Step into a piece of Charleston history; the St. Amand/ Aimar house at 181 Queen Street was built in 1841, the same year the Charleston City Market was built. The Current owners worked with the National Parks Service to restore the building in line with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation in 2021. Just steps to Colonial Lake, this 6 bedroom, 7.5 bath home features a 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath main home with a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom attached guest house connected via beautiful historic covered piazzas. The private guest house is also perfect for use as an office or income generating unit. This grand Charleston Single-style residence features an open formal living area with soaring 11'+ ceilings, original heart pine flooring, and detailed mouldings throughout.The bright kitchen features custom cabinetry, a Jenn Air appliance suite, and opens up to a large dining room complete with gas fireplace and an original marble mantel. On the second floor, the master suite features a gas fireplace, large bathroom with access to wrap around second story porches with beautiful views of Colonial Lake. With plenty of room for guests, all four bedrooms in the main house feature en-suite baths. The guest house has a full kitchen, living room, master bedroom with large walk in closet, a guest bedroom, and office with en-suite baths. The unique outdoor living space features a travertine deck, heated pool with hot tub, astro turf lawn, and fire pit area. A rare find in downtown Charleston, there is off-street parking for 5 cars, and a Tesla charger already installed. Sit on the grand porches and enjoy the sunshine and views of Colonial Lake. Sit on the grand piazzas and enjoy the breezes flowing in from the Ashley River of stroll to Colonial Lake, the Moultrie playground tennis/pickle bar courts, the Jasper or the Battery. This stunning property is not to be missed!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Charleston Single
Year Built: 1841
Stories: 3
Living Area: 3,506 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: The Exchange Company, LLC, The Boulevard Company, LLC
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Interior: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Formal Living, Office, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Gas Log, Three +
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 7
Total Bedroom Count: 6
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: Yes
Exterior: Balcony
Parking Information:
Parking: Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Electric
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Burke High School, Public Magnet Grades 7-12
Montessori Community School, Public District Grades PK-8
Memminger Elementary School, Public Magnet Grades PK-6
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-3
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Take Rutledge Avenue South Form Calhoun St.. Turn Left On Queen St. Property Is Located On Right-hand Side 1/2 Block From Colonial Lake.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,329,000
Price Per SqFt: $950/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $10,848
Tax Year: 2020
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
4
/10
Memminger Elementary School
20 Beaufain St
Distance between this listing and this school0.37 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-6
2
/10
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School
1600 Saranac St
Distance between this listing and this school8.54 miles
Public District Grades KG-3
Middle School
7
/10
Montessori Community School
2122 Wood Ave
Distance between this listing and this school7.98 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
High School
3
/10
Burke High School
244 President St
Distance between this listing and this school1.40 miles
Public Magnet Grades 7-12
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Memminger Elementary School
20 Beaufain St
Distance between this listing and this school0.37 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-6
2
/10
North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School
1600 Saranac St
Distance between this listing and this school8.54 miles
Public District Grades KG-3
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Charleston Progressive
382 Meeting St
Distance between this listing and this school0.97 miles
Public Magnet Grades PK-6
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Montessori Community School
2122 Wood Ave
Distance between this listing and this school7.98 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Buist Academy
103 Calhoun St
Distance between this listing and this school0.82 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-8
6
/10
Charleston Development Academy
233 Line St
Distance between this listing and this school1.21 miles
Public Charter Grades PK-8
Assigned Schools
3
/10
Burke High School
244 President St
Distance between this listing and this school1.40 miles
Public Magnet Grades 7-12
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Charleston Charter School For Math and Science
1002 King St
Distance between this listing and this school1.91 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-12
7
/10
James Island Charter High School
1000 Fort Johnson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.15 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $26,667. The majority of Charleston, SC residents have income less than $35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have masters degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 181 Queen St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 181 Queen St property is $3,329,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 181 Queen St is a house located in Charleston, South Carolina, 29401.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 181 Queen St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 181 Queen St are: Memminger Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10North Charleston Creative Arts Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10Montessori Community School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Burke High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $10,848 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 15, 2020 for $150,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 181 Queen St has 6 bedrooms and 7 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 181 Queen St is 3,506 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 181 Queen St is 1841.
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This home is located at 181 Queen St in Charleston, SC and zip code 29401 in the The Peninsula neighborhood. This 3,506 square foot home, which was built in 1841, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,329,000.
In May 2024, from all listings sold in Charleston, SC there were more than 72 sold above asking price, over 150 sold below and more than 67 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Charleston, SC increased by 10.8% between April 2024 and May 2024. Listings spent 121 days on the market in May 2024, and had a median list price of $549,996 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.