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$2,200,000

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  • Multi-Family
  • 5 Units
  • 7 Total Beds
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Situated in a prime location adjacent to the Medical University of South Carolina near the corner of Rutledge Avenue and Doughty Street, 165 Rutledge Avenue is a five-unit historic property with very little vacancy. There are five separate metered units, three of which are in the main house and two units are in the rear brick house. The main house has 4,912 square feet and the detached brick house has 1,256 square feet for an approximate total of 6,168 square feet. There are nine bedrooms and eight full baths. The 1800's historic details include a slate roof, ceiling medallions, plaster work, brick fireplaces, old heart pine floors, and large wraparound piazzas. With an income potential supported by location and unit configuration, the property has historically shown strong demand from the surrounding medical and academic community. As an added bonus, there is maneuverable parking on site for eight vehicles. Zoning is DR 1. Walk to MUSC, College of Charleston, Charleston School of Law and Ashley Hall School, as well as world-renowned restaurants and shopping.

Full Property Details for 165 Rutledge Ave

General

  • Price: $2,200,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
  • MLS ID: 26008187
  • Updated: 3/25/2026
  • Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)

Rooms

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 7

Parking

  • Parking Features: Other

Location

  • Area: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
  • County: Charleston
  • Subdivision: Radcliffeborough
  • Driving Directions: Crosstown South On Rutledge Avenue ; One Way Street Coming Down. On The Right Side Of The Street Just Past Radcliffe Street. Near The Corner Of Doughty Street And Rutledge Avenue.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Memminger
  • Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
  • High School: Burke

Community

  • Community Name: 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Space Heater

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Charleston Water Service

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: More than 4, Other
  • Construction: Block/Masonry, Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
  • Roof: Slate
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Building Size: 4912
  • Square Feet: 4,912
  • Year Built: 1852

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Square Feet: 1680
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3

Unit 2

  • Square Feet: 1204
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1

Unit 3

  • Square Feet: 2028
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,098
  • Zoning: Non-Conforming

Financial Considerations

  • Terms: Any, Cash, Conventional

Listed by William Means Real Estate, LLC

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Schools serving 165 Rutledge Ave

School District:Charleston County School District
NameGradesDistance
Memminger Elementary School
20 Beaufain Street, Charleston, SC 29401
PK-50.7 mi
Simmons Pinckney Middle School
244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403
6-80.7 mi
Burke High School
244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403
9-120.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 165 Rutledge Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/24/2026
Listed
$2,200,000
104.92%
MLS
1/29/2016
Sold
$1,073,600
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Tax History for 165 Rutledge Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$21,945
4%
$75,900
—
2023
$21,194
4%
$75,900
—
2022
$20,323
1%
$75,900
—
2021
$20,072
1%
$75,900
15%
2020
$19,925
12%
$66,000
—
2018
$17,799
5074%
$66,000
—
2017
$344
-97%
$66,000
37%
2016
$12,738
3603%
$48,320
—
2015
$344
-97%
$48,320
32%
2012
$10,440
—
$36,540
—
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165 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403 (MLS# 26008187) is a Multi-Family property with 5 units containing 7 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 165 Rutledge Avenue is currently listed for $2,200,000 and was received on March 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 165 Rutledge Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Charleston? You can browse all Charleston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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