Historic Freedman's Cottage in Eastside Charleston
Live in a piece of Charleston history! This beautiful and renovated 1872 Freedman's Cottage at 42 Cooper Street blends historic charm with modern comfort in the rapidly developing Eastside corridor. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features exposed brick, ceiling fans in every room, a modern kitchen with a gas stove, and a front porch that can be furnished or left open for relaxing outdoors.
This property is also available furnished contact for details.
Key Features:
- Fully renovated interior preserving historic details
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, washer/dryer in-unit
- Gas stove and modern kitchen finishes
- Ceiling fans in every room, exposed brick accents
- Inviting front porch
- 2 off-street parking spaces
- Pet-friendly with refundable deposit
Neighborhood & Amenities:
- Walkable area with restaurants, bars and a market within 3 blocks
- Public pool and 2 outdoor pickleball courts across the street
- Quick access to Upper King Street, MUSC, College of Charleston, and I-26
- Shared outdoor courtyard space
Lease Terms:
- Rent: $3,800/month
- Security deposit: $3,000
- Tenant responsible for all utilities
- 12-month lease preferred, flexible for the right tenant
- Available August 2nd. Move in date is flexible, pending tenant's needs
This home combines Charleston history, modern upgrades, and downtown convenience, perfect for renters seeking a unique, walkable lifestyle in a thriving neighborhood.
Minimum of 1 year lease. Flexible to a multi-year lease and other timeframes depending on tenant
House for rent
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$3,800/mo
Fees may apply
42 Cooper St, Charleston, SC 29403
3beds
832sqft
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Single family residence
Available Sun Aug 2 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Forced air
What's special
Historic charmInviting front porchModern kitchen finishesGas stoveExposed brick accentsShared outdoor courtyard space
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 832 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, No Utilities included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 4590601012
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $3,800-24%$5/sqft |
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| 6/7/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,000$6/sqft |
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| 5/9/2022 | Sold | $203,000-65.9%$244/sqft |
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| 1/12/2019 | Listing removed | $595,000$715/sqft |
Source: JD Wil Real Estate #17000980 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2017 | Listed for sale | $595,000$715/sqft |
Source: Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service, Inc. #17000980 Report a problem | ||
Neighborhood: Eastside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Sanders-Clyde Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Simmons Pinckney Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10Burke High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi







