60 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401

$2,900,000

This is one of only 4 remaining RM Venning homes.

Stunning brick Charleston home in the heart of downtown

Built Circa 1851 by Robert Murrell Venning.

The interior of the home offers a blend of history with modern conveniences as shown in this artist studio.

Large windows allow for courtyard views from multiple rooms.

Located a block from Harris Teeter and in close proximity to the water.

Small sitting area perfect for sipping your coffee and reading the morning paper.

Flow seamlessly between the dining area and courtyard while entertaining

This dining space is perfect for formal gatherings or everyday meals with loved ones.

The original heart pine floors are found throughout this home.

The smoking room is located overlooking hte courtyard and Anson St.

Leaving the smoking room heading to the primary

The primary suite overlooks the courtyard.

Entering the primary bath you notice the modernized space with dual sinks.

Very large walk in closet with built ins.

Brick interior walls, exposed beams, and abundant natural light create a magnificent space.

Guest bedroom 2 overlooking the courtyard and Anson St below

Guest bedroom 3 enjoys courtyard views as well,

Prime location to walk to museums, Charleston Gaillard Center, the grocery store, King Street, shopping, and art museums.

Looking toward the East- Ravenel Bridge and Patriot's Point.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2.5 Square Footage: 3,554 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 2,178 Status: Closed

Current Price: $2,900,000 List Date: 11/24/2025 Last Modified: 4/11/2026

Overview

Description

Step into Charleston’s storied past with this beautifully preserved and thoughtfully updated residence—the historic R.M. Venning House, circa 1851—nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Ansonborough district. Ideally positioned within walking distance of King Street’s acclaimed dining, art galleries, and boutique shopping, this home blends timeless architecture with modern comfort for the ultimate downtown lifestyle. Lovingly maintained and enhanced by its current owners, this elegant four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath brick single house showcases enduring craftsmanship and Lowcountry charm. The updated kitchen offers abundant storage and a functional layout that complements both everyday living and gracious entertaining. The inviting dining room opens to a magnificent private

Supplements: courtyard, a serene sanctuary surrounded by lush greenery and historic brick wallsperfect for morning coffee, alfresco dining, or evening gatherings under Charleston's soft glow. On the third floor, a stunning art studio features exposed beams, original brick walls, and abundant natural lightan inspiring space that captures the home's distinctive … (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 25031170

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #: 4580103057
Street #: 60
Street Name: Anson
Street Suffix: Street
County: Charleston
State: SC
Zip Code: 29401
Area: 51 – Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax District: 71 – City of Charleston
Subdivision: Ansonborough
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Directions: From Rt. 17, follow Meeting Street. Turn Left on Wentworth St. then Left on Anson. House will be in the right at the corner of Anson and Society.
Legal Description: Parcel ID/Tax ID 458-01-03-057

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Detached
MLS List Date: 2025-11-24
Primary Structure List Price/SqFt: 841.31

General Property Info

Primary Bedroom – Main Level: No
Baths – Full: 2
Baths – Half: Yes
Baths – Total: 2.5
Stories: 3
Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 3554
Ownership: Fee Simple
Year Built: 1851
Acreage: 0.05
Other Structures Y/N: No
Potential Short Sale: No
C/R: No
HOA Fee: No

Status Change Info

Sold Date: 2026-04-10
Sold Price/SqFt: 815.98
New Mortgage Type: Cash

Office/Member Info

Seller Concessions Negotiable Y/N: Yes

SqFt Source

Appraisal: Yes

More Information

Roof

See Remarks: Yes

Lot Description

0 – .5 Acre: Yes
Corner Lot: Yes
Level: Yes

Misc Exterior

Patio: Yes

Exterior

Brick – Solid: Yes

SF Detached Style

Charleston Single: Yes

Foundation

Crawl Space: Yes
Slab: Yes

Stories/Levels

3 Stories: Yes

Equipment/Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Disposal: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Heat

Central: Yes
Forced Air: Yes

Rooms

Formal Living: Yes
Foyer: Yes
Laundry: Yes
Separate Dining: Yes

Assumable

No: Yes

Primary Bedroom

Upstairs: Yes
Walk-In Closets: Yes

Proposed Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional Loan: Yes

Misc Interior

Ceilings – 9'+: Yes
Walk-In Closets: Yes

New Owned

Pre-Owned: Yes

Floors

Wood: Yes

FP Desc/Location

Two: Yes
Family Room: Yes
Living Room: Yes

Possession

At Closing: Yes

Special

Flood Insurance: Yes

Water/Sewer

Public Sewer: Yes
Public Water: Yes

Utility Suppliers

Charleston Water Service: Yes
Dominion Energy: Yes

Property Features

SqFt Source: Appraisal SF Detached Style: Charleston Single Lot Description: 0 – .5 Acre; Corner Lot; Level Misc Exterior: Patio Roof: See Remarks Exterior: Brick – Solid Foundation: Crawl Space; Slab Misc Interior: Ceilings – 9'+; Walk-In Closets New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Formal Living; Foyer; Laundry; Separate Dining Primary Bedroom: Upstairs; Walk-In Closets Cooling: Central Air Floors: Wood Heat: Central; Forced Air Possession: At Closing Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy Special: Flood Insurance Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan Assumable: No

Documents

Property Disclosures ›

Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC

Last Updated: April – 11 – 2026

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60 Anson Street, Charleston, SC 29401 (MLS# 25031170)