42 S Battery Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Medley
Listed by: jennifer snowden843-628-0008
Office: the cassina group
MLS#:25018450
Source:SC_CTAR
Price summary
- Price:$5,849,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,261.38
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 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 playroom (hence the additional square footage from previous listings), exterior paint changed from yellow to pink, all new custom baths, kitchen, custom cabinetry, custom closet designs in every bedroom, tankless water heater added, interior completely repainted, double wraparound piazzas, large separate wine fridge, flex space off of the living room was repurposed to potentially be used as an extra bedroom, if not used as an office. In addition, the roof was recoated in 2024. All light fixtures to convey with sale. The seller is also willing to sell the custom painted grand piano in the living room as well as custom drapery.
The 2nd floor is currently entirely dedicated to the primary suite with 2 full baths; however it could be reverted to its original use of 2 bedrooms. Each of the bedrooms have en suite baths. In addition, the 3 main bedrooms all have fireplaces.
This gated estate boasts room for parking approximately 5-6 cars depending upon size, still leaving ample room for outdoor entertaining & enjoyment.
Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own & enjoy a legacy estate for years to come!
See attached for Floor Plans (completed July 2025). If sqft is important, please measure.
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Home facts
- Year built:1802
- Listing ID #:25018450
- Added:266 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 27, 2026 at 07:35 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:5
- Flooring:Wood
- Kitchen Description:Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Living area:4,637 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Electric
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1802
- Building area:4,637 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.2 Acres
- Architectural Style:Charleston Single
- Foundation Description:Crawl Space
- Levels:4 Story
Schools
- High school:Burke
- Middle school:Simmons Pinckney
- Elementary school:Memminger
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$5,849,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,261.38
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Laundry Room
- Amenities:Ceiling Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling Smooth, Elevator, High Ceilings
Parking
- Parking description:Off Street
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