Classic brick elegance meets relaxed Lowcountry living in the established Marlborough neighborhood of James Island. Offering 3,228 square feet, this beautifully designed 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home combines timeless architecture, thoughtfully curated interiors, and a private backyard retreat complete with an inground saltwater swimming pool.Inside, engineered white oak flooring, abundant natural light, and a warm, cohesive palette create an inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, shaker cabinetry, a custom vent hood, 36 inch range, farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances. A charming dining area overlooks the front yard, while a separate butler's pantry with a beverage refrigerator and sink adds convenience for entertaining. The living room offers a welcoming gathering space centered around a natural gas fireplace with remote control. Upstairs, the exceptionally spacious primary suite offers a true private retreat with a beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a freestanding soaking tub, walk in shower, 72 inch double vanity, and an expansive walk in closet with custom shelving and storage. A generously sized bedroom suite over the garage provides additional privacy with its own full bathroom and two closets, making it ideal for guests or extended stays. The finished third floor bonus room, complete with full height ceilings, skylights, and heating and cooling, offers a wonderful space for a media room, playroom, home office, or casual hangout. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is designed for enjoying Charleston's outdoor lifestyle. The inground saltwater swimming pool is surrounded by generous patio space, with an elevated deck overlooking the pool and mature landscaping creating a beautiful setting for relaxing or entertaining. The home's painted brick exterior, distinctive bay windows, and established landscaping create memorable curb appeal. An expansive driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles with additional room for a boat. Conveniently located in Marlborough on James Island, with easy access to downtown Charleston, Folly Beach, local restaurants, shopping, and recreation. A wonderful combination of classic architecture, generous living spaces, and the kind of backyard that makes every day feel like a getaway.
Active contingent
$1,350,000
1894 Houghton Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
4beds
3,228sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
0.29 Acres Lot
$1,276,900 Zestimate®
$418/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Painted brick exteriorWarm cohesive paletteFarmhouse sinkInground saltwater swimming poolStainless steel appliancesBeautifully appointed bathroomEngineered white oak flooring
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Listed by:
The Boulevard Company
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26030192
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Family Room, Bonus, Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Frog Attached, Laundry
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Ceiling - Smooth, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Frog Attached
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,228
- Total interior livable area: 3,228 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Stoop
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Brick,Wood,Privacy,Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Level, On Tennis Court, 0 - .5 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 3400400067
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Marlborough
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $418/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $610,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,029
- Date on market: 11/7/2026
- Listing terms: Any
Estimated market value
$1,276,900
$1.21M - $1.34M
$5,648/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+53.4%$418/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $880,000-2.1%$273/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $899,000$279/sqft |
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| 4/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+149.7%$279/sqft |
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| 10/10/2019 | Sold | $360,000-13.3%$112/sqft |
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| 8/6/2019 | Price change | $415,000-15.1%$129/sqft |
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| 7/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $489,000$151/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Pending sale | $489,000$151/sqft |
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| 4/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $489,000$151/sqft |
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| 4/9/2019 | Pending sale | $489,000$151/sqft |
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| 2/5/2019 | Price change | $489,000-2.2%$151/sqft |
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| 8/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $499,999$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,029 +15% | $16,560 +26.6% |
| 2024 | $1,764 +3.7% | $13,080 |
| 2023 | $1,702 +4.3% | $13,080 |
| 2022 | $1,631 -4.6% | $13,080 |
| 2021 | $1,710 -3.5% | $13,080 |
| 2020 | $1,772 | $13,080 -49.3% |
| 2019 | $1,772 | $25,800 +50% |
| 2017 | $1,772 -11.6% | $17,200 |
| 2016 | $2,005 +4.4% | $17,200 |
| 2015 | $1,921 -3.3% | $17,200 |
| 2014 | $1,986 | -- |
| 2011 | $1,986 -7.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,144 -1.2% | $16,440 |
| 2009 | $2,169 +8.2% | $16,440 |
| 2008 | $2,004 -31.6% | $16,440 |
| 2006 | $2,931 -0.8% | $16,440 |
| 2005 | $2,956 +50.2% | $16,440 +74.2% |
| 2004 | $1,968 +0.8% | $9,440 |
| 2003 | $1,952 +2.6% | $9,440 |
| 2002 | $1,903 +17.5% | $9,440 +29.3% |
| 2000 | $1,620 | $7,300 |
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Neighborhood: 29412
Nearby schools
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.





