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42 S Battery Street

Charleston, SC 29401
  • $6,980,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 14 Days
  • ID#: 25018450
UPDATED: 19 min ago
$6,980,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 0.2
    ACRES
  • 5
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 4,637
    SQFT
  • $1,505
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1802
County:

School Information

Elementary School:
Middle School:
High School:

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, bespoke Degournay wallpaper with lacquered wood trim in dining room, 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 with 2 full baths; 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.

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42 S Battery Street Charleston, SC 29401

  • Price: $6,980,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 14 Days
  • Updated: 19 min ago
  • ID#: 25018450
4
Beds
5
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.2
Acres
4,637
SQFT
$1,505
$/SQFT
1802
Built
Neighborhood:
South Of Broad
County:
Charleston
Area:
Charleston Peninsula - Below Crosstown
Elementary School:
Memminger
Middle School:
Simmons Pinckney
High School:
Burke
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, bespoke Degournay wallpaper with lacquered wood trim in dining room, 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 with 2 full baths; 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.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Charleston Single Carport Spaces 0 Carport YN No Construction Materials BlockStuccoWood Siding Covered Spaces 0 Exterior Features Lawn IrrigationRain GuttersLightingStoop Fencing BrickPrivacy Foundation Details Crawl Space Garage YN No Other Structures No Parking Features Off Street Patio And Porch Features PatioCoveredWrap AroundPorch Pool Features In Ground Pool Private YN Yes Roof CopperMetal

Interior Features

Cooling Central Air Cooling YN Yes Fireplace Features BedroomDining RoomFamily RoomLiving RoomThree + Fireplace YN Yes Flooring OtherWood Heating Electric Heating YN Yes Interior Features Ceiling - Cathedral/VaultedCeiling - SmoothHigh CeilingsElevatorKitchen IslandWalk-In Closet(s)BonusEat-in KitchenFamilyFormal LivingEntrance FoyerIn-Law FloorplanOfficePantrySeparate DiningStudySun Laundry Features Laundry Room Levels Multi-Story Master Bedroom Features Outside Access Master Bedroom Level Upper

Property Features

Community Features GatedTrash Listing Terms CashConventional New Construction YN No Property Attached YN No Property Sub Type Single Family Detached Sewer Public Sewer Utilities Charleston Water ServiceDominion Energy Water Source Public

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Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® logo Real estate listing marked with the CTMLS logo or an abbreviated logo are provided courtesy of the Charleston Trident MLS Broker Reciprocity Database. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or The Cassina Group, LLC. Data last updated: 2025-07-18T18:31:21.02.
 
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