Address
78 Vanderhorst Street, Charleston, SC
Price
$ 1,799,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#26004624
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCharleston
- CityCharleston
- Area51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
- NeighborhoodRadcliffeborough
- Zip29403
- StyleCharleston Single
- Year Built1890
- Price$ 1,799,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1914
- Lot Size0.04 Acres
Data Source:
Charleston Trident MLS (CTARMLS)
Property Description
Luxury Historic Home in Prime Location. 78 Vanderhorst is a stunning three-bedroom Charleston single built in the 1890s. It was raised 13.9 feet by Luxury Simplified Construction in 2020 and elegantly renovated in 2023. LOCATION: Prime historic district location near King Street, MUSC and the College of Charleston. LIFESTYLE: Area is renowned for its hip culinary scene and culture as well as proximity to beaches and golf. Think... Chubby Fish, Vern's, Wild Common, Spoleto Art Festival, African American Museum, Sophia Institute, Gaillard Center, luxury retail and more. AESTHETIC: Antique hardwood floors and woodwork, high ceilings. Abundant natural light, high-end window treatments and custom-made cabinetry, unlacquered brass finishes.INTERIOR: Original gas brick fireplaces anchor the living room and kitchen. Living room features plantation shutters and handsome built-ins. Serving the formal dining room is a spacious kitchen with all-new refrigerator, stove & dishwasher, ample counter space, a Miele flush-mount coffee-maker, closed cupboards and banquette breakfast nook. Laundry includes tailor-made cabinetry and a farm sink. An exquisitely nuanced powder room perfects the first floor. Three bedrooms and two full baths lie up the stairway. The primary bedroom features a marble bath, a custom-built-in wardrobe and a private piazza. Recent refinements include three handcrafted, solid mahogany entrance doors and a new sliding door leading to the back balcony. EXTERIOR: Double piazza is a signature of 19th century Charleston architecture. It follows true to Gullah folklore with haint paint ceilings. The hanging ferns, a Victorian-era trend, remain a popular southern accessory for porch living. The foundation and window box planters polish the historic charm. Private, fenced patio/courtyard. RARE FIND: one driveway parking space + permit street parking. Large, under-house storage area with new shelves. Twenty-minute drive to beach and golf. OTHER: MOVE-IN-READY. 2023 HVAC, kitchen mini-split, attic dehumidifier, gas-fired, tankless water heater, closed-cell spray foam insulation plus 2020 smart water vents; 2018 roof hydro-stop system. Assumable flood policy. Buyer/Buyer Agent verifies all information during due diligence. Audio & video recording devices are in use on this property. An extraordinary home. An exceptional location. Don't miss this opportunity to make this timeless residence your own.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Memminger Elementary School | Simmons Pinckney Middle School | Burke High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 2/19/2026 | Listed $1,899,000 |
| 6/12/2026 | 5$1,799,000 |
General Features
| County | Charleston |
|---|---|
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Radcliffeborough |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Beginning From The Corner Of King Street And Calhoun, Travel North On King Street And Take Left On Vanderhorst Street; The House Located On The Right Near Ogier Street; Vanderhorst Is Slightly North Of Calhoun. |
| High School | Burke |
| City | Charleston |
| MLS Area | 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 1742.4 |
| Elementary School | Memminger |
| Middle/Junior High School | Simmons Pinckney |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Utilities | Charleston Water Service,Dominion Energy |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Electric,Heat Pump,Wall Unit(s) |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction Materials | Block,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| New Construction | false |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | No,Storage |
| Architectural Style | Charleston Single |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Detached |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Upper |
| Virtual Tour | https://vimeo.com/1147822878?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling - Smooth,High Ceilings,Eat-in Kitchen,Formal Living,Entrance Foyer,Separate Dining |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Room Type | Eat-In-Kitchen,Formal Living,Foyer,Laundry,Separate Dining |
| Primary Bedroom Features | Ceiling Fan(s),Multiple Closets,Outside Access |
| Flooring | Marble,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Kitchen,Living Room,Two |
| Window Features | Window Treatments |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Lot Size Area | 0.04 |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Acres | 0.04 |
| Lot Features | 0 - .5 Acre |
| Parking Features | Off Street,Other |
| Water Source | Public |
| Foundation Details | Raised |
| Building Area Total | 1914 |
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,Rain Gutters |
| Fencing | Brick,Wrought Iron,Privacy,Wood |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 29403
Price
Year Built
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