Charleston Homes with Garden Exterior features

Charleston Homes with Garden Exterior features

Welcome to Charleston, South Carolina, a city that beautifully marries rich history with modern vibrancy. Known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and warm Southern hospitality, Charleston is a treasure trove of culture and charm. Nestled along the Atlantic coast, this historic city offers a unique blend of coastal living and urban sophistication, making it a sought-after destination for both residents and visitors alike.

One of the most enchanting features of Charleston homes is their stunning garden exteriors. Imagine stepping out into your own private oasis, where lush greenery and vibrant blooms create a serene retreat right at your doorstep. These homes often boast meticulously landscaped yards, perfect for hosting gatherings or enjoying quiet evenings under the stars. Whether you prefer a quaint cottage with a charming picket fence or a grand estate surrounded by flourishing gardens, Charleston has a diverse range of properties to suit your taste.

Living in Charleston means more than just enjoying beautiful homes; it’s about embracing a lifestyle enriched by culinary delights, art, and history. Explore the renowned Historic District, indulge in fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants, or take a leisurely stroll along the Battery to soak in the breathtaking views of the harbor.

With its warm climate, vibrant community, and an array of outdoor activities, Charleston is more than just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Discover your dream home with a garden exterior in this enchanting city, and let the Southern charm of Charleston welcome you home.

Newest Charleston Homes with Garden Exterior features

5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26025815 MLS ⋅ Wraggborough SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Built circa 1817-1820 by John Robinson, builder of the nearby Aiken-Rhett House, 8 Judith Street is a Neoclassical Charleston single on a raised brick basement in Mazyck-Wraggborough. The house retains paired east chimneys, heart pine floors, a mahogany staircase, cypress paneling, and gougework mantels beneath 10- to 11-foot ceilings. Later work added an updated kitchen with wet bar, a primary suite with marble bath and in-suite laundry, a ground-level apartment, wine cellar, hyphen to an elevated screened porch with fireplace, and a pool. A ribbon brick and cobblestone drive leads through planted gardens with landscape lighting.This house and the one beside it were built as weatherboarded singles. Jonathan H. Poston noted the pilasters and molded frames on the piazza screens. The piazza was never stacked, it remains a single story. Rooms run in file along the piazza. Crown moldings and medallions identify the main spaces. The sitting room and dining room on the first floor both have fireplaces. A half bath sits concealed in the kitchen with the wet bar. The marble bath has a soaking tub and a large walk-in shower. More bedrooms and a full bath are on the third floor. The storage space beneath the house is substantial. Later work was done with Beau Clowney and Level Building Projects and left the historic fabric in place. Interiors were done by Margaret Bosbyshell of Atlanta. The gardens were designed by Sheila Wertimer. Planting includes creeping fig, loquat, cypress, hydrangea, podocarpus, and mature camellias, with outdoor audio and and automated iron gates set in brick piers off the cobblestone drive.

8 Judith Street, Charleston

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26025802 MLS ⋅ Harleston Village SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Considered Notable to the City and classified as a Category 2 property, the Thomas Hamlin House, circa 1828, is an Antebellum home built in the Greek Revival style. This unique 3 story home, according to John Poston's The Buildings of Charleston, holds the distinction of being the first house built on Gadsden Street above Wentworth. It is believed to have served as a summer residence for the Hamlin family. When built, the home enjoyed unobstructed views of the Ashley River, a vantage that likely inspired its Lowcountry plantation-influenced details, including the grand front piazza which is ideal for Charleston entertaining and a gable roof with three dormers. The home has been lovingly restored, with interiors done by former owners of the property, designers Athalie Derse and AmeliaHandegan, and gardens by landscape architect Glen Gardner. The stunning main entrance hall separates a formal living room and library on one side from a dining room and guest bedroom/second master with bath on the other. All four rooms feature wood-burning fireplaces with prominent high ceilings. The sleek, high-end kitchen sits off the dining room with a large floor to ceiling window overlooking the expansive backyard and a door that opens to the grand piazza. Upstairs, the primary suite includes substantial closet space wrapped around a fireplace and a large bathroom with a double vanity, separate shower, and clawfoot tub. A second cozy guest bedroom sits across the hall with lots of windows and natural light. The raised brick ground floor has been elegantly converted into a one-bedroom, one bath in-law suite with exposed-brick fireplaces in the sitting room and bedroom, heart pine floors, and a full kitchen. Recent upgrades include a Rinnai tankless water heater, new electrical, three heating and cooling zones including a new high efficiency Daikin unit, and refinished floors throughout. The third floor was fully renovated, with spray-foam insulation added beneath the metal standing-seam roof, a custom dressing room area, and a double master bath finished entirely in Waterworks fixtures. The charming ground floor has interior brick that was re-pointed in all five rooms, a new kitchen and bathroom, along with a second washer and dryer for added ease of use. There is also a full house generator on the property. The unusually large downtown backyard has a grand garden with beautiful plantings and outdoor lighting that make for truly special Charleston evenings. There is a tandem driveway that holds three cars along with plenty of off-street parking. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of documented history, architectural integrity, and move-in-ready craftsmanship in the heart of downtown Charleston.

