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Charleston,SC 29401
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,774 sqft
Price per Sqft $2,164
Subdivision South Of Broad
MLS Listing ID 25012890
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1834
Lot Size 0.440 Acres
Acres 0.44
Property Sub-Type Single Family Detached
Property Description
Welcome to Chisolm-Alston House at 172 Tradd Street, an architectural gem in one of Charleston's most iconic areas, South of Broad. This meticulously restored home boasts a grand portico with towering columns, soaring 12-foot ceilings, 4-inch thick cypress doors, a flying staircase and all with a charming blend of rich history and modern luxury.Chisolm House was originally built in 1834 by Alexander Hext Chisolm, the owner of a rice and lumber mill at the west end of Tradd Street, and is attributed to the noted Prussian-trained architect Charles F. Reichardt. It is a striking example of Greek Revival. The unique stately Corinthian columns were modeled on the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates in Athens.The property originally fronted the Ashley River before a large land reclamation project in the early 1900's shaped the peninsula into what it is today. The house is set in a well planned and well established garden with beautiful live oaks, palmettos, magnolias and camellias.
Walk up the front steps to the foyer with spacious parlors left and right, with checkerboard painted floors. The central hall leads past the formal, book-lined, dining room and an equally large family room to the large kitchen, a breakfast area, an airy porch and handsome stairs down to the garden. The upstairs hosts two bedroom suites and two large bedrooms, accessible by either the front or back stairs. The aboveground basement provides extensive storage.
The decor of the house, was by noted designer, Carolyne Roehm, with endless thoughtful detail, from fabric-upholstered walls in every bedroom to the rich wallpapers and floors. The home's graceful spiral staircase sets the tone for the stylish experience that unfolds across each room.
A bright and inviting kitchen features an eat-in breakfast area, large walk-in pantry, double oven and stovetop, spacious island, two sinks, and abundant counter space and custom cabinetry, perfectly designed for both everyday living and entertaining.
The primary suite offers a serene retreat with a spacious walk-in closet, a woven rug carpet for added warmth, and elegantly appointed details throughout.
Additional highlights include a laundry room with generous shelving, a basement, off-street parking and meticulously maintained grounds. Every inch of this home combines form and function, from the large windows that fill each room with light to the refined finishes and handcrafted elements. This home is a work of art.
Location
State SC
County Charleston
Area 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside Of Crosstown
Rooms
Primary Bedroom Level Upper
Master Bedroom Upper Walk-In Closet(s)
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling - Smooth,High Ceilings,Garden Tub/Shower,Kitchen Island,Walk-In Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Formal Living,Entrance Foyer,Great,Pantry,Separate Dining
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet,Wood
Fireplaces Type Bedroom,Living Room,Three +
Laundry Washer Hookup,Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Rain Gutters
Fence Wrought Iron,Privacy
Utilities Available Charleston Water Service,Dominion Energy
Roof Type Asphalt
Porch Patio,Front Porch
Building
Lot Description 0 - .5 Acre
Story 2
Foundation Crawl Space
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories Two
Structure Type Wood Siding
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Memminger
Middle Schools Simmons Pinckney
High Schools Burke
Others
Financing Cash,Conventional
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