Located in the highly desirable Harleston Village neighborhood of downtown Charleston, this well-positioned home sits just off the corner of Calhoun and Smith Streets, offering both convenience and a sense of privacy. Enjoy close proximity to the College of Charleston, MUSC, and the vibrant shopping and dining scene along King Street.The home features 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, with recent updates that enhance both style and functionality. Improvements include refinished hardwood floors throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, granite countertops, and a beautifully tiled shower.Additional highlights include off-street parking and a generously sized backyard--an uncommon find in this area of downtown Charleston.With a strong rental history, this property presents an excellent investment opportunity, while also offering the flexibility to serve as a spacious primary residence in one of Charleston's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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$1,278,000
97 Smith St, Charleston, SC 29401
5beds
1,922sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$1,275,200 Zestimate®
$665/sqft
$7,190 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,275,200
$1.21M - $1.34M
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Off-street parkingRefinished hardwood floors throughoutGenerously sized backyardGranite countertopsBeautifully tiled shower
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Listed by:
The Exchange Company, LLC
Bought with:
The Cassina Group
Source: CTMLS,MLS#: 26008912
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Formal Living
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Living
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,922
- Total interior livable area: 1,922 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4570302073
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Charleston Single
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Harleston Village
Location
- Region: Charleston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $665/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,329,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,864
- Date on market: 3/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Sold | $1,278,000-5.3%$665/sqft |
Source:  CTMLS #26008912 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000+202.5%$702/sqft |
Source: CTMLS #26008912 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  CTMLS Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2020 | Listed for rent | $4,000$2/sqft |
Source: InterCoast Properties, Inc. #20032958 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2013 | Sold | $446,000-0.6%$232/sqft |
Source: CTMLS #1210737 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2012 | Listing removed | $448,750$233/sqft |
Source: TideWater Realty Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2012 | Price change | $448,750-6.2%$233/sqft |
Source: TideWater Realty Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2012 | Listed for sale | $478,450+18.1%$249/sqft |
Source: TideWater Realty Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2004 | Sold | $405,000+141.8%$211/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/1994 | Sold | $167,500$87/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,864 +11.1% | $35,390 +15% |
| 2024 | $8,876 +3.6% | $30,770 |
| 2023 | $8,572 +4.2% | $30,770 |
| 2022 | $8,224 +1.2% | $30,770 |
| 2021 | $8,123 +0.7% | $30,770 |
| 2020 | $8,063 | $30,770 +15% |
| 2019 | $8,063 | $26,760 |
| 2017 | $8,063 +14.6% | $26,760 |
| 2016 | $7,037 +3.4% | $26,760 |
| 2015 | $6,808 +4.8% | $26,760 |
| 2014 | $6,497 | -- |
| 2011 | $6,497 +0.8% | -- |
| 2010 | $6,444 -0.4% | $26,940 |
| 2009 | $6,469 +3.4% | $26,940 |
| 2008 | $6,253 +10.9% | $26,940 |
| 2006 | $5,637 +73.6% | $26,940 +50% |
| 2005 | $3,248 +16.4% | $17,960 +38.6% |
| 2004 | $2,790 +0.8% | $12,960 |
| 2003 | $2,768 +2.8% | $12,960 |
| 2002 | $2,694 +95.3% | $12,960 +103.8% |
| 2000 | $1,379 | $6,360 |
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Neighborhood: Harleston Village
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Memminger Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Simmons Pinckney Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 1/10Burke High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Memminger
- Middle: Simmons Pinckney
- High: Burke
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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