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Property Description
Step into timeless Charleston living at 79 Hester Street -- a fully reimagined downtown retreat that blends historic charm with modern luxury. Taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, this 2,135 sq. ft. home plus detached 475 sq. ft. guest suite is the rare combination of historic character, new construction quality, and unmatched location.The main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by wide-plank European oak-style flooring and custom cabinetry throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen pairs beauty and function with a quartz waterfall island (complete with cordless charging inlay), white oak cabinetry, a GE Café double range + hood, Thermador French door refrigerator, paneled Bosch dishwasher, XO wine cooler, and a full butler's pantry. The primary suite rivals a boutique hotel with its black quartz dual vanity, custom white oak cabinetry, 32.5 sq. ft. shower, and 60-inch Gateway soaking tub. Additional bathrooms impress with Cristallo quartz, floating backlit vanities, and designer fixtures. Dual porches and a gas fireplace create inviting gathering spaces, while curated touches, from built-in shelving and shiplap walls to a preserved 1955 original window, speak to the home's history. Behind the main house, the detached guest suite offers a private haven with a full bath, laundry, and its own gas lanterns, ideal for extended family, visitors, or rental income. Modern conveniences include spray-foam insulation, a dehumidifier system, irrigation landscaping, and custom closets throughout. Outside, the fenced yard and gas lanterns complete the quintessential Charleston aesthetic. Located in the heart of Charleston's peninsula, 79 Hester Street delivers a rare turnkey opportunity: a fully reimagined historic home with designer finishes, luxury appliances, and thoughtful details in every corner.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 79 Hester St
General
- Sold For: $1,600,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 25024902
- Added to Site: 128 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Living/Dining Combo, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s), Lower
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- Area: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Wagener Terrace
- Driving Directions: Take I-26 East Toward The Peninsula And Exit Onto Rutledge Avenue. Continue South On Rutledge Through The Wagener Terrace Neighborhood Until You Reach Hester Street. Turn Onto Hester.
School Information
- Elementary School: James Simons
- Middle School: Courtenay
- High School: Burke
Community
- Community Name: 52 - Peninsula Charleston Outside of Crosstown
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 2135
- Square Feet: 2,135
- Year Built: 1955
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Yes, Storage, Guest House
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,791
- Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Listed by EXP Realty LLC
Sold by The Cassina Group
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Schools
Schools serving 79 Hester St
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James Simons Elementary School 741 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Mitchell Elementary School 2 Perry Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | PK-5 | 1.2 mi |
Simmons Pinckney Middle School 244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Burke High School 244 President Street, Charleston, SC 29403 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 79 Hester St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Sold
$1,600,000
-4.48%
MLS
10/31/2025
Price Reduced
$1,675,000
-2.9%
MLS
10/09/2025
Price Reduced
$1,725,000
-1.42%
MLS
9/11/2025
Listed
$1,749,900
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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.
79 Hester Street, Charleston, SC 29403 (MLS# 25024902) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,600,000 on January 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 79 Hester Street? 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.

