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    $680,000

    1720 Houghton Dr, Charleston, SC 29412

    4beds
    2,153sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1955
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $700,000 Zestimate®
    $316/sqft
    $3,374 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $700,000

    $651,000 - $756,000

    $3,374/mo

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    What's special

    Cozy wood-burning fireplaceSpacious wooded lotCustom built-in cupboardsExtra-large pantryCharming screened-in porchVersatile sitting roomGleaming hardwood floors
    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!

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    Listed by:

    The Pulse Charleston

    Bought with:

    The Boulevard Company

    Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 24022965MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Family Room, Office, Dining Room, Family, Foyer, Laundry, Pantry, Separate Dining
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, 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, Porch
    • 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: 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 & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Trash
    • Subdivision: Laurel Park
    Location
    • Region: Charleston

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $316/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $680,000
    • Annual tax amount: $10,933
    • Date on market: 9/10/2024
    • Listing terms: Any,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/30/2024Sold$680,000-2.8%$316/sqft
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    11/23/2024Contingent$699,900$325/sqft
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    11/12/2024Listed for sale$699,900$325/sqft
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    10/30/2024Contingent$699,900$325/sqft
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    9/30/2024Price change$699,900-3.5%$325/sqft
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    9/10/2024Listed for sale$725,000+13.8%$337/sqft
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    5/5/2023Sold$637,000-2.7%$296/sqft
    Source: CTMLS #23000845 Report a problem
    3/22/2023Contingent$654,890$304/sqft
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    2/18/2023Listed for sale$654,890-2.1%$304/sqft
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    2/9/2023Contingent$669,000$311/sqft
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    1/13/2023Listed for sale$669,000-0.9%$311/sqft
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    1/11/2023Listing removed--
    Source: CTMLS #22027530 Report a problem
    11/16/2022Price change$675,000-2.2%$314/sqft
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    10/28/2022Listed for sale$689,900+81.6%$320/sqft
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    7/11/2022Sold$380,000$176/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$10,933 +1.6%$40,800 +6.8%
    2024$10,763 +243.8%$38,220 +52.9%
    2023$3,131 -31.6%$25,000 +44.9%
    2022$4,577 +1%$17,250
    2021$4,532 +2.5%$17,250
    2020$4,423 $17,250 +115.6%
    2019$4,423 $8,000 -20%
    2017$4,423 +291.2%$10,000
    2016$1,131 +4%$10,000
    2015$1,087 -1.1%$10,000
    2014$1,099 --
    2011$1,099 +16.6%--
    2010$942 -2.6%$8,810
    2009$967 +12.2%$8,810
    2008$862 -22.3%$8,810
    2006$1,108 -0.9%$8,810
    2005$1,119 +110.8%$8,810 +82%
    2004$531 +1.1%$4,840
    2003$525 +3%$4,840
    2002$510 +53.2%$4,840 +41.1%
    2000$333 $3,430
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 29412

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Harbor View
    • Middle: Camp Road
    • High: James Island Charter

    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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