What if home wasn't about having more space but living more intentionally?Welcome to 940 Sycamore Avenue, a beautifully renovated Charleston cottage thoughtfully designed for those who believe quality matters more than quantity. This move-in-ready home proves that exceptional living is not measured only in square footage, it is measured by how comfortably and purposefully a home supports your lifestyle.Inside, bright and inviting spaces have been updated with modern finishes and a layout where every room serves a purpose. Instead of spending weekends maintaining unused rooms, you can spend more time enjoying Charleston, traveling, entertaining, or simply living with less upkeep.Step outside and discover one of the property's most distinctive features: a magnificent mature live oathat creates a naturally shaded backyard retreat. Picture morning coffee beneath the canopy, dinner with friends, an afternoon reading in the shade, or simply enjoying the timeless beauty of one of Charleston's most iconic trees. Located minutes from Downtown Charleston, Avondale, the West Ashley Greenway, shopping, dining, and area hospitals, this home offers exceptional convenience while still providing a peaceful place to come home to. 940 Sycamore is ideal for buyers seeking to simplify without sacrificing style; whether purchasing a first home, downsizing, looking for a Charleston retreat, or embracing a more intentional way of living. If you appreciate thoughtful design, mature trees, low-maintenance living, and authentic Charleston character, this may be the home you have been waiting for. Now offered at $385,000. Live More. Maintain Less.
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Price cut: $16K (8/29)
$369,000
940 Sycamore Ave, Charleston, SC 29407
2beds
750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$364,500 Zestimate®
$492/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless charleston characterModern finishesStylish fixturesLuxury vinyl plank flooringBright open layoutQuartz countertopsManageable outdoor space
- 198 days
- 894
- 103
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The Real Estate House International 843-300-5330
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26008259
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 750
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 4181100069
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Trash, Walk/Jog Trails
- Subdivision: Maryville
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $492/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $324,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,544
- Date on market: 3/25/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$364,500
$346,000 - $383,000
$1,804/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Price change | $369,000-4.2%$492/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $385,000-2.5%$513/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $395,000-2.5%$527/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $405,000+68.8%$540/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Sold | $240,000-17%$320/sqft |
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| 8/13/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $289,000$385/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,544 +8.7% | $5,150 +15% |
| 2024 | $1,421 +3.2% | $4,480 |
| 2023 | $1,376 +7.3% | $4,480 |
| 2022 | $1,282 +1.2% | $4,480 |
| 2021 | $1,267 +0.7% | $4,480 |
| 2020 | $1,259 | $4,480 +15.2% |
| 2019 | $1,259 | $3,890 |
| 2017 | $1,259 +13.7% | $3,890 |
| 2016 | $1,107 +3.1% | $3,890 |
| 2015 | $1,074 +4.4% | $3,890 |
| 2014 | $1,029 | -- |
| 2011 | $1,029 +27.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $805 -3% | $3,090 |
| 2009 | $830 +3.1% | $3,090 |
| 2008 | $805 +11% | $3,090 |
| 2006 | $725 -0.5% | $3,090 |
| 2005 | $729 +59.2% | $3,090 +111.6% |
| 2004 | $458 +0.8% | $1,460 |
| 2003 | $454 +2.2% | $1,460 |
| 2002 | $444 -33.5% | $1,460 -28.1% |
| 2000 | $668 | $2,030 |
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Neighborhood: Maryville-Ashleyville
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: St. Andrews
- 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.




