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Historic homes for sale South Carolina. View all SC historic houses, mansions & plantation homes for sale. South Carolina as most of us know from history class is one of the original 13 colonies that made up what is now known to us as the United States. With that history comes many homes that have been here since that time, especially when Charleston SC was the largest port city in what is now known as the USA. When Charleston SC was the capital of South Carolina before the signing of the Declaration of Independence or the Constitution many of the biggest names & dignitaries in US history called South Carolina home or visited here. Historic homes for sale in Charleston SC can fetch over $10M depending, of course, the neighborhood, size, & street, historical significance, and more. Charleston is not the only city with historic homes for sale in SC, the Midlands (capital) as it’s known, more so Columbia SC historic homes are also very abundant and impressive. 

MLS Listings Data

Total Listings:47
Average Price:$3,821,274
Highest Listing Price:$17,900,000
Average Days On Market:117
Average Price/SqFt:$949
SC Historic Houses For Sale currently has fourty-seven (47) for sale on MLS. SC Historic Houses For Sale listings have an average sales price of $3,821,274 ranging in price from $255,000 to $17,900,000. The average sq ft home size of SC Historic Houses For Sale Charleston SC is 4,026 square feet. The largest property for sale is 11,737 sqft and smallest 400 sqft. View property listings for sale by price, street, subdivision, age, property type, location, features, size, and listing date, and time on MLS with an of 117 days on the market.