19 Gadsden Street, Charleston

4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26025427 MLS ⋅ Point Hope SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Located in the First Light neighborhood of Point Hope on a 0.30-acre, fully fenced and beautifully landscaped lot, you'll find a meticulously maintained 4-bedroom 2.5-bathroom home designed for effortless entertaining and modern living. With over 3,000 square feet of living space, the open layout combines the living room, kitchen, and cafe along with a formal dining room creating the ultimate gathering space. The gourmet kitchen features a premium KitchenAid appliance suite, quartz countertops, and a farmhouse sink. This area is completed with a butler's pantry including glass-front cabinetry, wine storage, undercounter beverage fridge and walk-in storeroom. In addition to the robust craftsman-style trim, the curated interior finishes add a level of warmth and sophistication throughout thehome. Highlights include custom millwork in the owner's suite and living room, a gas fireplace with granite surround and hand-crafted rough-cut heart pine mantle, and shiplap in the powder room. The thoughtfully designed library functions well as an office or gym. The expansive second level offers an owner's suite featuring a spacious bath with dual vanities, a large shower and his-and-her walk-in closets. There are three secondary bedrooms each with walk-in closets, a spacious, natural light-filled loft (which could be converted into a 5th bedroom), a laundry room, large secondary bath with dual vanities and a walk-in attic storage space. Additional storage is also available in the oversized four-car tandem garage! Enjoy alfresco dining and lounging in the roomy 22' screened porch that accommodates a large dining table and an L-shaped couch that overlooks the 17' x 33' gunite swimming pool with tanning ledge, and the lush and private, wooded conservation area as your backdrop. The expansive pool deck measuring over 900 square feet includes a custom-built 16' pergola featuring a metal roof to provide shelter from the elements as you prepare your favorite BBQ and grilled dishes. The versatile pool deck offers multiple options for additional outdoor dining, seating, or lounging. The south-facing side yard features four large raised organic garden beds set in Carolina white stone. The north-facing side yard features a 10' double gate and space to securely store your boat or RV behind the 6' wood-slat privacy fence. Beautiful sunrises can be enjoyed from the tranquil backyard oasis or take in the sunsets from the covered front porch. This home embodies purposeful design and natural lowcountry beauty. Simply unpack and enjoy life at your private sanctuary designed for fun and relaxation. The home's location is convenient to so much in the growing Point Hope community. It is just a short walk to Phillip Simmons Elementary School, Phillip Simmons Middle School, and Phillip Simmons High School. Also, within walking distance is Point Hope Commons shopping center with Publix, several restaurants, and the growing retail offerings. A community playground with large grass playing fields is located at the end of the street and a dog park is only a short distance away in the neighborhood. Point Hope's signature amenity, Doolittle Park features a Jr. Olympic-size swimming pool and a resort-style family pool complete with a fountain-infused play area. The park will accommodate tennis, pickleball and basketball, and an event lawn for family outings and resident events. The recently opened Sanders House, originally built in 1860, functions as a community gathering space that features a garden program in partnership with Rita's Roots offering memberships to Rita's "Garden Growers Club" to help take the guesswork out of what to plant and when. Point Hope is just 10 miles from the airport and downtown Charleston and about 10 minutes to Daniel Island and Mount Pleasant. The home was built in 2021 by Pulte Homes and is offered with 12-month HOME WARRANTY coverage in addition to the builders Structural Elements warranty which runs through 12/2031. Listing agent is the owner.

1055 Harriman Lane, Charleston

15 Beds ⋅ 18.5 Baths ⋅ 26025378 MLS ⋅ South Of Broad SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

The iconic Stevens-Lathers antebellum mansion is a celebrated, important property in Charleston, located at the tip of the Peninsula across from White Point Garden. Recently renovated and restored, the improvements are significant and respectful of the home's architecture. Boasting stunning waterfront views of the Ashley River, Ft. Sumter, and across the Peninsula, this impressive Greek Revival double house was built in the 1840's, a very prosperous period in Charleston, by Samuel Norman Stevens. This home was considered one of the finest mansions built on the Peninsula at the time and has hosted many important gatherings of the Charleston Society from its beginning to the present day.The deep lot includes a beautiful Charleston garden overlooking the original kitchen house and mansion. Originally built as a 3-story 'Neoclassical showpiece' by Stevens, it was later converted in the 1870's by its new owner, Col. Richard Lathers, into a more grandiose residence, adding a library on the new 4th floor and a grand ballroom measuring 25 x 40, detailing the Second Empire style. Most of the 1st- and 2nd-period architecture remains in the plaster cornices, Greek Revival columns, and door surrounds decorated with Anthemia leaves. The sweeping, oval staircase with an Empire Newel post still remains. The property still exists as a residence and an 11-room fully licensed and grandfathered inn, the Battery Carriage Inn. The Stevens-Lathers House is considered a Category 1 property by the City of Charleston and awaits a new steward to live in as a residence or maintain the mixed-use with a Boutique Inn.

20 S Battery Street, Charleston

5 Beds ⋅ 5.5 Baths ⋅ 26024757 MLS ⋅ Harleston Village SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

RARE OPPORTUNITY IN THE DESIRABLE HARLESTON VILLAGE. This is an incredible opportunity to own the iconic Circa 1838 Carolopolis Award-winner only steps from Colonial Lake - recognized for its outstanding historic preservation and Federal Period architecture. Flemish bond brickwork, slate roof, three-tiered piazzas, stunning staircase, grand rooms (parlors), French doors throughout, chef's kitchen, original heart-pine floors, clawfoot tubs, detailed millwork, 5 fireplaces made of prominent components such as cast iron.Breathtaking garden courtyard w saltwater swimming pool (heated & chilled) of considerable size w travertine stone surround are found behind private gates. .10 acre (parking) lot at the rear of the property is part of the sale.This is an incredible investment! Current sellers relocating abroad have completed extensive updates due to their care of the property. Sellers also told Fireplaces may be made operable from inspectors and fireplace professional. Images may be edited to show a flaming fire as rendering. Potential for garage pending city/BAR approval with future application of new owner.

89 Ashley Avenue, Charleston

3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26024681 MLS ⋅ Ashley Hall Manor SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Welcome home! This renovated brick ranch with original hardwood floors, a refreshed kitchen, and easy access to Charleston delivers the charm of an established home with the updates buyers want without the renovation project.1510 Manor features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an inviting single-level layout. The remodeled kitchen is complete with granite countertops, custom soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, updated fixtures, and a large island, all opening to a spacious family room.Original hardwoods run through the family room, hallway, and bedrooms, with matching hardwood added in the kitchen. The floors have been professionally refinished for a seamless finish throughout.Outside, the classic brick exterior sits on a 0.20-acre lot with room to grill, garden, entertain, or relax beneath the majestic oak tree in the backyard. Updated, move-in ready, full of character, and proximal to everything, 1510 Manor is a tremendous entry point into West Ashley, offering buyers the opportunity to build equity while putting down roots in a sought-after Charleston market! Book your showing today.

1510 Manor Boulevard, Charleston

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26024588 MLS ⋅ French Quarter SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Location is everything with this French Quarter condo just steps away from art galleries, shopping, theaters, and fine dining. This superbly maintained upper floor residence is one of only two units that enjoy private off-street parking and wonderful backyard green space enhancing the overall charm of 47 Queen St. Recent renovations and upgrades include both a custom kitchen and bath as well as a full HVAC system replacement. With generous sized rooms, plenty of storage, and many windows sun drenching each room, you'll enjoy historic Charleston living at its finest.

47 Queen Street Unit #Unit B, Charleston

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26024064 MLS ⋅ Mira Vista SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Space + Convenience! 1012 Telfair Way located in the beautiful gated community of Mira Vista has it all! This first floor condo offers ease and comfort. A spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath condo with your own private screened porch. The layout of this condo is ideal: Each bedroom is spacious, with a nice closet (or 2), natural light and privacy (no shared walls). The entertaining space is open between kitchen, dining and living. This gated community has lovely amenities. So if you are looking for a condo close to downtown, MUSC, CofC, and all Charleston has to offer this may be the spot for you. Mira Vista is conveniently located just minutes to restaurants and grocery plus Folly Beach. First floor units do not come available often so don't hesitate and come take a look at 1012 Telfair Way!

1012 Telfair Way, Charleston

4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26024049 MLS ⋅ The Settlement SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

The Settlement is a highly sought-after waterfront community offering an exceptional Lowcountry lifestyle, with a deep-water dock, new pool overlooking the Ashley River, dog park, grand oak trees, and historic landmarks throughout. Ideally positioned within the community, this custom-built home enjoys beautiful views overlooking the pond and Ashley River and offers an inviting blend of elegance, comfort, and functionality.The home welcomes you with charming double front porches, perfect for enjoying the river breeze, while a gas lantern adds to the quintessential Charleston curb appeal. Inside, the first-floor living room features 10-foot ceilings, a gas fireplace, and beautiful molding and custom trimwork throughout.Hardwood floors extend throughout the home, creating a warm and cohesive feel. The spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring an oversized island, built-in wine fridge, high-end appliances, and a large pantry for additional storage.The first-floor primary suite provides convenience and privacy, while a second primary bedroom upstairs offers exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or a private retreat. Thoughtfully designed closets by Closets by Design provide custom organization and storage throughout the home, while plantation shutters throughout add timeless style and privacy. The upstairs also features two additional spacious bedrooms, another full bathroom, a separate living room/flex space, and porch access. Step outside to a beautifully appointed, fully fenced backyard featuring low-maintenance turf & a putting green--ideal for pets, play, and entertaining. The screened-in back porch and yard w/ the river view offer a quiet escape in the evenings with peaceful uplighting. An irrigation system provides added convenience for maintaining the surrounding landscaping. The attached two-car garage offers ample parking and storage, a rare and desirable feature in a community so close to Charleston. With its custom finishes, generous living spaces, multiple porches, two primary suites, beautifully designed outdoor space, and prime waterfront-community setting, this home offers a truly special opportunity to enjoy the best of Charleston living in The Settlement.

1007 Teracotta Drive, Charleston

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26023774 MLS ⋅ Magnolia SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 33 Anita Drive, a beautifully updated home in one of West Ashley's most beloved neighborhoods. This property has been thoughtfully improved over the course of it's current ownership, offering the rare combination of modern systems, designer finishes, and an entertainer's dream backyard -- all with the peace of mind of a slab foundation (no crawlspace headaches!).Move in with total confidence: new roof (2022), new HVAC (2021), tankless water heater (2023), all-new windows throughout, 200-amp electrical service, and a gas-powered whole-house generator for year-round peace of mind. The fully renovated kitchen is the heart of this home, featuring new counters, updated lighting, a farm sink, and a lineup of premium appliances: a Capital range, Thermador dual convection steam smartoven, and Bosch dishwasher. A 4-year-old LG smart washer/dryer completes the appliance package. All of these wonderful products convey with the sale of the home. Cozy up in your living room beside the custom-designed gas log fireplace and turn up the vibes with the surround sound system, enjoy the convenience of automatic shades in the bedrooms, living room, and kitchen, and take advantage of built-in Ethernet. Step outside to a true backyard oasis. A finished shed with drywall, flooring, mini-split, its own dedicated electrical breaker, and a private deck offers flexible bonus space for a studio, office, or gym. The outdoor kitchen boasts a 2-burner gas stove and quartz counters, all shaded by stylish sun sails over a spacious deck and dining area -- perfect for Lowcountry evenings. The fully fenced yard includes an electric gate, a termite bond already in place, and six raised garden beds with irrigation ready for your green thumb. Enjoy a garden already bearing fruit -- literally. Figs, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, apples, limes, pears, and lemongrass are joined by roses, rhododendron, and a stunning tulip magnolia, creating year-round color and charm. Tucked into Magnolia with access to a hidden neighborhood park through a private backyard gate, this home is also just minutes from Old Towne Creek County Park, the Bikeway/Higgins Pier, the Greenway, and Avondale's shops and restaurants -- with easy access to both downtown Charleston and area beaches. This is a rare opportunity to own a fully updated, move-in-ready home in one of Charleston's most walkable and welcoming neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today!

