Perfectly positioned South of Broad, this sophisticated brick residence has been beautifully restored and thoughtfully updated, preserving its historic character while seamlessly integrating modern comforts. Eminently livable and comfortable, the home offers generous entertaining spaces opening out into an amazing curated garden setting on the oversized private lot. The inviting floor plan is equally suited for everyday living and elegant entertaining, having been thoughtfully renovated and expanded. An emphasis on storage and attention to detail are evident throughout this sun-filled three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home, which opens to a covered porch overlooking a stunning, garden. Breezes from the Ashley River just steps away and the quiet charm of the street naturally drawneighbors toward the welcoming screened side porch. The chef's kitchen appointed with top-of-the-line appliances offers ample prep and storage space, and an adjacent comfortable den for easy conversations. The added breakfast area with vaulted ceiling is thoughtfully oriented to frame views of the garden, designed by renowned landscape architect Glenn Gardner. The oversized living room offers a gas fireplace and lovely screen porch and a spacious formal dining room features double doors that open directly to the covered rear porch, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow for elegant entertaining and everyday enjoyment. Each bedroom offers a dedicated bath, providing privacy and comfort throughout. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a sunlit bath, walk-in closet, and fireplace plumbed for gas. Enjoy a quiet respite in the primary suite's delightfully spacious sunroom- ideal for a home office, art studio, or quiet reading space. Property has a tankless hot water heater and of special note is the eco-friendly geothermal HVAC system an exceptional and rarely found feature in a home downtown. Off-street parking and ample/easy street parking for guests rounds out the easy downtown lifestyle. Beautifully maintained and truly move-in ready, this South of Broad home offers timeless elegance, modern efficiency, and an exceptional Charleston lifestyle.
Active contingent
$2,950,000
28 Council St, Charleston, SC 29401
3beds
2,851sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$2,785,300 Zestimate®
$1,035/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Amazing curated garden settingOversized private lotSophisticated brick residenceSun-filled three-bedroom three-and-a-half-bath homeEco-friendly geothermal hvac systemInviting floor planLovely screen porch
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 11, 2026 at 11:37am
Listed by:
Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26000435
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Dining Room, Sun Room, Eat-In-Kitchen, Formal Living, Foyer, Laundry, Separate Dining, Study, Sun
Heating
- Electric, See Remarks
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling - Smooth, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Doors: Some Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Gas Log, Living Room, Two
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,851
- Total interior livable area: 2,851 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground Level
- Patio & porch: Covered, Screened
- Exterior features: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 7,405.2 Square Feet
- Features: 0 - .5 Acre, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 4571104014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: South of Broad
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,035/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,364,254
- Annual tax amount: $5,544
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,785,300
$2.65M - $2.92M
$4,415/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000+87.3%$1,035/sqft |
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| 3/19/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/11/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,600+4%$1/sqft |
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| 3/27/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,500+25%$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,544 +3.9% | $43,710 |
| 2023 | $5,336 +2.2% | $43,710 |
| 2022 | $5,220 -4.8% | $43,710 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$16,242/mo
Principal & interest
$14398
Home insurance
$1033
Property taxes
$811
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Charlestowne
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Memminger Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Simmons Pinckney Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 1/10Burke High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Memminger
- Middle: Courtenay
- High: Burke
Source: CTMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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