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Welcome to The Noyer-Wildhagen House, c. 1807. 286 Meeting Street, Unit C is a beautifully restored condominium in one of Charleston's coveted historic homes. Originally owned and built by Ms. Abigail Noyer and later passed down to the Wildhagen Family, this stunning Federal-style brick single house has a rich history. Meticulously restored and now home to handsome condominiums, the property was honored with the prestigious Carolopolis Award by the Charleston Preservation Society. Stepping inside through the private piazza, the bright foyer leads to you the grand living room. The living room is outfitted with timeless architectural details - heart-pine wood floors, an elegant fireplace, soaring ceilings, detailed moldings and custom lighting. The spacious kitchen offers an abundance ofcabinet and counter space. The striking primary bedroom with towering ceilings features a lovely, recently renovated ensuite bathroom. Conveniently, the bathroom can also be accessed from the hall. A walk-in closet and reimagined laundry room complete the primary bedroom suite. The private, sunny piazza is a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city and allows you to take in the sites of Ansonborough and Downtown Charleston. 286 Meeting Street is perfectly positioned amidst Charleston's finest restaurants, shopping, art galleries, and parks. Whether you're seeking a charming pied-à-terre or a full-time residence, this exceptional home offers both history and modern elegance in an unbeatable location.
View details Beds - 1 Baths - 1 Sqft - 985
21 Broad Street offers a rare opportunity to own a fully renovated, income-generating historic property in the heart of downtown Charleston. Originally built in 1802 and completely updated in 2018 (with additional improvements in 2023), this 4,254 sq ft mixed-use building spans four floors and provides both commercial and residential income streams with unmatched versatility. The first floor features a professional office suite with a shared conference room and four private offices, ideal for business tenants or an owner seeking a prestigious Broad Street address. The second floor is a 2-bedroom residence operating as a successful short-term rental with a rare, grandfathered B&B license -- a highly valuable asset in Charleston's tightly regulated market.The top two floors are home to a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath apartment with updated kitchen and baths, perfect for long-term rental income or owner occupancy. Currently fully leased with tenants in place, the property produces over $200,000 net annually. Additional highlights include two off-street parking spaces, updated systems and finishes throughout, and a prime location within walking distance to the Battery, White Point Gardens, award-winning restaurants, coffee shops, and galleries. Whether maintained as a turn-key investment, converted to a live-work arrangement, or adapted for full owner occupancy, 21 Broad Street blends Charleston's historic charm with modern function and proven rental income.
View details Beds - 9 Baths - 0 Sqft - 4278
Embrace a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in the heart of downtown Abbeville. This remarkable 1820 home is one of the city's oldest and is known as the Shillito-Townsend House on the National Register of Historic Places. Your journey begins at the white picket fence and a brick walkway crafted from materials original to the home and the historic Burlington Mill. The gardens, dating back to the 1820s, are a true botanical retreat, featuring early 1900s boxwood gardens. Relax on the Southern porch with its traditional “haint blue” ceiling, a perfect spot to watch neighbors stroll to Main Street Coffee or head downtown for a show at the renowned Abbeville Opera House, enjoy festivals on the Court Square, indulge in local fare, or find unique treasures in the surrounding boutiques. Inside, you'll feel the soul of this home, where original wide-plank hardwood floors have absorbed the character of centuries. Preserved with perfection, every detail is a nod to its deep history, from the breathtaking original moldings and fireplaces to the wavy 9-over-9 classic windows. The main level offers a cozy den, a living room, and a dining room, each with a remote gas fireplace, along with a full bathroom, laundry closet, and an owner’s suite with private access to the gardens. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated to blend vintage charm with modern convenience. The owner preserved the original window garden view while updating the electrical, plumbing, and gas. The space now features a classic Italian-made Hallman gas range, a vintage farmhouse sink with an unlacquered brass fixture, a panel-front Z-Line dishwasher, solid wood cabinetry, and butcher block countertops. Adjacent to the kitchen, a convenient mudroom provides the perfect drop spot after enjoying the gardens. Up the original central staircase are two spacious bedrooms. The first bedroom features a working fireplace and stunning window views overlooking the gardens, while the second retains its original, untouched wallpaper, adding a unique warmth and character. This home offers the best of both worlds: historic charm and peace of mind with recent updates. The owner has meticulously maintained the property with a 4-ton HVAC installed in 2024, a freshly painted interior and exterior, a sealed and repaired roof, and new attic insulation. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, a second home, a unique short-term rental, or a charming space for a service-based business, this home is a living monument where every creaky floorboard tells a story. Protected by a preservation easement held by the Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation, its legacy is ensured for generations to come. To tour this historic property, a private showing must be scheduled with the listing agent and your buyer’s agent. Please be a pre-approved buyer or show proof of funds, and view the 360 tour and video tour before scheduling.
View details Beds - 3 Baths - 1 Sqft - 2199 +/-
This stunning 5,100 sq ft single-family residence, the historic Mary Scott House built in 1813, is located in the highly sought-after Ansonborough neighborhood of Charleston. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this historic home offers an ideal blend of comfort and charm. The property features a well-appointed kitchen, a cozy living room, an elegant dining room, and a welcoming family room. Additionally, there are two finished playrooms, perfect for children or as private retreats.For added convenience, the home includes a mother-in-law or nanny suite, complete with its own full kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath and separate entry, ensuring privacy for guests or extended family.In addition to the main house the property boats a separate 1100 sq ft Carriage House ( not part of 5100 sq ft main house ) with two fully furnished 550 sq ft rental units, each with a kitchen, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and a living room. With a proven rental history, these units average $6,000 per month, totaling $144,000 per year. The property comes with legal short-term rental licensing from the City of Charleston, making it a rare find. Parking is plentiful with 8 off-street spaces, and there's room for 2 more, a significant advantage in this vibrant neighborhood. Another incredible attribute of 11 George is the investment flexibility it could provide. The two units can be leased for approximately one hundred and forty-four thousand a year. Additionally there is opportunity to short term rent the mother in law/nanny suit for another seventy two thousand dollars. With over two hundred thousand dollars in income you can live downtown in southern elegance with your expenses covered! Owner will consider selling the main house along with six parking spots separately. Obviously a house of this stature with ample parking is a one of a kind.
View details Beds - Baths - 0 Sqft - 6300
This stunning 5,100 sq ft single-family residence, the historic Mary Scott House built in 1813, is located in the highly sought-after Ansonborough neighborhood of Charleston. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this historic home offers an ideal blend of comfort and charm. The property features a well-appointed kitchen, a cozy living room, an elegant dining room, and a welcoming family room. Additionally, there are two finished playrooms, perfect for children or as private retreats.For added convenience, the home includes a mother-in-law or nanny suite, complete with its own full kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath and separate entry, ensuring privacy for guests or extended family.In addition to the main house the property boats a separate 1100 sq ft Carriage House( not part of 5100 sq ft main house ) with two fully furnished 550 sq ft rental units, each with a kitchen, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and a living room. With a proven rental history, these units average $6,000 per month, totaling $144,000 per year. The property comes with legal short-term rental licensing from the City of Charleston, making it a rare find. Parking is plentiful with 8 off-street spaces, and there's room for 2 more, a significant advantage in this vibrant neighborhood. Another incredible attribute of 11 George is the investment flexibility it could provide. The two units can be leased for approximately one hundred and forty-four thousand a year. Additionally there is opportunity to short term rent the mother in law/nanny suit for another seventy two thousand dollars. With over two hundred thousand dollars in income you can live downtown in southern elegance with your expenses covered! Owner will consider selling the main house along with six parking spots separately. Obviously a house of this stature with ample parking is a one of a kind.
