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Property Description
Welcome to 557 Rutledge Avenue, a charming downtown Charleston home full of character, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable location. With 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a private driveway, and a backyard, this home offers the kind of livability that is hard to find in such a sought-after location.Inside, the home features a comfortable and functional flow with an inviting living room and dining space that connect seamlessly to the kitchen, making everyday living and entertaining effortless. Exposed beams and beautiful architectural details add warmth and character throughout. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, a marble backsplash, brick herringbone flooring, an induction range, a new sink and faucet, and upgraded lighting. A door from the kitchen opens directly to the backyard, creating an easy indoor-outdoor connection for morning coffee, dining al fresco, or enjoying Charleston's beautiful weather. Upstairs, you will find two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, along with a conveniently located laundry closet and a versatile space ideal for a desk or reading area. The primary bedroom offers a private balcony at the front of the home. The larger of the two full baths has been renovated featuring marble floors, granite countertops, dual sinks, updated fixtures, a clawfoot soaking tub, and a frameless glass shower. Outside, the fenced backyard has been enhanced with mature landscaping, providing a private outdoor space to relax, entertain, or garden. One of the home's most appealing features is its unbeatable location. Enjoy being just steps from neighborhood favorites including Hampton Park, Welton's Tiny Bakeshop, Leon's Oyster Shop, Melfi's, Little Jack's Tavern, Chubby Fish, The Daily, and The Nook. This is downtown Charleston living at its best! Schedule your showing today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 557 Rutledge Ave
General
- Sold For: $887,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 26016803
- Added to Site: 24 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Living/Dining Combo
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): One
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Upper
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- Area: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Westside
- Driving Directions: Rutledge Avenue Between Carolina And Sumter Avenue. Home Is On Your Right.
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
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Charleston Single
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 1243
- Square Feet: 1,243
- Year Built: 1930
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
- Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Any
Listed by Carolina One Real Estate
Sold by Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
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Schools
Schools serving 557 Rutledge Ave
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mitchell Elementary School 2 Perry Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
James Simons Elementary School 741 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Simmons Pinckney Middle School 244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Burke High School 244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | 9-12 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 557 Rutledge Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/01/2026
Sold
$887,000
1.37%
MLS
6/10/2026
Listed
$875,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
557 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403 (MLS# 26016803) is a Single Family property that was sold at $887,000 on July 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 557 Rutledge Avenue? 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.

