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Charleston,SC 29401
OPEN HOUSE
Fri Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,637 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,505
Subdivision South Of Broad
MLS Listing ID 25018450
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 5
Year Built 1802
Lot Size 8,712 Sqft
Acres 0.2
Property Sub-Type Single Family Detached
Property Description
Like stepping onto a Slim Aarons set, 42 South Battery, also known as the Robert Murray House is a must see! Built in 1802 & prestigiously located at the corner of King & S Battery, with views of White Point Gardens, the Battery & Charleston Harbor.This iconic estate boasts historically significant gardens designed by Loutrel Briggs which were restored in 2021, with new hardscaping & irrigation added. The crown jewel of the majestic gardens is a round plunge pool surrounded by towering palm trees & hedges. The beautiful grounds are large enough to host a party fit for the Great Gatsby!The original architectural features have been remarkably retained with preserved period details such as heart pine floors, moldings & Adams mantels.This home was extensively renovated in 2024-2025, adding exquisite curated interiors to match the exterior beauty. Notable features include: an elevator to 3 floors, a heated & cooled 4th floor room was added for storage or playroom (hence the additional square footage from previous listings), exterior paint changed from yellow to pink, all new custom baths, kitchen, custom cabinetry, custom closet designs in every bedroom, tankless water heater added, interior completely repainted, double wraparound piazzas, large separate wine fridge, flex space off of the living room was repurposed to potentially be used as an extra bedroom, if not used as an office. In addition, the roof was recoated in 2025. Custom draperies & all light fixtures to convey with sale. The seller is also willing to sell the custom painted grand piano in the living room.
The 2nd floor is currently entirely dedicated to the primary suite, however it could be reverted to its original use of 2 bedrooms. Each bedroom has its own en suite bath & each custom designed in differing unique & notable styles. In addition, the 3 main bedrooms all have fireplaces.
This gated estate boasts room for parking approximately 5-6 cars depending upon size, still leaving ample room for outdoor entertaining & enjoyment.
Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own & enjoy a legacy estate for years to come!
See attached for Floor Plans (completed July 2025). If sqft is important, please measure.
The information herein is furnished to the best of the Listing Agent's knowledge, but is subject to verification by the purchaser & their agent. Listing Agent assumes no responsibility for correctness thereof, nor warrant the accuracy of the information or the condition of the property. Buyer to verify schools.
Location
State SC
County Charleston
Area 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside Of Crosstown
Rooms
Primary Bedroom Level Upper
Master Bedroom Upper Outside Access
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted,Ceiling - Smooth,High Ceilings,Elevator,Kitchen Island,Walk-In Closet(s),Bonus,Eat-in Kitchen,Family,Formal Living,Entrance Foyer,In-Law Floorplan,Office,Pantry,Separate Dining,Study,Sun
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Other,Wood
Fireplaces Type Bedroom,Dining Room,Family Room,Living Room,Three +
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Lawn Irrigation,Rain Gutters,Lighting,Stoop
Parking Features Off Street
Fence Brick,Privacy
Pool In Ground
Community Features Gated,Trash
Utilities Available Charleston Water Service,Dominion Energy
Roof Type Copper,Metal
Porch Patio,Covered,Wrap Around,Porch
Private Pool true
Building
Story 4
Foundation Crawl Space
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Charleston Single
Level or Stories Multi-Story
Structure Type Block,Stucco,Wood Siding
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Memminger
Middle Schools Simmons Pinckney
High Schools Burke
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Virtual Tour https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/01637b7b-284b-45fc-ae8a-20054198ad8b?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard