SqFt Source: Appraisal

SF Detached Style: Cottage

Roof: Metal

Exterior: Wood Siding

Foundation: Elv. Construction

Misc Interior: Kitchen Island

New Owned: New - Finished

Primary Bedroom: Multiple Closets; Two Primary Bedrooms

Floors: Ceramic Tile; Wood

Possession: At Closing

Proposed Financing: Any

Assumable: No

contemporary living, this residence stands apart from other cottages of its kind due to the extraordinary scope of its structural renovation. The home was completely lifted and rebuilt with an elevated, walk-under foundation, all-new piers, hurricane strapping, ties, and anchors installed per structural engineer specifications--an uncommon and highly valuable improvement that offers long-term peace of mind, enhanced functionality, and superior protection from the foundational issues that often affect comparable historic homes. Unlike many Freedman's Cottages that remain close to grade, 19 Ashton has been over-engineered and meticulously reconstructed from the ground up. Exterior improvements further elevate the property's appeal and include a new standing-seam metal roof, new masonry steps with an iron railing, horizontal wood louvers between the masonry piers, and carefully executed architectural details that honor the home's historic roots while enhancing its overall presentation. As a Freedman's Cottage, the home carries important historical significance, representing a meaningful piece of Charleston's architectural and cultural heritage while offering buyers the rare combination of authentic historic charm and modern structural integrity. Few homes of this era have undergone such an extensive restoration, making 19 Ashton Street a truly turnkey opportunity in one of downtown Charleston's most convenient and rapidly evolving neighborhoods.