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    165 Rutledge Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

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    For Sale
    $2,200,000

    MULTI_FAMILY - Charleston, SC

    Property size:
    4,912 SF
    Lot size:
    0.14 Acres
    Added:
    Mar 24, 2026
    Days on Market:
    9
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 1 at 7:06 am

    Property Features for 165 Rutledge Avenue

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Other
    Bedrooms
    7
    Rooms
    Bedroom 3, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 1
    Interior features
    Ceiling Fan(s)
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    4,912 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

    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.

    Overview

    Historic Multifamily Property Near MUSC

    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 in the main house and two in the rear brick house. The main house provides 4,912 square feet of the total approximate 6,168 square feet. The detached brick house offers 1,256 square feet. There are nine bedrooms and eight full baths. The property's historic details from the 1800s include a slate roof, ceiling medallions, plaster work, brick fireplaces, old heart pine floors, and large wraparound piazzas. The property has income potential supported by its location and unit configuration, demonstrating strong demand from the surrounding medical and academic community. On-site parking is available for eight vehicles. The lot size is 0.14 acres. Zoning is DR 1. The property is within walking distance of MUSC, College of Charleston, Charleston School of Law, and Ashley Hall School, as well as restaurants and shopping.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Apartment buildings

    Suggested Use

    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.

    Location Insight

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

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    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 the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC); Five separate metered units offer income potential and historically low vacancy; On‑site parking for eight vehicles
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

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    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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