Ad #7504721
MLS #26009115
Tucked within the heart of Harleston Village, 49 Smith Street
49 Smith St, Charleston, SC 29401
$5,500,000
10Beds
11Baths
7,526Sqft
0.2Acres
About this property
Tucked within the heart of Harleston Village, 49 Smith Street presents an extraordinarily rare opportunity to own one of downtown Charleston's most distinctive historic compounds. Originally anchored by a circa 1860 main residence and complemented by a separate circa 1880 carriage house, this landmark European villa-style estate blends architectural pedigree, private compound living, and exceptional long-term potential across approximately 7,525 square feet. Behind its striking two-tone English Flemish brick facade, the property unfolds as a true multi-structure estate--an offering seldom found in one of Charleston's most sought-after neighborhoods. The sprawling three-story main residence encompasses over 5,000 square feet. It is currently configured as seven independent residences, many of which feature original fireplaces, stately wood interiors, hand-poured glass windows, and an abundance of natural light that pours through the historic facadeplementing the main house is a fully private two-story carriage house exceeding 2,000 square feet, accessed through its own gated entry and complete with a garage, expansive porch, and elevated rooftop terrace. This secluded secondary residence offers an extraordinary living experience--ideal as a luxurious guest residence, private office, studio, or boutique retreat. What sets 49 Smith apart is the extraordinary balance of immediate utility and future vision. The opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine the main residence into one of Harleston Village's most compelling private homes has already been carefully explored, with preliminary architectural and construction guidance reinforcing the extraordinary potential of the estate. For the right buyer, this presents a rare chance to create a grand three-story historic residence while preserving the carriage house as a private, design-forward complement--an offering that would be exceptionally rare within the downtown Charleston market. Equally compelling is the lifestyle this property affords today. Morning light filters through the hand-poured glass windows, illuminating preserved historic interiors and rich architectural details. Evenings unfold across the veranda patios and rooftop terrace, creating a layered indoor-outdoor living experience that feels both private and deeply connected to the rhythm of downtown Charleston. Just moments from Colonial Lake, King Street, Broad Street, and the iconic Wentworth Mansion, the location offers a walkable lifestyle surrounded by Charleston's most celebrated architecture, dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks. Whether envisioned as a legacy private residence, a multi-generational compound, or an income-producing hold with exceptional upside, 49 Smith Street offers a level of scale, flexibility, and architectural significance that is rarely available. This is more than a property--it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to steward one of Harleston Village's most remarkable estates into its next chapter.
Property Features
10 Beds
11 Baths
7,526 Sqft
Built in 1860
0.2 Acres
3 Stories
Garage
Siding: Brick, Stucco
Metal, Built-Up Roof
Has Fireplace
Electric (Heating)
Charleston County
Harleston Village Community
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Harrison Bocook
eXp Realty Charleston
888-440-2798
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Listing Agent: Harrison Bocook 888-440-2798
Broker: eXp Realty Charleston 888-440-2798 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 CHS Regional MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Broker: eXp Realty Charleston 888-440-2798 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 CHS Regional MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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$5,500,000
10
Beds
11
Baths
7,526
Sqft
49 Smith St, Charleston, SC 29401
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MLS# 26009115
Tucked within the heart of Harleston Village, 49 Smith Street
$5,500,000
49 Smith St, Charleston, SC 29401
10
Beds
11
Baths
7,526
Sqft
0.2
Acres
$5,500,000
49 Smith St, Charleston, SC 29401
10 Beds
11 Baths
7,526 Sqft
0.2 Acres
Tucked within the heart of Harleston Village, 49 Smith Street presents an extraordinarily rare opportunity to own one of downtown Charleston's most distinctive historic compounds. Originally anchored by a circa 1860 main residence and complemented by a separate circa 1880 carriage house, this landmark European villa-style estate blends architectural pedigree, private compound living, and exceptional long-term potential across approximately 7,525 square feet. Behind its striking two-tone English Flemish brick facade, the property unfolds as a true multi-structure estate--an offering seldom found in one of Charleston's most sought-after neighborhoods. The sprawling three-story main residence encompasses over 5,000 square feet. It is currently configured as seven independent residences, many of which feature original fireplaces, stately wood interiors, hand-poured glass windows, and an abundance of natural light that pours through the historic facadeplementing the main house is a fully private two-story carriage house exceeding 2,000 square feet, accessed through its own gated entry and complete with a garage, expansive porch, and elevated rooftop terrace. This secluded secondary residence offers an extraordinary living experience--ideal as a luxurious guest residence, private office, studio, or boutique retreat. What sets 49 Smith apart is the extraordinary balance of immediate utility and future vision. The opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine the main residence into one of Harleston Village's most compelling private homes has already been carefully explored, with preliminary architectural and construction guidance reinforcing the extraordinary potential of the estate. For the right buyer, this presents a rare chance to create a grand three-story historic residence while preserving the carriage house as a private, design-forward complement--an offering that would be exceptionally rare within the downtown Charleston market. Equally compelling is the lifestyle this property affords today. Morning light filters through the hand-poured glass windows, illuminating preserved historic interiors and rich architectural details. Evenings unfold across the veranda patios and rooftop terrace, creating a layered indoor-outdoor living experience that feels both private and deeply connected to the rhythm of downtown Charleston. Just moments from Colonial Lake, King Street, Broad Street, and the iconic Wentworth Mansion, the location offers a walkable lifestyle surrounded by Charleston's most celebrated architecture, dining, shopping, and cultural landmarks. Whether envisioned as a legacy private residence, a multi-generational compound, or an income-producing hold with exceptional upside, 49 Smith Street offers a level of scale, flexibility, and architectural significance that is rarely available. This is more than a property--it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to steward one of Harleston Village's most remarkable estates into its next chapter.
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HOME DETAILS
10 Beds
11 Baths
7,526 Sqft
Built in 1860
0.2 Acres
3 Stories
EXTERIOR
Garage
Siding: Brick, Stucco
Metal, Built-Up Roof
INTERIOR
Has Fireplace
Electric (Heating)
FINANCIAL & COMMUNITY
Charleston County
Harleston Village Community
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26009115
Listing Agent: Harrison Bocook 888-440-2798
Broker: eXp Realty Charleston 888-440-2798 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 CHS Regional MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Broker: eXp Realty Charleston 888-440-2798 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 CHS Regional MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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