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257 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Two-story retail property with high visibility in downtown Charleston.

Space Size12,000 SF - 28,000 SF
Days on Market414

Property Features for 257 King Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 12,000 SF - 28,000 SF
Total Parking Spaces 15
Property subtype Retail

Building Details

Building Size 28,000 SF
Tenancy Multiple

Spaces For Lease

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#1

Size
28,000 SF
Type
Retail
Availability
Active
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Ground Floor

Size
16,000 SF
Type
Retail
Availability
Active
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Second Floor

Size
12,000 SF
Type
Retail
Availability
Active
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Listing Agency: RCG Ventures
Listed By: Kevin Donegan · License #GA
Source: Crexi
Added: Jul 14, 2025 Changed: Aug 31 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 11:38AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, 257 King Street resides on the main artery of downtown where boutiques mingle with hotels and local businesses. Antique shops and restaurants are nearby. Situated in the high-end shopping district of the 200 block of King Street, the property is one block north of The Belmond Charleston Place Hotel and Shops. Other retailers in the area include Louis Vuitton, Club Monaco, J Crew, Anthropologie, Lilly Pulitzer, Apple, Lululemon, and H&M. The College of Charleston and Marion Square are a few blocks away. The central downtown location allows for high foot traffic and visibility for tourists and residents, with a walk score of 97. The two-story brick building features floor-to-ceiling storefront windows and multiple double doors. The property has a grand marquee for additional visibility, lighting, and signage. With approximately 70 feet of frontage and 11 1/2 ft ceiling heights, the property also has rear access for parking and deliveries through an alley off Beaufain St.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location on King Street, the main thoroughfare in downtown Charleston, ensuring high visibility and foot traffic (Walk Score of 97).
  • Substantial street frontage of +/-70 feet, one of the largest on King Street, maximizing exposure.
  • Grand marquee providing additional visibility, lighting, and signage opportunities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Auto Parts Store HVAC Service Pharmacy Parking Lot & Garage Veterinary Clinic

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

665
Businesses Nearby
5k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Home Improvements & Furnishings 69% Shops & Services 31%
True Value Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
3,434 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Extra Space Storage Shops & Services
1,523 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 29401, SC

9,145
Population
5,808
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
75%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
1.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,097
Density / Sq Mi
$90,074
Median Household Income
$45,653
Median Earnings
$1,838
Median Rent
$1,165,900
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Charleston, SC

5.2% 2019
7.2% 2020
6.3% 2021
4.6% 2022
4.1% 2023
3.8% 2024
3.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Two-story retail property with high visibility in downtown Charleston.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 257 King Street Charleston, SC.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location on King Street, the main thoroughfare in downtown Charleston, ensuring high visibility and foot traffic (Walk Score of 97).; Substantial street frontage of +/-70 feet, one of the largest on King Street, maximizing exposure.; Grand marquee providing additional visibility, lighting, and signage opportunities.
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