Description
The grandeur of downtown charleston awaits at the stephen shrewsbury house in the coveted ansonborough neighborhood. a solid-brick single house, 40 laurens street commands attention with two levels of iconic piazzas and a ground-level veranda courtyard. the circa 1809 home showcases exquisite adamesque woodworking, including period mantels and mouldings, expertly curated by the original builder, who had a background in carpentry. with 4.5 living levels and over 6,000 square feet, this residence offers ample room to entertain guests for legendary house parties. the courtyard, separate from the generous gated off-street parking area, provides an idyllic walled sanctuary with minimal maintenance for the perfect lock-and-leave lifestyle.extensively renovated in 2021, the luxury kitchen wows with high-end finishes and appliances like the wolf six-burner range and sub zero refrigerator. a handsome fireplace, lovingly incorporated into the new kitchen design, infuses the space with character. a comfortable, informal dining area completes the space, with additional refrigeration drawers and bar stool seating.
accessible by the grand staircase and the three-stop elevator, the primary suite encompasses the entire second floor, featuring a library, primary bedroom, recently renovated bath, and walk-in closet. the fourth floor offers two spacious full-height guest rooms with a shared bath - also recently redone- and a third bedroom on the upper dormer level. the garden level, also accessible by the elevator, provides a spacious guest or nanny suite with a dedicated living space.
the location of this stunning and well-preserved property is unbeatable, within two blocks of the grocery store, close proximity to the beating heart of the city's fine dining and nightlife, cultural performance venues, and marion square - truly walkable to all of the best that downtown charleston has to offer. live like a local in grand fashion at 40 laurens; schedule your showing today.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
AnsonboroughCounty
CharlestonStyle
Charleston SingleAD ID
47943112
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Property Details
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Interior FeaturesBathroom Information
- Full Baths: 3
- Half Baths: 1
Interior Features
- Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Separate Dining, Study
- Roof: Metal
Roofing Information
- Metal
Flooring Information
- Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Year Built: 1809
- Construction: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
Exterior Features
- Balcony
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Description: 0 - .5 Acre
- Stories: 4
- Main Square Feet: 0.13
Property Information
- Subdivision: Ansonborough
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- Elementary School: James Simons
- Junior High School: St. Andrews
- Senior High School: Burke
Utility Information
- Charleston Water Service
Location Information
- Direction: Corner Of E. Bay And Laurens
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 02/22/2025 @ 22:54
- MLS: 24024476
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- SOURCE: Charleston MLS
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