Closed
$1,600,000
79 Hester St, Charleston, SC 29403
4beds
2,135sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$1,600,600 Zestimate®
$749/sqft
$5,523 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,600,600
$1.52M - $1.68M
$5,523/mo
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What's special
Step into timeless Charleston living at 79 Hester Street -- a fully reimagined downtown retreat that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, this 2,135 sq. ft. home plus detached 475 sq. ft. guest suite is the rare combination of historic character, new construction quality, and unmatched location.The main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by wide-plank European oak-style flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen pairs beauty and function with a quartz waterfall island (complete with cordless charging inlay), white oak cabinetry, a GE Café double range + hood, Thermador French door refrigerator, paneled Bosch dishwasher, XO wine cooler, and a full butler's pantry. The primary suite rivals a boutique hotel with its black quartz dual vanity, custom white oak cabinetry, 32.5 sq. ft. shower, and 60-inch Gateway soaking tub. Additional bathrooms impress with Cristallo quartz, floating backlit vanities, and designer fixtures. Dual porches and a gas fireplace create inviting gathering spaces, while curated touches, from built-in shelving and shiplap walls to a preserved 1955 original window, speak to the home's history. Behind the main house, the detached guest suite offers a private haven with a full bath, laundry, and its own gas lanterns, ideal for extended family, visitors, or rental income. Modern conveniences include spray-foam insulation, a dehumidifier system, irrigation landscaping, and custom closets throughout. Outside, the fenced yard and gas lanterns complete the quintessential Charleston aesthetic. Located in the heart of Charleston's peninsula, 79 Hester Street delivers a rare turnkey opportunity: a fully reimagined historic home with designer finishes, luxury appliances, and thoughtful details in every corner.
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 08:06am
Listed by:
EXP Realty LLC
Bought with:
The Cassina Group
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 25024902
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,135
- Total interior livable area: 2,135 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Lawn Irrigation
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Guest House
- Parcel number: 4630702048
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
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: Wagener Terrace
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $1,600,000-4.5%$749/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $1,675,000-2.9%$785/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Price change | $1,725,000-1.4%$808/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,749,900+145.6%$820/sqft |
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| 5/31/2023 | Sold | $712,500-3.7%$334/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,667 -48.1% | $28,500 +12.8% |
| 2023 | $7,064 +4.3% | $25,260 |
| 2022 | $6,769 +1.2% | $25,260 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Wagener Terrace
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10James Simons Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Burke High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Simmons Pinckney Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: James Simons
- 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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Estimated market value
$1,600,600
