Downtown Charleston Real Estate Agents
The peninsula is its own market: historic homes, new condos, and rules about both. We'll help you buy or sell here without the surprises.
Living in Downtown Charleston
Downtown Charleston covers the peninsula between the Ashley and Cooper rivers, ZIP codes 29401 and 29403. South of Broad and the French Quarter hold the oldest homes in the city, many protected by the Board of Architectural Review. Move north through Harleston Village, Ansonborough and Radcliffeborough and the housing mix shifts to renovated singles, condos and townhomes. Above the Crosstown, Wagener Terrace, Hampton Park Terrace and North Central offer bungalows and newer builds near Hampton Park.
Prices span the widest range in the Lowcountry. Studio and one-bedroom condos start under $100,000 at the entry level; renovated historic homes and waterfront estates list above $14 million. Between those poles, most detached homes on the peninsula trade in seven figures, and condos in the mid six figures.
Buying downtown means reading disclosures carefully: flood history, foundation and termite reports on older structures, parking, and short-term rental rules that vary by district. We've walked through enough of these houses to know what's cosmetic and what isn't.
Downtown Charleston neighborhoods
Tap a neighborhood to see its current listings from the Charleston MLS.
Buying in Downtown Charleston
- Confirm the flood zone and get a quote before you write. Some blocks flood on high tides alone.
- Older homes need a full inspection plus termite and, often, a structural look. Budget for it.
- Short-term rental permits are limited and district-specific. Don't buy on an assumption.
- Off-street parking adds real value downtown. Notice when it's missing.
Start with the search bar above or browse every Downtown Charleston listing. When something catches your eye, text the address to (843) 732-3377 and we'll tell you what it should really sell for.
Selling in Downtown Charleston
Peninsula buyers come from everywhere, and they've usually done homework on the block before they call. We price against true peninsula comps (not West Ashley or Mount Pleasant), photograph the house properly, and manage showings so you aren't living in a museum for weeks.
Military families and Downtown Charleston
The Air Base is 20 to 30 minutes from downtown in normal traffic. A number of our military clients choose the peninsula for the walkability and then commute out.
What clients say
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Questions we get
What does a house cost in downtown Charleston?
Condos start under $100,000 at the entry level, but most detached homes on the peninsula list in seven figures. Mid-priced options are usually condos and townhomes in the $400,000 to $900,000 range. We'll pull exact numbers for the blocks you're considering.
Which downtown neighborhoods have the most homes for sale?
Cannonborough-Elliotborough, Wagener Terrace and the upper peninsula tend to have the most turnover. South of Broad and the French Quarter have the least.
Can I short-term rent a downtown Charleston property?
Only with a city permit, and permits are restricted by district and property type. If rental income is part of your plan, tell us up front so we only show you eligible properties.
Is flooding a problem downtown?
Parts of the peninsula flood during king tides and heavy rain. We check flood zone, elevation and history on every downtown home we show, and we'll get you an insurance quote before you commit.
Do you help sellers downtown?
Yes. We list homes across the peninsula. Start with a free valuation at inrealteam.com/#sell or call (843) 732-3377.
Call or text and you get Tyler or Priscilla, not a call center. Two REALTORS® who work Downtown Charleston every week.