Listing Details

The Robert Trail Chisolm House(c.1838) is one of the most hidden treasures in the highly desirable location of lower Legare Street, and it is uniquely surrounded by some of the most historical and stately homes on the peninsula of Charleston. Previously owned by a well known Charleston family, this is a very rare opportunity to own an .50 acre estate in downtown Charleston which has not been on the market in over 50 years. The property consists of 3 story masonry main house with triple-tiered piazzas that overlook one of the largest and most private gardens in the city. The first floor has a formal living room, dining room and kitchen with beautiful hardwood floors and two fireplaces. The second floor offers a spacious master level bedroom, bathroom and living room with a possible office or library adjacent to the living room. The 3rd floor provides 2 gracious bedrooms and 1 bathroom, and there is plenty of room for an additional bathroom to be added. The original kitchen house sits directly behind the main house and has double fireplaces, a kitchen downstairs with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom upstairs. It has exposed ceiling beams and hardwood floors on the 2nd floor and is suitable as a private guest house or rental. Two beautiful, hand crafted wrought iron gates guard the entrance to this property which is accessed down a long, private driveway between 21 and 25 Legare. There is plenty of room for multiple car parking and a pool, and there is also a small greenhouse on the property which is used for maintenance of the beautiful and historical gardens. Both the main house and kitchen house are in need of updating and they are ready for the next owner to make it their own. Do not miss this great opportunity to own an very private estate in the heart of downtown Charleston!