Charleston, SC 29401
- 5Beds
- 3Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 6,165SqFt
- 1809Year Built
- 0.13Acres
- MLS# 24024476
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Active
- Approx Time on Market16 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- Subdivision Ansonborough
Overview
The grandeur of Downtown Charleston awaits at the Stephen Shrewsbury House in the coveted Ansonborough neighborhood. A solid-brick single house, 40 Laurens Street commands attention with two levels of iconic piazzas and a ground-level veranda courtyard. The circa 1809 home showcases exquisite Adamesque woodworking, including period mantels and mouldings, expertly curated by the original builder, who had a background in carpentry. With 4.5 living levels and over 6,000 square feet, this residence offers ample room to entertain guests for legendary house parties. The courtyard, separate from the generous gated off-street parking area, provides an idyllic walled sanctuary with minimal maintenance for the perfect lock-and-leave lifestyle.Extensively renovated in 2021, the luxury kitchen wows with high-end finishes and appliances like the Wolf six-burner range and Sub Zero refrigerator. A handsome fireplace, lovingly incorporated into the new kitchen design, infuses the space with character. A comfortable, informal dining area completes the space, with additional refrigeration drawers and bar stool seating.Accessible by the grand staircase and the three-stop elevator, the primary suite encompasses the entire second floor, featuring a library, primary bedroom, recently renovated bath, and walk-in closet. The fourth floor offers two spacious full-height guest rooms with a shared bath - also recently redone- and a third bedroom on the upper dormer level. The Garden Level, also accessible by the elevator, provides a spacious guest or nanny suite with a dedicated living space.The location of this stunning and well-preserved property is unbeatable, within two blocks of the grocery store, close proximity to the beating heart of the city's fine dining and nightlife, cultural performance venues, and Marion Square - truly walkable to all of the best that Downtown Charleston has to offer. Live like a local in grand fashion at 40 Laurens; schedule your showing today.
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Elevators
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Levels: Multi-Story
Year Built: 1809
Floors: Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Privacy
Misc Ext: Porch - Full Front
Exterior Features: Balcony
Pool Private: No
Style: Charleston Single
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Three +
Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Dining, Study
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 0.13
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.13
Lot Sqft: 5662.8
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 4
Foundation: Basement
Exterior: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Property Subtype: No
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 5
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 6165
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service
Heating: Yes
Heat: Forced Air
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
Corner Of E. Bay And LaurensCourtesy of listing office Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty