$2,700,000
Charleston, SC 29401
MLS# 25009189
Status: Closed
3059 sqft
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Property Description
Welcome to the R.C. Salas House located at 78 Society St. This unique property, with a history dating back to the 1880s, is located in the heart of downtown's commercial district. The building is situated along the bustling section of Society Street between Meeting Street and King Street, just a few blocks north of the Charleston Place Hotel. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and charm, this turnkey property features two separate units, ideal for investors looking to maximize rental revenue. Importantly, the property benefits from a rare BZAZ special exception, which allows for the operation of two legal accommodation units on the property. This is a premier investment property, with a proven track record of short-term rental success on Airbnb and VRBO-
Details
Maps
Contract Info
Primary Structure List Price/SqFt: 948.02
MLS List Date: 2025-04-04
Status: Closed
List Price: $2,900,000
Current Price: $2,700,000
Location, Tax & Legal
Legal Description: 78 N SOCIETY
Tax Map #: 4570404029
Street #: 78
Street Name: Society
Street Suffix: Street
County: Charleston
State: SC
Zip Code: 29401
Area: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Subdivision: Downtown
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Directions: From King Street, take a left on Society. Property will be on the left.
General Property Info
# Stories: 2
Occupancy: Leased
Lease Purchase: No
Potential Short Sale: No
Other Structures Y/N: No
Number of Units: 2
Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 3059
Year Built: 1882
Acreage: 0.1
Income, Expenses & Fees
Gross Income: 257022.86
Auction: No
Office/Member Info
Seller Concessions Negotiable Y/N: Yes
Status Change Info
Sold Price/SqFt: 882.64
New Mortgage Type: Conventional
Sold Date: 2025-09-08
SqFt Source
Hired Measurement: 1
Roof
Metal: 1
Exterior
Brick - Solid: 1
Attic Features
Access: 1
Foundation
Basement: 1
Crawl Space: 1
Zoning
Conforming: 1
Garage/Parking
2 Car: 1
Other (Use Remarks): 1
Driveway
Concrete: 1
Architectural Style
Duplex: 1
New Owned/Pre-owned
Pre-Owned: 1
Equipment/Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Electric Cooktop: 1
Electric Dryer Hookup: 1
Electric Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer Hookup: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Heat
Natural Gas: 1
Amenities
Trash: 1
Proposed Financing
Any: 1
Cash: 1
Conventional Loan: 1
Possession
At Closing: 1
Water/Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
Utility Suppliers
Charleston Water Service: 1
Dominion Energy: 1
Property Features
SqFt Source: Hired Measurement
Roof: Metal
Exterior: Brick - Solid
Attic Features: Access
Foundation: Basement; Crawl Space
Driveway: Concrete
Architectural Style: Duplex
Zoning: Conforming
Cooling: Central Air
Heat: Natural Gas
Amenities: Trash
Proposed Financing: Any; Cash; Conventional Loan
Possession: At Closing
Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy
Supplements
(the current owner has operated the property as a self-managed short term rental operation for several years). In addition to two on-site (tandem) parking spaces, the property benefits from an off-site parking easement with the right to use two parking spaces in the adjacent property that are located immediately next to 78 Society St (there is no monthly cost for the use of these spaces and are available 24/7).
The downstairs unit sleeps 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The upstairs unit sleeps 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The entire home accommodates up to 12 guests with a total of 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths. This home features fully equipped kitchens on both levels, 7 fireplaces (not used by owner), charming, enclosed side porches, and a picturesque courtyard in the back. For a creative investor, the rear section of the property may offer an opportunity to expand the structure or build a supplemental building (buyer to study and verify).
Why You'll Love it!
- Turnkey: Ready for immediate rental income
-Prime Location: In the heart of downtown Charleston. One block from King Street, two blocks from Market Street, walking distance to fine dining and shopping!
-Strong Rental History: A high performing short-term rental with outstanding reviews.
-Versatile Investment: Rent as two separate units or as one large home. Property is also zoned General Commercial.
-X-500 flood zone (flood insurance not required by lenders).
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a profitable, well-established investment property!
*The information herein is furnished to the best of the Listing Agent's knowledge, but is subject to verification by the purchaser and their agent. Listing Agent assumes no responsibility for correctness thereof, nor warrant the accuracy of the information or the condition of the property. If square footage is important - measure! Buyer to verify schools. *
Listing Office: The Cassina Group
Last Updated: September - 09 - 2025
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