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Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully fully updated 1 story ranch home in the highly desirable Melrose neighborhood, ideally situated along the scenic Long Branch Creek reservoir. Originally fully renovated in 2023, the current owner has continued to enhance the property with thoughtful upgrades, including a **roof installed in 2023** and **brand new REAL hardwood floors (not LVP)** throughout most of the home--truly the standout feature that brings warmth, quality, and timeless appeal to the living spaces.The thoughtfully designed kitchen maintains its original layout featuring expansive quartzite countertops, solid wood kitchen cabinets,tile backsplash, and a newly installed **gas cooktop**. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a designated dining room, perfect for gathering with family and friends. The spacious floor plan offers two large living areas. The inviting front living room welcomes you upon entry, while the rear family room features French doors that open to a huge backyard overlooking the pond, where you can enjoy watching herons, ducks, and geese in a peaceful natural setting. Mature shade trees enhance the fenced in back yard, creating a serene, established landscape. Additional highlights include a garage, extended driveway with ample parking, and generously sized rooms offering flexibility for a home office, playroom or guest space. The primary suite features an updated en suite with double vanity, walk in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 868 Melrose Dr
General
- Price: $575,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 26011671
- Updated: 4/27/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Separate Dining, Utility
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Lower
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
- Deck/Patio: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Covered Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: 1 Car Garage, Attached
Location
- Area: 12 - West of the Ashley Outside I-526
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Melrose
- Driving Directions: Take Sam Rittenberg Blvd To Savannnah And 17 South. Turn Right On Melrose Drive And The Home Will Be Down On Your Right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Oakland
- Middle School: C E Williams
- High School: West Ashley
Community
- Community Name: 12 - West of the Ashley Outside I-526
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: AT&T, Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
- Windows: Window Treatments - Some
- Entry Location: Ground Level
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1547
- Square Feet: 1,547
- Year Built: 1972
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,246
- Lot Features: Interior Lot
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Pond, Pond Site, Waterfront - Shallow
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Any, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Listed by EXP Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 868 Melrose Dr
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oakland Elementary School, Charleston, SC 505 Arlington Drive, Charleston, SC 29414 | PK-5 | 1.1 mi |
C. E. Williams Middle School For Creative & Scient 3090 Sanders Road, Charleston, SC 29414 | 6-8 | 2.2 mi |
West Ashley High School 4060 West Wildcat Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29414 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 868 Melrose Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/23/2026
Listed
$575,000
19.79%
MLS
9/07/2023
Sold
$480,000
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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 868 Melrose Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,138
-31%
$19,200
100%
2023
$4,555
306%
$9,600
52%
2022
$1,121
-3%
$6,330
—
2021
$1,156
-1%
$6,330
21%
2020
$1,168
23%
$5,250
-28%
2018
$946
1%
$7,250
—
2017
$934
4%
$7,250
—
2016
$901
1%
$7,250
—
2015
$893
4%
$7,250
15%
2012
$856
—
$6,280
—
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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868 Melrose Drive, Charleston, SC 29414 (MLS# 26011671) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 868 Melrose Drive is currently listed for $575,000 and was received on April 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 868 Melrose Drive? 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.

