$2,500,000
10 Chalmers Street
Charleston, SC 29401
MLS# 26017837
Status: Active Contingent
4 beds  |  2.5 baths  |  2380 sqft


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Property Description
Set along one of Charleston's most iconic and photographed streets, this distinguished French Quarter residence presents an exceptional opportunity to restore and reimagine a historic home in one of the city's most coveted locations. Located on picturesque Chalmers Street, where mature live oaks, historic architecture, and centuries-old cobblestones create one of Charleston's most recognizable settings, this property offers the rare chance to return a grand residence to its full architectural splendor. Having been lovingly held by the same family for decades, the home now awaits a new owner with the vision to undertake a comprehensive restoration and create a truly extraordinary downtown residence. A garden wall draped in mature greenery, established landscaping, and a striking white

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Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Detached
MLS List Date: 2026-06-19
Status: Active Contingent
List Price: $2,500,000
Current Price: $2,500,000
Total List Price/SqFt: 1050.42
Location, Tax & Legal
Tax Map #: 4580901025
Street #: 10
Street Name: Chalmers
Street Suffix: Street
County: Charleston
State: SC
Zip Code: 29401
Area: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax District: 71 - City of Charleston
Subdivision: French Quarter
Elementary School: Memminger
Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
High School: Burke
Directions: Meeting St, turn left to Chalmers St. Destination will be on the left.
General Property Info
Primary Structure Full Baths: 2
Primary Structure Half Baths: 1
Primary Structure Beds: 4
Total Baths - Full: 2
Total Baths - Half: 1
Total Beds: 4
Baths - Total: 2.5
Primary Bedroom – Main Level: No
Stories: 2
Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 2380
Total Apx SqFt: 2380
Lot Size: 0.13 Acre
Ownership: Fee Simple
Year Built: 1942
Acreage: 0.13
Other Structures Y/N: No
Potential Short Sale: No
Occupancy: Vacant
Lease Purchase: No
HOA Fee: No
Auction: No
Property Features
SqFt Source: Tax Records
SF Detached Style: Traditional
Lot Description: 0 - .5 Acre; Inside
Misc Exterior: Fence - Brick; Fence - Iron; Porch - Screened; Shed; Storage
Exterior: Wood Siding
Foundation: Crawl Space
Misc Interior: Ceiling - Smooth; Elevator
New Owned: Pre-Owned
Rooms: Breakfast Room; Formal Living; Foyer; Laundry; Separate Dining; Sun
Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan; Upstairs
Floors: Ceramic Tile; Wood
Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy
Proposed Financing: Any
Assumable: No
Supplements
façade accented by classic black shutters create an elegant first impression. Inside, original architectural details--including rich wood flooring, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, handsome fireplace, and generous room proportions--reflect the timeless craftsmanship of Charleston's historic homes while providing an exceptional foundation for thoughtful renovation. The traditional floor plan includes expansive formal living and dining rooms, a breakfast room with elevator access, a sunroom, kitchen, screened porch, four spacious second-floor bedrooms, two full baths, and an additional second-floor sunroom. Throughout the residence, historic character remains intact, offering endless possibilities to restore, update, and personalize each space while preserving its architectural heritage. Outside, the private enclosed courtyard is a peaceful urban sanctuary featuring brick walkways, mature trees and established plantings, all enclosed by classic brick and wrought iron fencing. A detached outbuilding provides outstanding flexibility for future use as a guest suite, studio, workshop, fitness room, home office, or additional storage, subject to applicable approvals. The location is simply unmatched. With an impressive Walk Score of 91, the home is just steps from Charleston's celebrated restaurants, galleries, boutiques, waterfront, grocery, and cultural attractions. East Bay Street and Meeting Street are approximately 1½ blocks away, King Street is roughly 2½ blocks away, and the Charleston City Market is only three blocks from the front door. Historic homes of this scale, location, and architectural significance seldom become available. For the discerning buyer seeking to create a legacy residence in the heart of Charleston's renowned French Quarter, this property represents an exceptional opportunity to restore one of the neighborhood's enduring treasures and shape its next chapter for generations to come. *Some images have been virtually enhanced or staged. The furnishings and decor shown are for illustrative purposes only, and the actual property may appear different in person.

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Listing Office: Matt O'Neill Real Estate

Last Updated: August - 17 - 2026

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