42 S Battery Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
Listed by: jennifer snowden843-628-0008
Office: the cassina group
MLS#:25018450
Source:SC_CTAR
42 S Battery Street,Charleston, SC 29401
$6,492,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 4,637 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active

Price summary

  • Price:$6,492,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,400.04

About this home

42 South Battery, also known as the Robert Murray House is a must see! Built in 1802 & prestigiously located at the corner of King & S Battery, with views of White Point Gardens, the Battery & Charleston Harbor.This iconic estate boasts historically significant gardens designed by Loutrel Briggs which were restored in 2021, with new hardscaping & irrigation added. The crown jewel of the majestic gardens is a round plunge pool surrounded by towering palm trees & hedges. The beautiful grounds are large enough to host a party fit for the Great Gatsby!The original architectural features have been remarkably retained with preserved period details such as heart pine floors, moldings & Adams mantels.This home was extensively renovated in 2024-2025, adding exquisite curated interiors to match the exterior beauty. Notable features include: an elevator to 3 floors, bespoke Degournay wallpaper with lacquered wood trim in dining room, a heated & cooled 4th floor room was added for storage or

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Home facts

  • Year built:1802
  • Listing ID #:25018450
  • Added:172 day(s) ago
  • Updated:December 22, 2025 at 11:19 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:5
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Living area:4,637 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Electric

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1802
  • Building area:4,637 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.2 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Burke
  • Middle school:Simmons Pinckney
  • Elementary school:Memminger

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$6,492,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,400.04
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