View details Beds - 9 Baths - 6 Sqft - 6300
Step into Charleston's history at 110 Beaufain Street, a stunning masonry Charleston Single built in 1838 and masterfully restored for modern living. Once home to merchants and mayors, this Neoclassical and Greek Revival residence offers a timeless presence overlooking historic Colonial Lake in the heart of downtown's historic district.Restored and designed by Ben and Kate Towill of Basic Projects with landscaping by Ables, the four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home spans three stories plus an finished attic space. It underwent a meticulous renovation approved by the Architectural Design Board, preserving original character while introducing elegant updates throughout. The 200-year-old plaster walls restored, original sanded down heart pine oak floors, historic mahogany windows upstairs, and reshaped, hand-sanded original trim blend seamlessly with new elements like stained-glass doors, a simple, sophisticated kitchen with carrara marble counters, aged brass hardware, Thermador appliances, and a snug perfect for cozy evenings. The den features a fully restored wood burning fireplace and the most exceptional views of Colonial Lake, with the home set back on the property to provide a quiet, private setting rarely found in this location. The primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a soaking tub, dual solid marble sinks, a walk-in closet with custom lighting, and direct access to the second-level piazza, where soft breezes drift in from the lake. Upstairs, the third floor offers bright, spacious bedrooms with full en suite baths and closets. A versatile attic space provides additional room for a bunk area and home office, perfect for guests or a quiet workspace with views across the lake. Outside, the private courtyard and landscaped gardens are centered around a saltwater pool with a spa and a pool house with all hook-ups for a sauna and cold plunge, creating a serene retreat ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. The home's design feels both high-end and comfortable throughout, from the interiors to the outdoor living spaces. The brick and oyster tabby driveway offers unmatched parking for three cars, a rare convenience on the Peninsula. Blending original architectural details with modern luxuries in a premier location, this home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Charleston's rich history.
View details Beds - 4 Baths - 4 Sqft - 3735
***Ask about the possibility of receiving 1% reduction in interest rate and free refi.***Situated on Meeting Street in the heart of downtown Charleston, just across the street from iconic Marion Square, this exceptional condo combines historic charm with one of the most sought-after locations in the city. Step outside your door to explore the Farmers Market, stroll King Street's shops, restaurants, and nightlife, or take an easy walk to the College of Charleston.Unit 24 is a truly remarkable home filled with character and light. Inside, soaring ceilings, oak floors, original crown molding, and tall windows create a timeless backdrop. The open kitchen and living area are ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, with gleaming countertops, stainless steel appliances,and historic details. A spiral staircase leads to the second level where you'll find a spacious bedroom and a bright sunroom showcasing incredible views. From here, a ladder ascends to a loft space, perfect for guests or a private retreat. A full bathroom with a step-in shower completes the upper level. Residents of this historic building enjoy access to a gated courtyard with elegant fountain features as well as a gated parking lot with select owner access. With its unbeatable location, historic details, and inviting atmosphere, this condo offers a rare opportunity to experience downtown Charleston at its finest.
View details Beds - 1 Baths - 1 Sqft - 936
On one of the most coveted and quiet streets South of Broad, 12 Orange Street is a masterfully restored historic residence that seamlessly blends timeless Charleston charm with thoughtful, high-quality updates. Every detail of this home reflects a love of its historic architecture while the updates make a seamless transition to today's style of living.The living spaces of this Charleston single have many windows and French doors which face south making for light filled interiors overlooking a beautiful Sheila Wertimer, of Wertimer and Cline, designed parterre garden. A kitchen and family room was created at the rear of the home and opens out to a tumbled marble terrace with dining table, lounge seating and a heated and cooled saltwater pool. This quiet sanctuary is walled and gated in for privacy. A back hall was created between the kitchen and dining room housing a built-in bar with a bar sink, under-counter wine refrigerator and divided wine storage. A powder room with an extra shower for the times when you have a full house is well positioned. A new back stair to the second floor created a better flow. The almost octagonal shape Dining room was designed with a custom modillion crown, an antique salvaged Georgian corner cabinet and mantel with gas fire basket features a hand painted floor by Robert Shelton, offering a unique and refined setting for elegant entertaining. The library off the front foyer with its original mantle flanked by custom designed cabinetry housing books and display, create a cozy area to read, converse or sip bourbon. The light and airy living room at the front of the home with its front facing windows and French doors to the piazza has its original mantle with working gas fire basket and a light crystal chandelier making it an elegant room to entertain guests. The primary suite is a welcoming retreat, offering a spacious sitting/dressing room with generous built in storage for hanging clothes and shoe and handbag storage, a working gas fireplace, and French doors to the piazza. The suite includes a second closet area and a Primary Bath with Calcutta a marble floor, two marble washstands with glass legs and a large frameless glass and marble shower with shower head, rain head and handheld shower. The second floor also has a drawing room with built-in cabinets, wet bar and refrigerator and French doors to the piazza with charming views of Orange St. The guest suite above the kitchen has a large statuary marble bathroom with two marble washstands, a nickel waterworks soaking tub and a shower with three shower heads. The third floor has two bedrooms with a bath between. The home underwent a comprehensive renovation begun in 2011 and a second update in 2021. The entire house was taken down to the studs and carefully restored with period appropriate elements and craftmanship giving it the charm and elegance sought after in Charleston homes. Original heart of pine floors and 8 historic mantels were preserved to honor the home's rich architectural heritage while period appropriate crowns, casings, baseboard, paneling and cabinetry were custom milled to replicate or compliment those of the home's Georgian period. A new standing seam copper roof, new custom historically accurate windows, new electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems and new insulation were added to allow this house to continue to be enjoyed for generations to come. Two Rinnai instant hot water heaters, five chimneys fitted with custom gas baskets imported from London, plentiful custom cabinets to allow for ample storage, baths with multiple shower heads, and 1st and second floor wet bars with refrigeration make for the ease of living we love for today's busy lives. An off-street granite bordered brick drive secured at the street with automated iron gates ensure the homes privacy. With the tranquil location, on sought after high ground, and the benefit of underground utilities preserving the streetscape, 12 Orange Street is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously restored home in the heart of Charleston, where every detail has been elevated.
View details Beds - 4 Baths - 4 Sqft - 3973
Circa 1804, The Lindsay Fowler House. Prime, quiet lower Church Street location. This fine South of Broad home was beautifully restored, including the addition of a comfortable kitchen/library wing, plus a rear stair to the private primary suite. Historic finishes throughout, up to 4 total bedrooms and 4 full baths, if needed. All 4 baths have been recently updated in 2025. Beautifully cared for, charming walled courtyard, gated off-street parking.
View details Beds - 4 Baths - 4 Sqft - 3252

