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    165 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403

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    Under Contract
    $2,200,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Charleston, SC

    Property size:
    4,885 SF
    Lot size:
    0.14 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $450/SF
    Added:
    Mar 24, 2026
    Days on Market:
    65
    Last Refresh:
    May 27 at 4:06 pm

    Property Features for 165 Rutledge Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Bedrooms
    7
    Rooms
    Bedroom 7, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6
    Interior features
    Ceiling Fan(s)
    Standard status
    Active Under Contract
    Size
    4,885 SF
    Lot size
    0.14 Acres

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Space Heater, Natural Gas
    Cooling system
    Window Unit(s)
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1852
    Floors in Building
    3
    Number of units
    5
    Building materials
    Block/Masonry, Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
    Roof type
    Slate

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    Listing Contact
    Trey Mathisen

    Listing agent Trey Mathisen

    Listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC Charleston, SC

    Listing date Mar 24, 2026

    MLS# 26008187 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 CHS Regional MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Prime location adjacent to MUSC and walking distance to amenities.
    • Five separate metered units provide income potential with historically low vacancy.
    • On‑site parking for eight vehicles.
    • Historic details throughout the property, including a slate roof and old heart pine floors.
    • Potential to combine units A and B into a primary residence.
    • Two buildings totaling approximately 6,119 square feet with nine bedrooms and eight full baths.

    Overview

    Located near the Medical University of South Carolina at the corner of Rutledge Avenue and Doughty Street, this five-unit historic property at 165 Rutledge Avenue experiences minimal vacancy. The property features five separately metered units, with three located in the main house and two in the rear brick house. The main house provides 4,885 square feet of space, while the detached brick house offers 1,234 square feet, totaling approximately 6,119 square feet. The property includes nine bedrooms and eight full baths. Architectural details from the 1800s are present throughout, including a slate roof, ceiling medallions, plaster work, brick fireplaces, old heart pine floors, and large wraparound piazzas. The property's location and unit configuration support its income potential, with consistent demand from the surrounding medical and academic community. On-site parking is available for eight vehicles. The property offers the potential to combine the top three floors (units A and B) into a primary residence with a ground floor apartment and two smaller detached one-bedroom units in the rear. The zoning is DR 1. The property is located within walking distance of MUSC, College of Charleston, Charleston School of Law, and Ashley Hall School, as well as various restaurants and shopping destinations. The lot size is 0.14 acres.
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    Apartment buildings

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    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    City
    Charleston
    County
    Berkeley
    State
    South Carolina
    Longitude
    -79.945765
    Latitude
    32.786116

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Apartment building - Five-unit historic property with income potential near MUSC.
    Where is this apartment building located?
    The property is located at 165 Rutledge Avenue Charleston, SC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,200,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location adjacent to MUSC and walking distance to amenities.; Five separate metered units provide income potential with historically low vacancy.; On‑site parking for eight vehicles.
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