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  • Price cut: $5K (6/14)
    $559,900

    868 Melrose Dr, Charleston, SC 29414

    3beds
    1,547sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1972
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $553,700 Zestimate®
    $362/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Updated kitchenQuartzite countertopsSolid wood kitchen cabinetsNew gas cooktopDouble vanitySpacious walk-in closetTiled backsplash
    Welcome to this beautifully fully updated 1 story ranch home in the desirable Melrose neighborhood, ideally situated along the scenic Long Branch Creek. Originally fully renovated in 2023, the current owner has continued to enhance the property with thoughtful upgrades, including a **new roof installed in 2023***new hardwood floors (not LVP)** throughout the home, also added can lighting in den. The owner also encapsulated the crawlspace.The updated kitchen features quartzite countertops, solid wood kitchen cabinets, tiled backsplash and a new gas cooktop. The primary suite features an updated en suite with double vanity, walk in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. The guest bathroom has new penny tiles.The family room features french doors that open to a huge fenced in backyard overlooking the pond, where you can enjoy watching herons, ducks, and geese in a peaceful natural setting. Additional highlights include a garage, extended driveway with ample parking, and generously sized rooms offering flexibility for a home office, playroom or guest space. There is also a community pool in the neighborhood. Conveniently located near I-26, shopping, restaurants and only a 20 minute drive to downtown Charleston and 30 minute drive to Kiawah.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listed by:

    EXP Realty LLC

    Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26011671MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Family Room, Dining Room, Utility Room, Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Foyer, Laundry, Separate Dining, Utility
      Heating
      • Central, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Ceiling - Smooth, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer
      • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,547
      • Total interior livable area: 1,547 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Garage, Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: Ground Level
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
      • Fencing: Chain Link
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Pond, Waterfront
      Lot
      • Size: 0.35 Acres
      • Features: Interior Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3091400004

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Architectural
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1972

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: AT&T, Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Pool, Trash
      • Subdivision: Melrose
      Location
      • Region: Charleston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $362/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $480,000
      • Annual tax amount: $3,138
      • Date on market: 4/24/2026
      • Listing terms: Any,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $553,700

        $526,000 - $581,000

        $3,405/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/19/2026Contingent$559,900$362/sqft
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        6/14/2026Price change$559,900-0.9%$362/sqft
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        6/8/2026Price change$564,9000%$365/sqft
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        6/2/2026Price change$565,000-0.2%$365/sqft
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        5/14/2026Price change$565,900-0.6%$366/sqft
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        5/11/2026Price change$569,500-0.1%$368/sqft
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        5/3/2026Price change$569,900-0.9%$368/sqft
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        4/24/2026Listed for sale$575,000+19.8%$372/sqft
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        9/8/2023Sold$480,000-1.8%$310/sqft
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        7/30/2023Contingent$489,000$316/sqft
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        7/20/2023Price change$489,000-2%$316/sqft
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        7/6/2023Listed for sale$499,000+89%$323/sqft
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        5/17/2023Sold$264,000$171/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,138 -1.7%$19,200
        2024$3,194 +88.3%$19,200 +100%
        2023$1,696 +51.3%$9,600 +51.7%
        2022$1,121 -3%$6,330
        2021$1,156 -1%$6,330
        2020$1,168 $6,330 +20.6%
        2019$1,168 $5,250 -27.6%
        2017$1,168 +25%$7,250
        2016$934 +3.7%$7,250
        2015$901 +0.8%$7,250
        2014$893 --
        2011$893 +29.5%--
        2010$690 -3.5%$6,280
        2009$715 +6.7%$6,280
        2008$670 -13.3%$6,280
        2006$773 -4.5%$6,280
        2005$809 +38.3%$6,280 +33.1%
        2004$585 +5.8%$4,720
        2003$553 -3.5%$4,720
        2002$573 +39.6%$4,720 +23.9%
        2000$411 $3,810
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Melrose

        Getting around

        22 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        30 / 100
        Some Transit
        42 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Oakland
        • Middle: C E Williams
        • High: West Ashley

        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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