HISTORIC CITIES & TOWNS OF SOUTH CAROLINA

 

CHARLESTON SC 

Probably the most well-known historic city of South Carolina has to be Charleston SC. Given that Charleston SC is featured in all of the best travel magazines, won best #1 tourist city I don’t know how many times, home of Bravo’s Southern Charm hit show, and home to some of the best culinary dining it is no surprise. The Low-country of South Carolina is home to many “Antebellum” homes characterized by large swaths of land, large mature trees, huge mansion-style homes with large columns, and huge stairways. 

Charleston is also one of the oldest cities in North America and at one point was the vacation destination for many historic politicians and military generals of both the Revolutionary War and The Civil War. It is not uncommon to find a house that was once owned or lived in by someone famous to our United States Constitution or government. 

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COLUMBIA SC

Columbia SC only about 1.5-hour drive from Charleston and now the capital of South Carolina wasn’t always the capital but ever since it was ransacked by the North in The Civil War Columbia has its own proud history and the historic homes to match it. Certain streets and neighborhoods of downtown Columbia SC have many historic homes, and outside Columbia is Camden SC another place full of plantation homes & mansions. Luckily these historic homes & plantations usually come with large parcels of land usually a minimum of 5 acres unless the house is in the city of course. The outer smaller towns of central South Carolina (The Midlands) is also full of historic homes where you’ll find a lot of acreage that comes with the house. In 1786, in what’s now, Columbia was important to the overall development of the state. The Congarees, a frontier fort on the west bank of the Congaree River, was the head of navigation in the Santee River system. A ferry was established by the colonial government in 1754 to connect the fort with the growing settlements on the higher ground on the east bank. Columbia SC has a “historic district” even where many of the homes are designated historic and subject to many of the same rigorous standards as Charleston’s historic homes as it pertains to renovation and work. 

 

CAMDEN SC

South Carolina has large palatial mansions, Antebellum & plantation-style houses all over the state so if you are one of those people who just love history and the charm of the old south, and don’t mind the stifling heat and humidity that comes along with it then come on down to our home. Just outside of Columbia only a short drive, Camden SC is in Kershaw County and is the oldest inland city and fourth oldest city in South Carolina. It is near the center of the Cofitachequi chiefdom that existed in the 1500s. In 1730, Camden became part of a township plan ordered by King George II. Camden is also home to Lake Wateree, where you can find lakefront homes as well. 

 

 

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