1720 Houghton Drive, Charleston, SC 29412

$725,000 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
2,153  sqft
Built in 1955

Welcome to 1720 Houghton Drive, a delightful 1950s gem nestled in the established Laurel Park neighborhood of James Island. Set on a spacious, wooded lot, this charming home offers a perfect blend of vintage character and modern convenience, all just minutes from downtown Charleston and Folly Beach. Walk to your favorite shopping and dining along Folly Road and Maybank Highway, you just can't beat this location!Step inside to discover the home's unique allure, featuring gleaming hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace in the welcoming family room. The separate dining room showcases custom built-in cupboards, adding a touch of elegance. The newly renovated kitchen boasts sleek stainless-steel appliances and quartz counters ensuring both style and functionality.The laundry room is a standout with its custom tile flooring, extra-large pantry, built-in drop zone, and convenient access to the carport, which includes additional storage. The space also opens to the enormous backyard, a charming screened-in porch, and a patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining or even a future pool. The main level includes a large bedroom (which could be used as an owner's bedroom), a second guest bedroom, a shared full bathroom, and a versatile sitting room that can serve as a fifth bedroom. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious owner's bedroom, another guest bedroom, another full bathroom, and a massive custom closet/dressing room, providing ample space and storage. Experience the comfort and charm of this inviting home, where classic details and modern updates create a welcoming retreat.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling - Smooth, Family, Entrance Foyer, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining
Laundry:
Laundry Room
Flooring:
Vinyl, Wood
A/C:
None
Heating:
None

Exterior

General:
Stoop
Style:
Tudor
Parking:
1 Car Carport, Off Street

Construction

Roofing:
Architectural
General:
Brick, 2, Crawl Space

Location

County:
Charleston

Utilities

Utilities:
Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

This listing courtesy of:
The Pulse Charleston

About Charleston, SC

Housing

Number of Units
103,102
Median Home Value
$381,088
Median Rent
$1,115

44.57% of housing units are renter occupied.

11.18% are vacant.

Commute

Car
66.58%
Public Transportation
0.63%
Walk to Work
2.64%
Work from Home
28.45%
Other
0.70%

The median travel time to work is 18 minutes.

People

Population
206,347
Median Age
37.50
Median Household Size
2.42

Education

High School
21.01%
Associate’s Degree
8.02%
Bachelor’s Degree
31.36%
Graduate Degree
17.38%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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