79 Hester Street
Charleston, SC 29403
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Sold
$1,600,000
-4.5%
79 Hester Street Charleston, SC 29403
Single Family Detached
Property Type
4
Beds
4 Full 1 Half
Baths
2,610
Sq. Ft.
1955
Year Built
Charleston
County
Step into timeless Charleston living at 79 Hester Street -- a fully reimagined downtown retreat that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, this 2,135 sq. ft. home plus detached 475 sq. ft. guest suite is the rare combination of historic character, new construction quality, and unmatched location.The main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by wide-plank European oak-style flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen pairs beauty and function with a quartz waterfall island (complete with cordless charging inlay), white oak cabinetry, a GE Caf double range + hood, Thermador French door refrigerator, paneled Bosch dishwasher, XO wine cooler, and a full butler's pantry.
The primary suite rivals a boutique hotel with its black quartz dual vanity, custom white oak cabinetry, 32.5 sq. ft. shower, and 60-inch Gateway soaking tub. Additional bathrooms impress with Cristallo quartz, floating backlit vanities, and designer fixtures.
Dual porches and a gas fireplace create inviting gathering spaces, while curated touches, from built-in shelving and shiplap walls to a preserved 1955 original window, speak to the home's history. Behind the main house, the detached guest suite offers a private haven with a full bath, laundry, and its own gas lanterns, ideal for extended family, visitors, or rental income.
Modern conveniences include spray-foam insulation, a dehumidifier system, irrigation landscaping, and custom closets throughout. Outside, the fenced yard and gas lanterns complete the quintessential Charleston aesthetic.
Located in the heart of Charleston's peninsula, 79 Hester Street delivers a rare turnkey opportunity: a fully reimagined historic home with designer finishes, luxury appliances, and thoughtful details in every corner.
The primary suite rivals a boutique hotel with its black quartz dual vanity, custom white oak cabinetry, 32.5 sq. ft. shower, and 60-inch Gateway soaking tub. Additional bathrooms impress with Cristallo quartz, floating backlit vanities, and designer fixtures.
Dual porches and a gas fireplace create inviting gathering spaces, while curated touches, from built-in shelving and shiplap walls to a preserved 1955 original window, speak to the home's history. Behind the main house, the detached guest suite offers a private haven with a full bath, laundry, and its own gas lanterns, ideal for extended family, visitors, or rental income.
Modern conveniences include spray-foam insulation, a dehumidifier system, irrigation landscaping, and custom closets throughout. Outside, the fenced yard and gas lanterns complete the quintessential Charleston aesthetic.
Located in the heart of Charleston's peninsula, 79 Hester Street delivers a rare turnkey opportunity: a fully reimagined historic home with designer finishes, luxury appliances, and thoughtful details in every corner.
MLS #
25024902
Monthly HOA
N/A
Date Sold
1/16/2026
Last Updated
8/17/2026
Location
Contact Agent
Greg Boger | Avenue Realty
(843) 277-5845Property Details
Community Information
Address
79 Hester Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Area
52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
County
Charleston
City
Charleston
Subdivision
Wagener Terrace
Zip Code
29403
Condo
Wagener Terrace
School Information
High School
Burke
Middle School
Courtenay
Elementary School
James Simons
Architecture
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4 Full / 1 Half
Year Built
1955
Stories
2
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Brick Veneer
Building Area
2610
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Crawl Space
Parking Features
Off Street
Features / Amenities
Interior Features
Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Living/Dining Combo, Pantry
Flooring
Laminate
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior Features
Lawn Irrigation
Patio And Porch
Front Porch
Other Structures
Yes, Storage, Guest House
Window
Window Treatments
Cooling Yes/No
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Property Features
Lot Size
4,792 Sq. Ft. / 0.11 Acres
Lot Features
0 - .5 Acre, Corner Lot
Utilities
Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Directions
Take I-26 East Toward The Peninsula And Exit Onto Rutledge Avenue. Continue South On Rutledge Through The Wagener Terrace Neighborhood Until You Reach Hester Street. Turn Onto Hester.
Tax and Financial Info
Terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Price Change History
| Date | Old Price | New Price | Percent Change |
| 1/16/2026 | $1,675,000 | $1,600,000 |
-4.5%
|
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