Historic District Homes with Rain Gutters Exterior features

Historic District Homes with Rain Gutters Exterior features

Welcome to the Historic District of Summerville, South Carolina, where charm, history, and modern living converge beautifully. Nestled in Dorchester County, this captivating neighborhood is a true gem, offering a rich tapestry of architectural styles and a vibrant community spirit. Known for its tree-lined streets and historic homes, the Historic District is a haven for those who appreciate the elegance of yesteryears combined with contemporary comforts.

One of the standout features of homes in this picturesque area is the presence of rain gutters, a practical yet essential addition that enhances the functionality and longevity of these beautiful residences. These rain gutters not only protect the homes from water damage but also contribute to the overall aesthetic appeal, allowing homeowners to maintain the integrity of their property while preserving its historic charm.

As you stroll through the Historic District, you’ll encounter a delightful array of shops, cafes, and parks, all within walking distance. The community’s commitment to preserving its heritage is evident in the well-maintained gardens and the warm, welcoming atmosphere that greets every visitor. Whether you're seeking a cozy bungalow or a sprawling Victorian, the homes here are imbued with character and are waiting to become a part of your story.

Discover the allure of the Historic District in Summerville, where every home tells a tale, and every street invites you to explore. Experience the perfect blend of history and modern living in this enchanting community, and make it your own today!

Newest Historic District Homes with Rain Gutters Exterior features

$630,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26021417 MLS ⋅ Historic District SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
How would you like to have true privacy and access to historic downtown Summerville all mixed in with modern contemporary design? Well then, we can't wait for you to see what this area and one-of-a-kind home has to offer! Known for its small-town vibe and charm, Downtown Summerville is less than 5 minutes away and feels like something out of a Hallmark movie. Charming stores, boutiques, and top ranked restaurants make up a space here that is truly walkable. Azalea Park offers trails, gardens and tennis courts. Hutchinson Square features a year-round schedule of events including a farmer's market, tree lighting and even a yearly family friendly Halloween display and competition. Hidden and tucked all the way in the back, you'll feel you're living in your very own private forest.Mature Oak trees reaching high above create a comfortable canopy and cover. Here you'll enjoy plenty of room for parking, outdoor space, and have the perfect nooks to escape the heat of summer. A custom curved bluestone walkway to the front door greets you and visitors as you approach. With a mix of custom flair, you'll love the historic heart pine floors and wall of windows in the central focus of the living room. Just around the corner, the full-sized galley kitchen and one of our favorite dining rooms await. Tongue and groove white-washed pine woodwork lines the ceiling, giving the room a handsome and distinguished look. Throughout the home and property, the current owner has put in significant improvements valuing over $300K, always seeking out the best solution and equipment. The 22 Kw Generac Generator is just one example. You'll love the outdoor deck perfect for al fresco dinning enjoying both warm and cool Lowcountry days. Back inside, the unique downstairs primary suite offers two walk-in closets and a sunken floor ideal for cool sleeping. The secondary bedroom downstairs offers lots of natural light and upstairs, the loft and 3rd bedroom feature plenty of room to add an office, playroom or workout space. Outside you'll find complete privacy and shade. The outdoor kitchen area makes cooking and barbecues easy year-round. The detached 2.5 heated and cooled garage offers plenty of additional storage space and even has a workshop area. The garden shed offers even more storage and could be converted into an art studio, workshop or even recreation spot if desired. Make sure to book your showing today to see what makes this home a unique and one-of-a-kind property you won't want to miss!

523 W Carolina Avenue, Summerville
$1,100,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26021379 MLS ⋅ Historic District SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Victorian with charm and splendor in Historic Summerville on .63 acre corner lot. Thoughtfully renovated, this move-in-ready home offers timeless character with extensive updates that you will appreciate. Major improvements include all new HVAC systems on every level, a rebuilt chimney and fireplace, tankless hot water heater, updated electrical switches, new flooring, fresh interior paint, new light fixtures, custom plantation blinds, and professional landscaping. The exterior has also been enhanced with brand-new second and third floor decks, new gutters, new rear siding/back door, and new side porch steps. The updated kitchen features freshly painted cabinetry, new hardware and a custom wet bar perfect for entertaining. Three bathrooms are completely renovated with stylish finishes.Custom built-in storage has been added throughout the home, including a built-in office closet with pocket door, additional closets in the rear flex room, under the stairs, upstairs hallway, and a stunning custom closet system with built-in drawers in one of the upstairs bedrooms. The third floor apartment has also been refreshed with new flooring, updated tile, and new ceiling fans, and acoustic paneling on the walls creating a private and versatile space for guests, hobbies, or a home office with its own private exterior entrance. Tons of exterior storage in the three-car detached garage with additional concrete pad. Located just minutes from downtown Summerville's shops, restaurants, parks, and year-round events, this home offers the perfect blend of historic character and modern upgrades. With the major systems already updated and countless custom improvements throughout, all that's left to do is move in and enjoy everything this exceptional property has to offer.

