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38 Church Street
Charleston SC, 29401
$6,850,000
$1,162.79 per sqft
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5 Beds
8 Baths
5,891 sqft
Residential
Built in 1812
Circa 1812, historically known as The George Keenan House. Purchased after construction and renovated by Dr. Vincent LeSeigneur in 1814. Born in Normandy, LeSeigneur relocated from Santo Domingo. He was known as a caring and generous physician who practiced medicine in Charleston for over 50 years. LeSeigneur added the two adjacent lots, north and south, around 1826 to create the unique garden enjoyed today. The crenelated stair addition to the north along with the adjoining of the main house to the dependency was done around 1900 by the Hopkins family. The Hopkins/Lebby families owned the property for over 100 years.The main house is a three-and-a-half-story masonry home, handsomely finished with south-facing, double-tiered piazzas. The top level piazza is open with a balustrade; the first level features a beautiful row of nicely fluted Doric columns.
More recently, this fine masonry home was meticulously restored, offering a historic and lush setting. The location is one of the best in the South of Broad area, quiet and picturesque. Sited on the historic bend of lower Church Street, the lot offers formal gardens and a private pool terrace on the south piazza side of the property. In addition, the north garden features a rare parking court with a private gate from Church Street giving additional access to the heated and cooled garage, kitchen, and pool house.
Inside the home, the interior plaster work is second to none with fine Adamesque details - handsome door surrounds, intricate carving, plaster friezes, all painstakingly restored by hand. From the windows and piazzas, this home offers eighteenth century postcard views with an abundance of light.
The first floor drawing room is very fine; the second floor drawing room is one of the best offered today in the historic district.
The kitchen was recently redeveloped along with the addition of a glass wall allowing easier access to view and enjoy the garden. Quartz countertops, Wolf, Miele, Thermador, along with chic custom cabinetry help to create a modern and functional showpiece.
The lush pool terrace is perfect for entertaining with family and friends. There is a separate pool house that originally was one of the few remaining pigeonniers in the city. A private outdoor spa is to the rear corner of the garden.
Additional features include climate controlled garage; parking for multiple cars off street; separate laundry; smart house electronics to control security, climate, lighting, and music (Sonos); gallery lighting; electric gates.
23002993
MLSⓇ ID
February 10, 2023
Listed
October 1, 2024
Updated
Map
38 Church Street
Charleston SC, 29401
Interior Features
Total Stories
4
Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
8
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
3
Interior Features
Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Cellar, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Media, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study
Laundry Description
Laundry Room
Floor Description
Wood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Three
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
Yes
Heating Description
Forced Air
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.26 Acres
Exterior Features
Lighting
Lot Features
0 - 5 Acre, Interior Lot, Level
Architectual Style
Charleston Single
Roof
Slate
Sewer
Public Sewer
School Information
High School
Burke
Elementary School
Memminger
Other Property Details
Area Name
51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Garage
No
Parking
Detached, Off Street
View
No
County
Charleston
Water Source
Public
Pool
Yes
Pool Features
In Ground
Listing History
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
5/2/2023 | Price change | $6,850,000 -7% |
5/2/2023 | Unknown | — |
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