The historic Job Palmer House at 166 Wentworth Street is a stunning Charleston Single home that was built circa 1809 and previously restored in the 1960's. The owners have completed a meticulous renovation on the existing structure and added a new kitchen wing with a sweeping view of the exquisite garden. This solid brick three story home has a double-tiered piazza with an elegant door architrave. The interior's soaring ceilings, crystal chandeliers and original staircase create an elegance only to be found in homes of this lineage. The owner, a master gardener, along with landscape architect, Robert Chestnut, created an enchanting garden that also allows for off-street parking and several outdoor alcoves creating a wonderful outdoor entertaining space. Attention to detail in the landscaping and outdoor lighting set the stage for old world ambiance. This is a truly wonderful opportunity to live in historic Charleston's beautiful Harleston Village neighborhood. Enjoy the downtown lifestyle with the Battery, incredible restaurants and shopping just a few minutes away.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Charleston Single
Year Built: 1809
Stories: 3
Living Area: 4,964 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: William Means Real Estate, LLC
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Interior: Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study
Fireplace: Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Living Room
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Exterior: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
Parking Information:
Parking: Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.24 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Burke High School, Public Magnet Grades 7-12
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Directions Information:
Directions: On Wentworth Between Rutledge And Ashley
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $5,100,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,027/SqFt
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
High School
2
/10
Burke High School
244 President St
Distance between this listing and this school1.16 miles
Public Magnet Grades 7-12
Nearby Schools
1
/10
Edmund A. Burns Elementary School
3750 Dorchester Rd
Distance between this listing and this school5.88 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
4
/10
West Ashley Middle School
1776 Kennerty Dr
Distance between this listing and this school5.36 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
6
/10
Lowcountry Leadership Academy
5139 Gibson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school16.58 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-9
Assigned Schools
2
/10
Burke High School
244 President St
Distance between this listing and this school1.16 miles
Public Magnet Grades 7-12
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Charleston Charter School For Math and Science
1002 King St
Distance between this listing and this school1.69 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-12
7
/10
James Island Charter High School
1000 Fort Johnson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.34 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $58,221. Most Charleston, SC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 166 Wentworth St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 166 Wentworth St property is $5,100,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 166 Wentworth St is a house located in Charleston, South Carolina, 29401.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 166 Wentworth St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 166 Wentworth St are: Burke High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on March 4, 2019 for $1,710,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 166 Wentworth St has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 166 Wentworth St is 4,964 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 166 Wentworth St is 1809.
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This home is located at 166 Wentworth St in Charleston, SC and zip code 29401 in the The Peninsula neighborhood. This 4,964 square foot home, which was built in 1809, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 18, 2024 and is currently priced at $5,100,000.
In April 2024, from all listings sold in Charleston, SC there were more than 57 sold above asking price, over 167 sold below and more than 80 were sold right at the asked price. In April 2024 in Charleston, SC there were 11.4% more homes for sale than in March 2024.
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