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79 King Street

Charleston, SC 29401
  • $4,250,000
  • STATUS: Active Under Contract
  • ON SITE: 7 Days
  • ID#: 26015998
Under Contract
UPDATED: 25 min ago
$4,250,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.06
    ACRES
  • 3
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,284
    SQFT
  • $1,861
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1747
County:

School Information

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Middle School:
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Description

The Captain Baker Francis House dates back to 1747 and was originally built by a merchant. This Pre-revolutionary gem has been transformed for its owner, a former design magazine editor-in-chief, and her lawyer husband into a sophisticated townhouse in the elegant historic district, within easy reach of the conveniences and activity of King Street and above Broad, blending classic Charleston charm, contemporary design, and magical outdoor living. The stunning Charleston single lives large with rich historic details, including original floors, doors, windows, staircase, four fireplaces, and has been featured in the leading international lifestyle publication, Cabana Magazine.Beau Clowney designed the modern, European-style kitchen, which blends seamlessly into the garden through a wall of steel and glass windows--and indoor and outdoor bluestone tiles. The elegant living room and dining room are on the main level, with a hidden bar and closet, and a powder room. The primary suite has been transformed into a stylish, light-filled retreat with ample storage space and a large dressing room/primary bath. The formal library is lined with floor-to-ceiling book cases, one of which opens to reveal a spacious hidden bathroom. A third-floor guest room and "bunk room" with shiplap paneling and under-bed storage share a contemporary tiled bathroom and shower. The garden lives as an exterior room with a generous lap pool beneath a historic arch covered in climbing fig vines. The custom, bluestone patio with seating and dining areas is designed with outdoor entertaining and enjoyment in mind. A storage shed and cooking area are tucked away behind an ancient wall in the back of the garden. Historic Charleston Foundation holds a conservation easement. Carolina Art Association lists the property as "Building Considered Notable" in the publication, This is Charleston.

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79 King Street Charleston, SC 29401

  • Price: $4,250,000
  • Status: Active Under Contract
  • On Site: 7 Days
  • Updated: 25 min ago
  • ID#: 26015998
3
Beds
3
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.06
Acres
2,284
SQFT
$1,861
$/SQFT
1747
Built
Neighborhood:
South Of Broad
County:
Charleston
Area:
Charleston Peninsula - Below Crosstown
Elementary School:
Memminger
Middle School:
Simmons Pinckney
High School:
Burke
Property Description
The Captain Baker Francis House dates back to 1747 and was originally built by a merchant. This Pre-revolutionary gem has been transformed for its owner, a former design magazine editor-in-chief, and her lawyer husband into a sophisticated townhouse in the elegant historic district, within easy reach of the conveniences and activity of King Street and above Broad, blending classic Charleston charm, contemporary design, and magical outdoor living. The stunning Charleston single lives large with rich historic details, including original floors, doors, windows, staircase, four fireplaces, and has been featured in the leading international lifestyle publication, Cabana Magazine.Beau Clowney designed the modern, European-style kitchen, which blends seamlessly into the garden through a wall of steel and glass windows--and indoor and outdoor bluestone tiles. The elegant living room and dining room are on the main level, with a hidden bar and closet, and a powder room. The primary suite has been transformed into a stylish, light-filled retreat with ample storage space and a large dressing room/primary bath. The formal library is lined with floor-to-ceiling book cases, one of which opens to reveal a spacious hidden bathroom. A third-floor guest room and "bunk room" with shiplap paneling and under-bed storage share a contemporary tiled bathroom and shower. The garden lives as an exterior room with a generous lap pool beneath a historic arch covered in climbing fig vines. The custom, bluestone patio with seating and dining areas is designed with outdoor entertaining and enjoyment in mind. A storage shed and cooking area are tucked away behind an ancient wall in the back of the garden. Historic Charleston Foundation holds a conservation easement. Carolina Art Association lists the property as "Building Considered Notable" in the publication, This is Charleston.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Charleston Single Construction Materials Stucco Fencing Brick Lot Features 0 - .5 Acre Other Structures No Pool Features In Ground Pool Private YN Yes

Interior Features

Cooling Central Air Cooling YN Yes Fireplace Features BedroomDining RoomGas LogLiving RoomThree + Fireplace YN Yes Flooring StoneWood Heating Heat Pump Heating YN Yes Interior Features Eat-in KitchenFormal LivingEntrance FoyerStudy Levels 3 Stories Master Bedroom Level Upper

Property Features

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: 2026-06-10T13:31:23.643.
 
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