33 Anita Drive, Charleston

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26023737 MLS ⋅ Fort Johnson Estates SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

Welcome to 454 Trapier Drive, a classic brick split-level home nestled in the highly sought-after Fort Johnson Estates on James Island. Offering approximately 3,350 square feet, this spacious residence features 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, with an abundance of closet space and storage throughout. The 5th bedroom was thoughtfully designed as a mother-in-law suite with separate outdoor ground level access. This could be a standalone, separately accessed living quarters, with space to make additional improvements. It could also be used as a standard bedroom as it is also contiguous to the downstairs living space.Situated on a beautiful almost half acre lot with tidal creek access, the property provides a rare combination of Ample Privacy (backing up to a tidal creek), natural beauty, and generous outdoor space. A durable metal roof and a brand-new well pump and irrigation system (2026) add to the home's long-term value and peace of mind. The bathrooms were newly renovated in 2026, the primary suite had new carpet installed in 2026, and the interior of the home was just painted! Beyond the driveway is a hidden fenced in pad equipped with a camper hookup. Perfect area for toy storage! Enjoy mornings or evenings relaxing on one of the 2 HUGE screened in porches! One is downstairs, and one is right off the primary suite! Take a stroll into the lush and very private backyard and meander down the beautifully hardscaped walkway and you will find yourself at a beautiful and serene tidal creek inlet -- next to a Koi Pond! Enjoy beautiful and natural Low Country views right from your back yard. Ideally located just minutes from Historic Downtown Charleston and Folly Beach, this home also offers convenient access to some of James Island's most beloved outdoor destinations, including Pinckney Park, Demetre Park, a short drive to the James Island County Park as well as a quick trip to the James Island Yacht Club. Are you coming home sandy from the beach or splashed with pluff mud from the creeks? No worries, wash right off in the peaceful and private bamboo stall outdoor shower. Residents of Fort Johnson Estates have the opportunity to join the Fort Johnson Estates Civic Club, which offers a neighborhood pool and a clubhouse, however it is not mandatory. Whether you're looking for room to grow, exceptional storage, tidal creek access, an unparalleled James Island neighborhood with a community vibe, or an unbeatable James Island location that will maintain its' allure, 454 Trapier Drive presents a wonderful opportunity to make this all your Charleston reality.

454 Trapier Drive, Charleston

3 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths ⋅ 26023103 MLS ⋅ West Ashley Plantation SubDv. ⋅ Active Status

This updated brick ranch perfectly blends classic 1960s character with sleek modern upgrades. Inside, the bright layout flows from a welcoming living room into a stunning modern kitchen equipped with quartz counters, peninsula island, natural gas range, and stainless-steel appliances. There is a quaint dining area and a large family room. For daily convenience, the home includes a dedicated interior laundry room with extra storage.The fully fenced backyard serves as a private outdoor retreat, complete with a custom-built patio, beautiful gardens, and functional workshop/shed wired with 120-amp electrical panel, all shaded by a majestic grand oak tree. This charming move-in-ready home is hard to find, with its effortless commute just a few miles from downtown Charleston, I-26, and I-526With no HOA restrictions, there is an opportunity to enjoy the good life without the extra expense of storing a boat or trailer. Hvac was replaced in February of 2026. This home is also currently under termite bond. Use the Seller's Preferred Lender to buy this home and receive an incentive towards your closing costs or rate buydown.

1878 Christian Road, Charleston

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