81 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29401
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
Listed by: matthew brockbank, erin sinopoli
Office: marshall walker real estate
MLS#:25014073
Source:SC_CTAR
81 Rutledge Avenue,Charleston, SC 29401
$7,000,000
- 11 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 11,737 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Price summary
- Price:$7,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$596.4
About this home
The Sottile-Glover Mansion is an exceptional building, which is listed in the prestigious National Register of Historic Places. The first recorded sale of 81 Rutledge Avenue, then known as 6 Rutledge Street, was in 1775.Estate OverviewThree buildings on 79 & 81 Rutledge AvenueMain building (built in 1826) - a grand residence ideal for entertaining, featuring large rooms and piazzasOriginal house (pre-1775) - now divided into:Four-bedroom long-term rentalTwo-bedroom short-term rentalThird building - former carriage house with three stories, now used for storageAmple parking availablePrime location - Walking distance to MUSC, King Street, Colonial Lake, Broad Street, and the College of CharlestonProperty Description
" Carriage house (third building)
" Originally housed carriages, a community room for servants, and seven small bedrooms
" Middle house (original house)
" Built before 1775, constructed using wooden pegs
" Now divided into rental units
" Main house
" Built in 1826 by Dr. J. Glover with 18-36 inch thick brick walls
" Formerly served as the Italian consulate
" Original painted ceilings deteriorated, but gold leaf cornices in the living and dining rooms remain
" Cornices were custom-made in France to fit windows, mirrors, and French doors
Historical Significance
" First recorded sale in 1775 - included the building now used as rental property
" 1826 - Mansion built by Dr. Joseph Glover (1740-1840), a respected physician and advocate for urban greenery
" Later ownership
" Arthur Gordon Rose (1794-1880) - President of the Bank of Charleston
" Early 1900s - Used as a school for girls, later purchased by the Benjamin Moise family
" 1906 - Bought by Giovanni Sottile, Italian Consul, who added Italianate details
" Hosted King Victor Emanuel of Italy
" 1991 - Passed to Carmelina Sottile Thompson
" 1999 - Purchased by the current owners
Architectural & Preservation Details
" Mid-19th & early 20th century - Italianate embellishments and ironwork added
" Front doors feature ornate grille work, similar to those at 1 Broad Street (possibly linked to banker Arthur G. Rose)
" Hand-carved vestibule door with fruit relief, made in England
" Kitchen renovated in 2023 - New cabinets and appliances
" Original floor plan remains intact - Owners prioritize historic integrity
" Structural enhancements
" Air conditioners added to rooms without them
" Sump pump system installed to prevent flooding
" Survived earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and war
Gardens & Atmosphere
" Ideal for entertaining - Hosted numerous parties, charity events, and musical gatherings
" Lush gardens with over 80-year-old sago palms
" Other plantings include loquats, pomegranates, camellias, hydrangeas, and azaleas, cared for by the current owner
This historic Charleston estate offers a blend of grandeur, history, and tranquility, preserving its architectural and cultural heritage.
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Home facts
- Year built:1826
- Listing ID #:25014073
- Added:286 day(s) ago
- Updated:March 03, 2026 at 03:16 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:11
- Total bathrooms:8
- Full bathrooms:6
- Half bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Bathrooms Description:Garden Tub/Shower
- Kitchen Description:Kitchen Island
- Living area:11,737 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1826
- Building area:11,737 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.4 Acres
- Lot Features:0 - .5 Acre
- Architectural Style:Victorian
- Foundation Description:Crawl Space, Slab
- Levels:7 Story
Schools
- High school:Burke
- Middle school:Courtenay
- Elementary school:Memminger
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$7,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$596.4
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Laundry Room
- Amenities:High Ceilings
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