Welcome to 1720 Houghton Drive, a delightful 1950s gem nestled in the established Laurel Park neighborhood of James Island. Set on a spacious, wooded lot, this charming home offers a perfect blend of vintage character and modern convenience, all just minutes from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach. Walk to your favorite shopping and dining along Folly Road and Maybank Highway, you just can't beat this location!Step inside to discover the home's unique allure, featuring gleaming hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the welcoming family room. The separate dining room showcases custom built-in cupboards, adding a touch of elegance. The newly renovated kitchen boasts sleek stainless-steel appliances and quartz counters ensuring both style and functionality.The laundry room is a standout with its custom tile flooring, extra-large pantry, built-in drop zone, and convenient access to the carport, which includes additional storage. The space also opens to the enormous backyard, a charming screened-in porch, and a patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining or even a future pool. The main level includes a large bedroom (which could be used as an owner's bedroom), a second guest bedroom, a shared full bathroom, and a versatile sitting room that can serve as a fifth bedroom. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious owner's bedroom, another guest bedroom, another full bathroom, and a massive custom closet/dressing room, providing ample space and storage. Experience the comfort and charm of this inviting home, where classic details and modern updates create a welcoming retreat. BACK ON THE MARKET DUE TO NO FAULT OF SELLERS!
Closed
$680,000
1720 Houghton Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
4beds
2,153sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.34 Acres lot
$683,600 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 31, 2024 at 09:47am
Listed by:
The Pulse Charleston
Bought with:
The Boulevard Company
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 24022965

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling - Smooth, Entrance Foyer, Pantry
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,153
- Total interior livable area: 2,153 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport, Off Street
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Stoop
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: 0 - .5 Acre, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 4240900058
- Special conditions: Flood Insurance
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Charleston
- Subdivision: Laurel Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Any,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Services availability

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