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Property Description
This Grove Street address places you in one of Wagener Terrace's most desirable spots--steps from Hampton Park and a short golf cart ride to downtown dining. The property spans a spacious .17-acre lot and a half, a rare find in this neighborhood. Close enough to enjoy, yet removed from the downtown rush, it also sits on high ground and does not require flood insurance. The house itself, a 1955 mid-century modern, carries its history with an ease that feels current. A three-sided fireplace anchors the living spaces, while natural light pours through carefully sourced double-glazed casement windows chosen to replicate the originals. Three sets of French doors swing open to the deck and pool, blurring the edge between indoors and out. The kitchen is open to the main living area,equipped with Bosch appliances and a breakfast nook overlooking the backyard. Upstairs, the primary suite takes on the role of retreat. There is room to breathe, space to relax, and even a private laundry area. Two guest bedrooms line the hall, while downstairs a flexible room with a full bath offers its own possibilities- an office, a den, or a bedroom tucked conveniently on the first floor. Behind the walls, the hard work has already been done. Within the past decade, the roof, wiring, plumbing fixtures, and HVAC were all replaced, with spray-foam insulation added in the attic. More recent upgrades brought the systems fully current: a fully encapsulated crawlspace with dehumidifier, brand-new Trane HVAC units, updated ductwork upstairs, LG washer and dryer, Visual Comfort lighting, new fencing, and a full interior repaint. Out back, the yard takes on the feeling of a private garden. Mature hedges frame the heated pool, newly planted trees add shade and scale, and the lawn stretches wide enough for gatherings or play. The entire rear is enclosed with fencing and a gated entry, ensuring privacy from every angle. Even the front lawn is designed as usable space, a crisp foreground to the house with its geometric boxwoods and vertical lines of Italian cypress. For those who imagine more, plans drawn by Beau Clowney accompany the sale. His vision adds a winged addition with a garage and upstairs primary suite, as well as a pool house- modern touches that expand the home while honoring its original lines. This is not just a house in Wagener Terrace. It is a rare balance of mid-century character and modern updates, a property ready for immediate living, and a lifestyle centered on neighborhood energy, private retreat, and the ease of Charleston at your doorstep.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 261 Grove St
General
- Price: $2,195,000
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 25028748
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 87 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Living, Office, Separate Dining
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan(s), Upper
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- Area: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Wagener Terrace
- Driving Directions: Heading North On Rutledge Avenue, Turn Left Onto Grove Street, Home Will Be On Your Left In The Block Between Ninth Avenue And Eighth Avenue.
School Information
- Elementary School: James Simons
- Middle School: Simmons Pinckney
- High School: Burke
Community
- Community Name: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Block
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Window Treatments - Some
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 2666
- Square Feet: 2,666
- Year Built: 1955
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: No, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,276
- Fencing (Description): Privacy, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Any, Cash, Conventional
Listed by William Means Real Estate, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 261 Grove St
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James Simons Elementary School 741 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Mitchell Elementary School 2 Perry Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Simmons Pinckney Middle School 244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Burke High School 244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 261 Grove St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/24/2025
Listed
$2,195,000
520.06%
MLS
9/17/2014
Sold
$354,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 261 Grove St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,296
4%
$33,600
—
2023
$4,137
3%
$33,600
—
2022
$4,035
-5%
$33,600
—
2021
$4,237
-4%
$33,600
—
2020
$4,396
131%
$33,600
137%
2018
$1,907
2%
$14,160
—
2017
$1,875
-65%
$14,160
—
2016
$5,424
192%
$14,160
—
2015
$1,857
45%
$14,160
12%
2012
$1,283
—
$12,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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261 Grove St, Charleston, SC 29403 (MLS# 25028748) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 261 Grove St is currently listed for $2,195,000 and was received on October 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 261 Grove St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Charleston? You can browse all Charleston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