539 Central Avenue, Summerville
$1,175,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 26017773 MLS ⋅ Historic District SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Nestled in the heart of the coveted Summerville Historic District, 206 Clifton Street offers a rare opportunity to own an extraordinary estate where timeless character meets modern comfort. Situated on over half an acre, this impressive three-story home delivers exceptional space, functionality, and lifestyle amenities in one of Summerville's most desirable locations.Designed with both elegance and everyday living in mind, this home features expansive living spaces filled with natural light from oversized windows that create a bright, welcoming atmosphere throughout. The thoughtful floor plan offers incredible flexibility with multiple bonus rooms--perfect for a home office, playroom, media room, or guest accommodations.Luxury amenities set this property apart, including an elevator shaft offering future accessibility potential, whole home generator, a dedicated home gym, sauna, and workshop space. Outdoors, your personal retreat awaits with a beautiful in-ground pool surrounded by mature landscaping and plenty of room to entertain, relax, and enjoy Lowcountry living. From its spacious layout to its unmatched location near downtown shops, dining, and parks, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of historic district charm and modern convenience. Homes offering this much space, versatility, and lifestyle in the Historic District are exceptionally rare. Whether you envision hosting unforgettable gatherings, enjoying peaceful evenings poolside, or simply embracing the charm of downtown Summerville, 206 Clifton Street offers a lifestyle few properties can match. This is more than a home--it's a legacy property waiting for its next chapter.

206 Clifton Street, Summerville
$980,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26017739 MLS ⋅ Historic District SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Coveted homesites like 104 Willis Lane don't come to market often. Quality & character on an exceptional homesite. Priced to allow room to create spaces & select your personal design favorites. Walkable to Summerville's Historic Hutchinson Square. Custom built in 1975, the +3100 SF home feels built to live on this tree-lined Lane. You'll find sanctuary on the wooded, +2 Acre homesite. Noteworthy improvements include: ''Fortified Bronze'' certified roof, Pella thermal windows, cement-fiber siding, copper gutters, & PEX plumbing throughout most of the main house. 3 HVAC systems, including 2026 installed heat pump & whole home generator. We appreciate your interest & invite you to come experience the magic of 104 Willis Lane. Showing by appointment.104 Willis Lane is defined by its deep sense of character, blending classic appointments with modern function. Under the roof find 4 Bedrooms & 3.5 Bathrooms. Finished living space is on the first & second floors. An unfinished 3rd floor space is accessible via dedicated stairs. Step inside & feel the warmth of rich hardwood flooring & intricately crafted millwork. 4 majestic fireplaces anchor the main living areas & Owner's Retreat, creating a timeless ambiance that modern construction strives to replicate but rarely achieves. Host unforgettable social gatherings on the expansive brick patio, overlooking mature landscape & trees. And there's room to expand your outdoor living space. A masonry grill could be the beginning of a full outdoor kitchen. Just off the screened porch, find yourself drawn to the "Tellin' Room", a cozy space defined by warm pine plank flooring, a beamed ceiling & masonry fireplace. Great moments are created in these special spaces. The Kitchen is central to the home, steps off the light-filled Dining Room, Great Room and Screened Porch. Built-in cabinetry, gas range, & a sun-filled window over the sink provide the foundation to create your dream Kitchen in this expansive, chef-style space. Retreat to the main-floor oasis, overflowing with authentic character. You'll love the light-filled cathedral ceilings & classic details like warm pine plank floors and a majestic masonry fireplace--a perfect timeless foundation just waiting for your personal refresh. Modernize the styling to create your perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. A walk-in closet adds practicality and so much space! The Owner's bath is a serene space, featuring a marble top, dual vanity, dreamy stand-alone soaking tub, separate shower, & private water closet. Dedicated stairs leading to a hideaway above the suite. Bursting with possibilities, reading retreat, creative studio, or the ultimate slumber party spot. On the second floor, find 3 bedrooms, including an ensuite and a jack-jill. Be sure to note dedicated stairs to the unfinished 3rd floor. Be sure to open all the doors -- there is an amazing amount walk-in storage space. A detached 2-car garage plus plenty of dedicated parking. The current owner will miss the two dedicated workshops. If you need space to create, hammer or tinker, this is the place. Additional storage space available up dedicated stairs. A second dedicated set of stairs reveal a space that could be improved as a studio apartment. We appreciate your interest & invite you to come experience the magic of 104 Willis Lane. Showing by appointment.

