42 S Battery Street Charleston, SC 29401
42 S Battery Street Charleston, SC 29401 | MLS 25018450 Photo 1
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Sold
$5,600,000
-4.3%

42 S Battery Street Charleston, SC 29401

Single Family Detached Property Type
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,637 Sq. Ft.
1802 Year Built
Charleston County
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42 South Battery, also known as the Robert Murray House is a must see! Built in 1802 & prestigiously located at the corner of King & S Battery, with views of White Point Gardens, the Battery & Charleston Harbor.This iconic estate boasts historically significant gardens designed by Loutrel Briggs which were restored in 2021, with new hardscaping & irrigation added. The crown jewel of the majestic gardens is a round plunge pool surrounded by towering palm trees & hedges.The original architectural features have been remarkably retained with preserved period details such as heart pine floors, moldings & Adams mantels.This home was extensively renovated in 2024-2025, adding exquisite curated interiors to match the exterior beauty. Notable features include: an elevator to 3 floors, bespoke Degournay wallpaper with lacquered wood trim in dining room, a heated & cooled 4th floor room was added for storage or playroom (hence the additional square footage from previous listings), exterior paint changed from yellow to pink, all new custom baths, kitchen, custom cabinetry, custom closet designs in every bedroom, tankless water heater added, interior completely repainted, double wraparound piazzas, large separate wine fridge, flex space off of the living room was repurposed to potentially be used as an extra bedroom, if not used as an office. In addition, the roof was recoated in 2024. All light fixtures to convey with sale. The seller is also willing to sell the custom painted grand piano in the living room as well as custom drapery.

The 2nd floor is currently entirely dedicated to the primary suite with 2 full baths; however it could be reverted to its original use of 2 bedrooms. Each of the bedrooms have en suite baths. In addition, the 3 main bedrooms all have fireplaces.

This gated estate boasts room for parking approximately 5-6 cars depending upon size, still leaving ample room for outdoor entertaining & enjoyment.

Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own & enjoy a legacy estate for years to come!

See attached for Floor Plans (completed July 2025). If sqft is important, please measure.

The information herein is furnished to the best of the Listing Agent's knowledge, but is subject to verification by the purchaser & their agent. Listing Agent assumes no responsibility for correctness thereof, nor warrant the accuracy of the information or the condition of the property. Buyer to verify schools.
MLS # 25018450
Monthly HOA N/A
Date Sold 4/15/2026
Last Updated 8/12/2026

Location

Contact Agent

Greg Boger | Avenue Realty

Greg Boger | Avenue Realty

(843) 277-5845

Property Details

Community Information

Address 42 S Battery Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Area 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
County Charleston
City Charleston
Subdivision South Of Broad
Zip Code 29401
Condo South Of Broad

School Information

High School Burke
Middle School Simmons Pinckney
Elementary School Memminger

Architecture

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 5
Year Built 1802
Stories 4
Style Charleston Single
Construction Materials Block, Stucco, Wood Siding
Building Area 4637
Roof Copper, Metal
Foundation Crawl Space
Parking Features Off Street

Features / Amenities

Interior Features Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Sun
Fireplace Yes/No Yes
Fireplace Features Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Three +
Flooring Wood
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior Features Lawn Irrigation, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stoop
Patio And Porch Patio, Covered, Wrap Around, Porch
Pool In Ground
Community Features Gated, Trash
Cooling Yes/No Yes
Cooling Central Air
Heating Electric

Property Features

Lot Size 8,712 Sq. Ft. / 0.2 Acres
Utilities Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Fencing Brick, Privacy
Directions South On Meeting Street. Right Onto South Battery Street. House Will Be On Your Right, Just After King St.

Tax and Financial Info

Terms Cash, Conventional

Price Change History

Date Old Price New Price Percent Change
8/18/2025 $6,980,000 $6,880,000
-1.4%
8/29/2025 $6,880,000 $6,600,000
-4.1%
11/23/2025 $6,598,000 $6,498,000
-1.5%
1/8/2026 $6,492,000 $5,995,000
-7.7%
2/18/2026 $5,994,000 $5,850,000
-2.4%
4/17/2026 $5,849,000 $5,600,000
-4.3%

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Listing Information Last Updated 8/12/2026
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