Address

32 Legare Street Charleston, SC

Type

Single Family

Price

$ 14,999,000

Property Attributes

MLS#16027451
TypeSingle Family
CountyCHARLESTON
CityCharleston
AreaCharleston Inside Crosstown
NeighborhoodSouth Of Broad
Zip29401
StyleCharleston Single
Price$ 14,999,000
Bedrooms9
Full Bathrooms13
Half Bathrooms3
Sqr Footage17142
Lot Size0.87 Acres

Listing Provided Courtesy Of:

Handsome Properties, Inc.

Property Description

Legare Street's oldest residence, known locally as "The Sword Gate," was built circa 1790-1803 and is located on high ground in a high AE flood zone. This Federal-style residence is privately nestled behind its famous front gates which were originally commissioned for the City's Guard House but rejected because the proposed price was too steep. Sword Gate was originally constructed by the great-granddaughter of Solomon Legare, the man for whom Legare Street is named. This elegant estate of over 17,000 square feet includes 9 bedrooms, 13 full and 3 half baths and is one of the most impressive and historically significant homes on Peninsular Charleston. Adamesque woodwork, plasterwork and composition work enhance many of the most formal spaces including the grand ballroom and dining room.The property is entirely secured by stately old brick walls and commanding gates of iron. The estate of approximately 0.87 acres also includes a lovely carriage house, a separate staff wing which includes maids and butlers quarters, a conservatory, and a large garage. The gardens are positioned surrounding the home providing a peaceful escape yet still protecting the privacy of the residents. Enjoy the croquet lawn and a calming reflecting pool leading to the conservatory. Private outdoor dining and seating vignettes under grand old trees provide refuge from the world outside and the Carolina sun. The provenance of one of Charleston's most coveted residences includes a tannery, an elite private girls school, a museum, and an Inn. The estate also boasts a famous owner, Abraham Lincoln's granddaughter. The finest team of craftsmen, contractors, landscape architects, and an internationally known designer brought this fine residence back to its original grandeur over a span of several years, blending the best of old historic architecture and state of the art technology. A Chilled Water HVAC System heats and cools the residence.

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
Memminger Elementary School	Courtenay Middle School	Burke High School

Price History
10/22/2016	Listed $19,500,000
12/7/2017	11% - $17,500,000
6/6/2018	9% - $15,990,000
1/8/2019	7% - $14,999,000

General Features

Amenities	Cable TV Available
Elementary School	Memminger
Garage Features	2 Car Garage
High School	Burke
Lease Purchase	No
Listing Area	51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Middle School	Courtenay
New Owned	Pre-Owned
SF Detached Style	Charleston Single
Subdivision	South of Broad
Virtual Tour	https://youtu.be/as1HEL6nG44

Interior Features

Cooling	Other (Use Remarks)
Fireplace Description	Bathroom, Bedroom, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Connection, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Three +, Wood Burning
Floors	Wood, Marble, Stone
Ground Level	No
Heating	Other (Use Remarks)
Master Bedroom	Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closets
Misc. Interior	Ceilings - 9'+, Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Kitchen Island, Ceiling - Smooth, Window Treatments - Some, Other (Use Remarks), Walk-In Closets, Wet Bar
Rooms	Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Foyer, Game, Great, Laundry, Office, Pantry, Other (Use Remarks), Separate Dining, Study, Utility
Total Bedrooms	9

Exterior Features

Acreage	0.87
Exterior	Stucco, Wood Siding
Foundation	Basement
Lot Description	.5 - 1 Acre
Misc. Exterior	Fence - Brick, Patio - Covered, Porch - Full Front, Gutters, Fence - Iron, Lawn Irrigation, Patio, Fence - Private, Special Yard Lights, Storage/Outbuilding, Workshop, Porch - Wrap-Around, Porch - Front Porch
Roof	Slate