$5,995,000

109 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29401

  • 6 beds |
  • 7 baths |
  • 4,327 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1852
  • Property Lot Size Icon5,227sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 1 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $1,385/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 2 months ago

Property Description

c. 1852 -- The McMakin-Bicaise House. Located in Harleston Village in downtown Charleston, the McMakin-Bicaise House is a three-story masonry home with a gabled slate roof and triple-tiered, semi-circular piazzas. The property also includes a carriage house with a garage, a pool site, and off-street parking for several vehicles.Both the primary residence and the carriage house were recently recognized by the Historic Charleston Foundation for outstanding restoration work following an extensive renovation lasting more than two years.Inside the main home, over 3,400 square feet of living space unfold with 4 bedrooms and 41/2 baths. The interiors feature exposed brick walls and joists, imported French oak floors, and tall windows that invite natural light throughout.The thoughtfully reimagined layout blends historic charm with modern convenience, offering multiple living areas, spacious bedrooms, and luxurious kitchens and baths. The main residence is also equipped with smart-home technology. Generously scaled piazzas and a private sun deck provide abundant outdoor living space, ideal for entertaining or a quiet retreat. The carriage house offers an additional 2 bedrooms and 1½ baths, perfect for extended family, guests, or flexible use. Set just two blocks from MUSC and a short walk to the College of Charleston, this home occupies the heart of the city while offering privacy behind its garden walls. Whether cherished as a full-time residence or adapted for multigenerational living, 109 Rutledge Avenue presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a celebrated piece of Charleston history. The property can also be sold fully furnished, with acceptable offer, featuring a curated selection of beautiful interior pieces.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
October 8, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty :
MLS ID:
25027311
  • General: High CeilingsKitchen IslandWalk-In Closet(s)Wet BarEat-in KitchenFormal LivingLiving/Dining Combo
  • Rooms: Eat-In-KitchenFormal LivingLaundryLiving/Dining Combo
  • Laundry: Laundry Room
  • Flooring: Ceramic TileWood
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Fireplace: Gas LogLiving RoomOneFireplaceFireplaces: 1
  • General: BalconyLawn IrrigationLightingYesGuest House
  • Style: Charleston Single
  • Parking: 1 Car GarageDetachedOff Street
  • Roofing: Slate
  • Windows: Window Treatments - Some
  • General: BlockStuccoWood Siding3Crawl Space
  • Originating MLS: CHS Regional MLS
  • County: Charleston
  • Fencing: Brick
  • Utilities: Charleston Water ServiceDominion Energy
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: CHS Regional MLS

This listing courtesy of Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

M

Memminger School Of Global Studies

20 Beaufain St, Charleston, SC, 29401

Grades PK-5

0.44 miles away

B

Buist Academy

103 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC, 29401

Grades 1-8

0.72 miles away

B

Burke High School

244 President St, Charleston, SC, 29403

Grades 9-12

1.02 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.