$3,535,000
Charleston, SC 29401
MLS# 22015659
Status: Closed
2 beds | 2.5 baths | 2855 sqft
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Property Description
This sophisticated penthouse condominium is located in the Somersall-DeSaussure House at 45 East Bay Street. It has been expertly renovated with remarkable details throughout and offers historic Charleston views. A true highlight is the 8' x 80' piazza perfect for dining al fresco and enjoying harbor breezes. Step inside the custom-built domed foyer and you will be delighted by stunning details including built-in bookcases and hardwood floors hand painted by James Alan Smith. The light-filled formal living room boasts Venetian plaster walls, a striking Carrara and Portor marble mantle and harbor views. Plaster moldings and medallions were custom created by David Heuske in the Adam style based on pieces unique to Charleston. A formal dining room is ideal for entertaining showcasing
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Location, Tax & Legal
Unit #: C
Legal Description: UNIT C % OWNERSHIP OF COM ELEM 25.0%
Tax Map #: 4581301114
Street #: 45
Street Name: Bay
Street Suffix: Street
County: Charleston
State: SC
Zip Code: 29401
Area: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Subdivision: South of Broad
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Directions: Take East Bay Street toward the Battery. The home will be on the right after Tradd Street.
General Property Info
Ground Level: No
Stories: 2
HOA Fee: Yes
HOA Frequency: Quarterly
HOA $: 4676.75
Lease Purchase: No
Potential Short Sale: No
Bedrooms: 2
Baths - Full: 2
Baths - Half: 1
Baths - Total: 2.5
Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 2855
Year Built: 1838
Tax/Fees
Taxes: 9089
Status Change Info
Sold Price/SqFt: 1238.18
New Mortgage Type: Cash
Sold Date: 2022-07-29
SqFt Source
Hired Measurement: 1
Roof
Slate: 1
Lot Description
Riverview: 1
Exterior
Stucco: 1
SF Attached Style
Condominium: 1
Foundation
Basement: 1
Garage/Parking
Off-Street Parking: 1
Misc Exterior
Porch - Full Front: 1
Stories/Levels
Multi-Story: 1
Equipment/Appliances
Disposal: 1
Dryer: 1
Gas Range: 1
Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Stacked Washer/Dryer: 1
Washer: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Heat
Heat Pump: 1
Rooms
Formal Living: 1
Foyer: 1
Separate Dining: 1
Amenities
Elevators: 1
Assumable
No: 1
Proposed Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional Loan: 1
Misc Interior
Ceiling - Smooth: 1
New Owned
Pre-Owned: 1
Floors
Wood: 1
FP Desc/Location
Three +: 1
Bathroom: 1
Bedroom: 1
Dining Room: 1
Gas Logs: 1
Living Room: 1
Possession
At Closing: 1
Showing Instructions
Contact Listing Agent: 1
Water/Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
Utility Suppliers
Charleston Water Service: 1
Dominion Energy: 1
Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Attached
MLS List Date: 2022-06-14
Status: Closed
List Price: $3,500,000
Current Price: $3,535,000
Property Features
SqFt Source: Hired Measurement
SF Attached Style: Condominium
Lot Description: Riverview
Misc Exterior: Porch - Full Front
Roof: Slate
Exterior: Stucco
Foundation: Basement
Misc Interior: Ceiling - Smooth
New Owned: Pre-Owned
Rooms: Formal Living; Foyer; Separate Dining
Cooling: Central Air
Floors: Wood
Heat: Heat Pump
Possession: At Closing
Showing Instructions: Contact Listing Agent
Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy
Amenities: Elevators
Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan
Assumable: No
Supplements
de Gournay wallpaper, mirrorwork by Bob Hines and a gas fireplace with an elegant mantle. The well-appointed kitchen features hand painted tile from Holland, marble countertops and custom cabinetry. The main level primary suite is truly spacious with dual closets and high ceilings. A second-floor studio consists of a bedroom, sitting room, bath and abundant closet space. This unit includes designated driveway parking that can accommodate three cars. Situated prominently on East Bay Street, this beautiful historic condo is ideally located to take advantage of all Charleston has to offer. Available Documents: Flood declarations page 2022, Bylaws of 45 East Bay Street Horizontal Property Regime, Closing Information Sheet, Certificate of Insurance, Master Deed, Floor Plans, Deed of Conservation Easement, Kitchen Door Request for Alteration, Approval to extend replacement of kitchen door, Budget, Mold Inspection, Historic Charleston Foundation Inspection, MLS SCPCD Form, Seller's Property Condition Disclosure Law Exemptions.
Sellers Disclosure Exemption 
Listing Office: William Means Real Estate, LLC
Last Updated: July - 29 - 2022
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