104 Willis Lane, Summerville
$1,648,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26014049 MLS ⋅ Historic District SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Discover one of Historic Summerville's most treasured residences. Believed to be the second-oldest home in Summerville, the iconic Ancrum Waring House, dating between 1796 and 1808, is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places as a contributing property within the Summerville Historic District. Situated on nearly 1.5 private acres in the heart of downtown Historic Summerville, this extraordinary property offers a rare combination of historic significance, timeless architecture, expansive grounds, and a convenient location close to local shopping, dining, parks, and year-round community events.Ideally positioned approximately 30 minutes from historic downtown Charleston, Charleston International Airport, major highways, and the area's beautiful beaches, this remarkable home provides convenient access to the best of the Lowcountry while offering the charm, character, and tranquility that make Historic Summerville such a sought-after destination. The spacious lot also offers room for a pool, guest cottage, or accessory dwelling unit (ADU / Cottage), creating exciting opportunities for future outdoor living and expansion. A picturesque tree-lined driveway welcomes you home, leading to charming brick walkways, a classic arbor, and a deep front porch that sets the tone for the elegance found throughout the residence. Inside, timeless architectural details blend seamlessly with thoughtful updates. The grand foyer opens to an expansive living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and beautiful views of the private backyard. French doors connect the living room to an impressive formal dining room with custom built-ins, creating an exceptional space for entertaining. Soaring 13-foot ceilings, original picture rails, abundant natural light, and stunning heart pine floors showcase the craftsmanship and character of this historic home. Designed for both everyday living and memorable gatherings, the spacious kitchen features Carrara marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous cabinetry, two sink areas, vaulted ceilings, and a bright breakfast nook surrounded by windows overlooking Japanese maple and plum trees. The first-floor primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a wood-burning fireplace, spacious sitting area, ensuite bath with dual vanity, and direct access to the screened rear porch. A conveniently located laundry area is nearby. An additional main-level guest suite includes a private bath, while a separate front sitting room with its own fireplace provides flexible space that may suit a home office, library, studio, or additional living area. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms share a full bath and are complemented by a large billiards room and an expansive loft. Also features a billiards room that could be a 5th bedroom/ fitness room/ or studio. The outdoor setting is equally captivating. Mature landscaping includes camellias, azaleas, tea olives, crape myrtles, a garden area with a pond, and a magnificent live oak estimated to be more than 200 years old, measuring approximately 16 feet in circumference. Multiple porches, including a spacious screened porch, provide inviting places to relax while enjoying the peaceful surroundings and seasonal beauty. The thoughtfully landscaped grounds create exceptional privacy while remaining just moments from downtown conveniences. Living in Historic Summerville means enjoying a vibrant community with easy access to Hutchinson Square, Short Central, locally owned restaurants, boutique shopping, art galleries, farmers markets, and numerous festivals and community events throughout the year. Nearby recreational amenities include pickleball and tennis courts, local parks with splash pads, walking trails, nearby golf courses and pool facilities, and a variety of outdoor green spaces. Whether exploring downtown by foot, bicycle, or golf cart, residents enjoy convenient access to many of the area's most popular destinations. This exceptional Historic Summerville property represents a rare opportunity to own one of the community's most significant historic homes while enjoying modern conveniences, generous outdoor space, and outstanding access to Charleston, the South Carolina coast, and everything the Lowcountry has to offer.

517 W Carolina Avenue, Summerville
$1,500,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26010623 MLS ⋅ Historic District SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to the expansive porch of 317 Sumter Avenue. This circa 1884 Charming Cottage is more than you can imagine! The main house is 2470sq.ft and the totally remodeled apartment over the 4-bay (tandem) garage is 879sq.ft. What a wonderful use of 3349sq.ft for living. The entire home has been renovated with perfect touches. The front door opens to a traditional center hall with living space on both sides. The spacious living and dining rooms open to one another and allow for so much living and entertaining space. Travel through the butler's pantry with great cabinetry to reach a fantastic kitchen with windows that bring the outside in, plus a corner breakfast area featuring 2 built-in benches that open for storage. Across from the butler's pantry is a large laundry room with space for sewing machine and all your cleaning supplies At the back of the house is a comfortable family room with great cabinet storage plus this room offers a fantastic view of the private brick patio area. This home also features 3 large bedrooms. The master bedroom has ensuite bath and spacious walk-in closet. The other 2 Bedrooms are generously sized and have convenient hall bath access. A rear breezeway connects the main house to the 4-car tandem parking garage. Front porch on side of garage leads to a walk up the staircase to the renovated 1br/1ba apartment perfect for family, guests, or as an income producing rental property. There is a spacious living room, comfortable kitchen with ample counter space, double sink, stove, microwave, and refrigerator. The bedroom is a spacious size with walk-in closet and bathroom with standup shower. The washer and dryer also conveys. The apartment is metered separately for water/sewer and electricity and there is currently a tenant in place paying $1500/month. Many windows in the home are original and in good condition. The windows in the main house family room and kitchen are thermal pane. The windows in the apartment are thermal pane. Central HVAC is also in the apartment. The 0.61 acre lot is a showplace for gorgeous landscaping and native plants that have been meticulously maintained. The brick patio is screened by fencing. This offers a wonderful place for outside cooking and dining. There is also a beautiful water feature that adds to the peaceful setting of the entire yard. This property is truly a Summerville treasure. There is about a 2 block walk to Summerville Elementary School and McKissick Stadium. A wonderful children's playground is just down the path which is directly across from the full front porch of the house. Pickle Ball courts are just over at the parallel street, Laurel Street. Walk to Azalea Park for tennis or walking trails. You are just a short walk to Historic downtown restaurants, shopping, Timrod Library, and Flowertown Theater. Please click on video to see the surrounding area. Summerville is a fabulous place to live. Come look at this terrific area and home.

317 Sumter Avenue, Summerville
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