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    25 E Battery St, Charleston, SC 29401

    6beds
    11,367sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1885
    0.31 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $2,463/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Glass elevatorIncredible kitchenWalk-in refrigeratorSeparate hidden commercial-grade kitchenTwo grand walk-in closetsIntricate millworkLuxury spa features
    Charleston's storied Victorian masterpiece reimagined to embrace history, family, and grand celebrations for the next century. Standing proudly among only ten residences along Charleston's most exclusive waterfront address, East Battery, the Drayton House remains a timeless icon of the city's architectural heritage. Once a gracious private home for one of Charleston's founding families, it has now been reborn through a meticulous and inspired remodel - one that celebrates both its rich past and a vibrant future. Every detail, from the intricate millwork to the soaring piazzas overlooking the harbor, pays homage to the elegance and endurance of Charleston's architectural heritage, with a total of over 11,000 SQFT.Drayton house was redesigned with extraordinary living in mind. The incredible kitchen stands alone, like no other in the city, with its own walk-in refrigerator, plus a separate, hidden commercial-grade kitchen, which includes a grill, smoker, deep-fryer, and commercial dishwasher - truly a chef's dream! Step down into the Ralph Lauren inspired media room to a 163" digital wall with state-of-the-art audio which opens to a beautiful custom tiger onyx 4-sided bar to relax with family or entertain on a grand scale. Enter the glass elevator to ascend to the 2,200 SQFT primary suite level which invites you to complete tranquility and peace with luxury spa features that rival the finest homes and hotels in the world. Multiple seating areas allow for views of the Harbor and courtyard. Custom furnishings and lighting, along with an expansive spa bathroom with two grand walk-in closets. These modern luxuries blend seamlessly with the home's historic past. Every space in the home has been thoughtfully curated to offer a gracious and beautiful experience while honoring the historical features of Drayton House. The result is like no other in Charleston; a perfectly restored historic landmark.
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    Carriage Properties LLC

    Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 25031181MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 10
      • Full bathrooms: 6
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 4
      Rooms
      • Room types: Family Room, Office, Dining Room, Sun Room, Family, Formal Living, Foyer, Laundry, Pantry, Sauna, Separate Dining, Study, Sun
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Walk-In Closet(s), Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Sauna
      • Flooring: Marble, Wood
      • Has basement: Yes
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Three +
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 11,367
      • Total interior livable area: 11,367 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Off Street
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Handicapped Equipped
      Features
      • Levels: Multi/Split
      • Stories: 4
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Elevator Shaft, Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
      • Fencing: Wrought Iron
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: River Front
      Lot
      • Size: 0.31 Acres
      • Features: 0 - .5 Acre
      Details
      • Additional structures: Guest House
      • Parcel number: 4571604081

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Carriage/Kitchen House,Charleston Single,Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Brick, Stucco
      • Roof: Copper
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1885

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Carolina Water Service, Dominion Energy

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Elevators, Security, Trash
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: South of Broad
      Location
      • Region: Charleston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $2,463/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $7,597,000
      • Annual tax amount: $35,167
      • Date on market: 11/24/2025
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $8,317/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        11/24/2025Listed for sale$28,000,000+294.4%$2,463/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #25031181 Report a problem
        12/2/2022Sold$7,100,000+3.6%$625/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/2/2022Sold$6,850,000-1.4%$603/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #22008951 Report a problem
        4/28/2022Contingent$6,950,000$611/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #22008951 Report a problem
        4/11/2022Listed for sale$6,950,000$611/sqft
        Source: CTMLS #22008951 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$35,167 -0.3%$303,880 +7%
        2024$35,256 +4%$284,000
        2023$33,907 -52%$284,000 +6.3%
        2022$70,670 +123.5%$267,090 +36.4%
        2021$31,613 -1.8%$195,870
        2020$32,186 $195,870 +15%
        2019$32,186 $170,320
        2017$32,186 +16.1%$170,320
        2016$27,716 +4.1%$170,320
        2015$26,637 +0%$170,320
        2014$26,625 --
        2011$26,625 +31.7%--
        2010$20,210 -0.1%$128,780
        2009$20,235 +6.4%$128,780
        2008$19,018 -20.2%$128,780 +4.5%
        2006$23,839 -21.6%$123,240 -20.9%
        2005$30,401 +74.5%$155,800 +111%
        2004$17,424 +0.8%$73,840
        2003$17,282 +3%$73,840
        2002$16,783 +54.3%$73,840 +76.7%
        2000$10,876 $41,800

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Charlestowne

        Getting around

        69 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        30 / 100
        Some Transit
        80 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Memminger
        • Middle: Simmons Pinckney
        • High: Burke

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