Rare opportunity to own over an acre in the Laurens South Harper Historic District! This early 1900’s traditional style home is dripping with charm and full of potential! It features 7 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, showcasing timeless character with high ceilings, original hardwood floors, and classic tile work. The spacious primary suite is on the main floor and features two full bathrooms and dual walk-in closets. Upstairs, four bedrooms reflect historic charm with beautiful natural light, high ceilings, a shared checkered tile bathroom, and one room distinguished by its own fireplace. Recent updates provide peace of mind, including new furnace, ductwork, and downstairs AC unit (2023). Step outside to a private brick courtyard anchored by a mature magnolia tree! Adding even more value, the seller is including the adjacent lot with the sale, opening the door to expansion, development, or creating a private estate setting. With its size, character, and location, this property is ideal for someone looking to restore a historic home, establish a private homestead, or invest in future development potential. This is more than a home, it’s a chance to create a lifestyle! Bring your vision and make this spacious and timeless property your own!
For sale
Price cut: $69.9K (5/26)
$415,000
838 S Harper St, Laurens, SC 29360
7beds
4,150sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
1.1 Acres Lot
$400,300 Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private brick courtyardClassic tile workHigh ceilingsOriginal hardwood floors
- 105 days |
- 1,100 |
- 90 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ashley Porchetta 803-439-7905,
Wilson Associates
Source: Greater Greenville AOR,MLS#: 1585425
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Area: 621
- Dimensions: 23 x 27
Bedroom 2
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Full Bath, Shower-Separate, Tub-Separate, Walk-In Closet(s), Multiple Closets
Dining room
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Kitchen
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Living room
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 12 x 24
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: 1st Floor, Walk-in
Features
- High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertops-Solid Surface, Walk-In Closet(s), Dual Primary Bedrooms, Attic Fan
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,150 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: See Remarks, Side/Rear Entry, Driveway, Concrete
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.1 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk, Few Trees, 1 - 2 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 9061320008
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Architectural
Condition
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Laurens
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $100/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,444
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
Estimated market value
$400,300
$380,000 - $420,000
$2,523/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $415,000-14.4%$100/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $484,900+94%$117/sqft |
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| 10/14/2020 | Sold | $250,000-9.1%$60/sqft |
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| 8/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $275,000-4.8%$66/sqft |
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| 7/2/2020 | Listing removed | $289,000$70/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Greenville Central #1404259 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2020 | Price change | $289,000-3.3%$70/sqft |
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| 11/19/2019 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$72/sqft |
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| 10/18/2019 | Listed for sale | $315,000+425%$76/sqft |
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| 3/27/2014 | Sold | $60,000+2300%$14/sqft |
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| 10/24/2013 | Sold | $2,500$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,444 +26.6% | $10,280 |
| 2023 | $1,931 -4% | $10,280 |
| 2022 | $2,012 -65.9% | $10,280 -33.3% |
| 2021 | $5,902 | $15,420 +50% |
| 2020 | -- | $10,280 +249.7% |
| 2018 | $266 | $2,940 |
| 2017 | -- | $2,940 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $60 | $2,740 -56.5% |
| 2014 | $60 | $6,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29360
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10E. B. Morse Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Sanders Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Laurens District 55 High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Eb Morse
- Middle: Sanders
- High: Laurens Dist 55
Source: Greater Greenville AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- South Carolina
- Laurens County
- Laurens
- 29360
- 838 S Harper St



