641 palmetto street

Set on a generous .23-acre corner lot in the heart of Old Mount Pleasant, 641 Palmetto Street offers something increasingly hard to find: newer construction with real architectural character. Built in 2023 with non-toxic materials and designed by locally admired architect Linda Balzac, this 3,300+ SF stucco residence blends timeless design with a subtle Mediterranean influence--an elegant departure from the expected.Inside, the home is both beautiful and highly functional, with four bedrooms, upstairs flex space/second media room, a dedicated office, and three full baths. The main-level guest suite provides ideal privacy for visitors, while upstairs the primary suite feels like a retreat with heated bathroom floors, a private balcony, spa-like bath, and a custom-designed closet.Two additional bedrooms share a bath and connect to a hidden playroom tucked behind the closets, equal parts charm and practicality. The light-filled kitchen is a wonderful place to gather, featuring marble countertops, a custom-built island, custom cabinetry, a 48-inch chef's range with custom hood, and a beautifully finished walk-in pantry. Natural light pours into the adjoining dining space, where a new designer light fixture adds the fresh, elevated style today's buyers love. A dramatic EuroWall accordion door opens wide to the backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow and expanding the living space beautifully. Throughout the home, custom tilework in every bathroom and on both front and rear porches speaks to the level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Outside, the oversized corner lot offers rare breathing room for Old Mount Pleasant, with mature landscaping, fruit-bearing trees, an organic garden with tomatoes, herbs, and vegetables ready for summer, and ample room for a large future pool. A side-entry attached garage, outdoor shower, mudroom, and laundry room add everyday convenience, while a whole-home generator capable of powering the property for up to two weeks provides valuable peace of mind. And then there is the location. Palmetto Street is one of Old Mount Pleasant's most beloved addresses, where daily life can be enjoyed on foot. From the front door, it is walkable to award-winning schools, the Charleston Harbor, Pitt Street Bridge, Shem Creek, Alhambra Hall and playground, a Michelin-starred restaurant, a beloved old-fashioned pharmacy with soda fountain, wine shop, and an array of charming local boutiques and retail. Quiet streets, mature trees, proximity to the water, and enduring neighborhood charm are all part of the appeal. Homes that offer recent construction, distinctive architecture, and this level of lot and location--within an X flood zone where flood insurance is not required--rarely come to market. 641 Palmetto Street is polished, distinctive, and move-in ready for summer. Golf cart included!!