81 Rutledge Ave, Charleston, SC 29401
$6,200,000
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Home Description
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.
- Community Features: Dog Park, Park, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails
- Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Family, Formal Living, Game, Garden Tub/Shower, Great, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Combo, Media, Office, See Remarks, Separate Dining, Study, Utility, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Garage?: Yes
- Carport?: No
- Attached Garage?: No
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: 3 Car Garage, Detached, Off Street, Other
- Total Parking Spaces: 3
- Lot Features: 0 - .5 Acre
- Lot Acres: 0.4
- Lot Square Feet: 17424
Available now at 6200000
- Total Bedrooms: 11
- Total Baths: 8
- Master Bedroom Features: Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Master Bedroom Level: Upper
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room
- Heating: Central, Ductless
- Cooling: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Three +
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Property Attached?: No
- Construction Materials: Block, Brick, Stucco
- Levels: Multi-Story, Other (Use Remarks)
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Stoop
- Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Slab
- Other Structures: Guest House, Workshop, Yes
- Patio & Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Stories: 7
- Fencing: Brick, Fence - Wooden Enclosed, Wrought Iron
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Property Condition: Pre-Owned
- Special Listing Conditions: Flood Insurance
- Listing Terms: Any
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- Elementary School:Memminger
- Middle School:Courtenay
- High School:Burke
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Listing Courtesy of Marshall Walker Real Estate.
For information or to schedule a viewing of this property (MLS# 25014073), call: 843-338-4054
81 Rutledge Ave, Charleston SC is a single family home of 11737 sqft and
is currently priced at $6,200,000
.
This single family home has 11 bedrooms.
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MLS 25014073 has been posted on this site since 5/21/2025 (today).