17 water street

Charleston, SC 29401

5 BEDS 4-Full 2-Half BATHS
0.09 AC LOT
Residential - Single Family Detached
Image 1
Bedrooms 5
Total Baths 5
Full Baths 4
Acreage 0.09
Status Off Market
MLS # 25024105
County Charleston
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Category Residential - Single Family Detached
Status Off Market
Acreage 0.09
MLS # 25024105
County Charleston
Described by Rachel McAdams as a ''lovely hideaway'' while living here during the filming of The Notebook, 17 Water Street is a rare gem in Charleston's iconic South of Broad neighborhood. Known as ''The Tobias Scott House,'' this historic three-residence estate offers timeless elegance and unmatched character in one of America's most sought-after locations. A truly unique opportunity to own a piece of Charleston's rich history.17 Water Street is a historic property offering charm, flexibility, and income potential. Built in the late 1860s, the residence was once home to Tobias Scott, an emancipated artisan and fan maker, and his wife Christiana. The property is composed of three thoughtfully restored structures arranged around a private walled courtyard: a main house, a kitchen house, and a carriage house. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, showcasing original architectural details blended seamlessly with modern updates. The kitchen house offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, while the carriage house provides additional living spacemaking the property ideal for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, or rental income. Each home enjoys its own private outdoor living space as well as a dedicated laundry room, adding convenience and comfort for both owners and guests. Off-street parking, lush landscaping, and close proximity to the Battery, White Point Garden, and the city's finest dining and shopping further enhance this property's appeal. With its rich history, versatile layout, and prime location, 17 Water Street presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Charleston's storied past while enjoying the comforts of modern living.
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Exterior Features

  • Style Carriage/Kitchen House, Charleston Single, Cottage
  • Construction Single Family
  • Siding Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
  • Roof Metal
  • Garage Yes
  • Water Public
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Lot Description 0 - .5 Acre, Interior Lot, Level

Interior Features

  • Heating Electric, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Fireplaces Description Dining Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Three +
  • Year Built 1867
  • Stories Two

Neighborhood & Schools

  • Subdivision South of Broad
  • Elementary School Memminger
  • Middle School Simmons Pinckney
  • High School Burke

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