sq ft.
Listing Date: 09-18-2018
Sold Date: 06-14-2019
Aprox Days on Market: 
8 month(s), 26 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
4 Year(s), 10 month(s), 5 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $1,350,000
Asking Price: $1,350,000
Selling Price: $1,200,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $150,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $150,000
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Fullbaths: 3
Levels: Two
Year Built: 1747
Floors: Other, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Brick
Misc Ext: Patio
Exterior Features: Lighting
Pool Private: No
Style: Carriage/Kitchen House, Traditional
Gar Pkg: Other (Use Remarks)
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Bedroom, Living Room
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Size: 0.06
Lot Desc: Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.06
Lot Sqft: 2613.6
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
Exterior: Block/Masonry
New Construction: No
Roof: Copper
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2019-06-14T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 2370
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC