52 King St Charleston, SC 29401

Listing details for 52 King St, Charleston, SC 29401 : The Edgar Wells House, circa 1730, is among the earliest datable dwellings outside the former walled city and a precursor to the standard Charleston single house. In the 1780s, the home was owned and occupied by Dr. George Hahnbaum, physician to the German fusiliers and later a founder of the Medical Society of South Carolina. Rich in history, the trajectory of a cannon ball can even be traced through the timbers of the house. This property was rated by This Is Charleston as "Valuable to the City." The foyer is flanked on the left by a stunning formal living room and on the right by the dining room. Through the dining space is an eat-in kitchen featuring heart pine cabinets and large center island. The light filled family room with built-in bookcase and windows galore looks onto thegarden patio, the perfect setting for entertaining. Completing this level is the laundry room and a powder room. The second floor boasts a beautiful master suite with fireplace, dual closets and a fantastic master bath with dual vanities, shower and soaking tub. Also on this floor is a large study and guest bath. The third floor also contains two additional guest bedrooms and bath. In the last five years there has been a complete kitchen renovation, new HVAC and hot water heater installation. King Street is one of the most historic and well-known areas in Charleston with shopping, art galleries and fantastic restaurants. Come explore this perfect South of Broad location and experience the luxury of downtown living at 52 King Street. This property has an interior and exterior easement with the Historic Charleston Foundation.