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Rare Legal STR: 13 Beds, 8 Parking in Heart of Downtown Charleston

Cannonborough-Elliotborough
Legal STRDowntown Charleston8 Parking Spaces

221 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403

$4,850,000

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21 saves
Property Highlights

Bedrooms

13

Bathrooms

12

Year Built

1995

Property Type

Residential

Property Details

Legal STRDowntown Charleston8 Parking Spaces

The Chapel Lofts offers an exceptional opportunity to own a legal, fully licensed, income-producing short-term rental property located in the heart of downtown Charleston. This unique offering includes three separate units totaling 13 bedrooms, with the rare bonus of 8 off-street parking spaces. Originally constructed in 1994 as a wedding chapel, the striking front building was thoughtfully renovated in 2012 to create a stunning 5-bedroom, 4.

5-bath residence. Its open-concept living space boasts soaring vaulted ceilings and a spacious kitchen and lounge area ideal for entertaining. Also built in 2012, the rear carriage house features two 4-bedroom, 4-bath units, each designed with style, comfort, and guest experience in mind.

Interiors throughout all three units are beautifully decoratedand updated, offering turnkey functionality for continued short-term rental success. All furnishings and decor convey with the sale for seamless operational continuity. Perfectly positioned on desirable Ashley Avenue, this property is just a short stroll to Charleston's celebrated dining, shopping, and cultural attractions.

Whether you're expanding your investment portfolio or seeking a rare STR-compliant asset in Charleston, The Chapel Lofts delivers unmatched charm, income potential, and location.

Listing Information
  • LocationCharleston
  • MLS #CHSfc5ecf270fe6436f9e913d09cf21e16f
  • Property TypeResidential
  • Stories2
  • Year Built1995
  • Last UpdatedMay 5, 2025

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Property Details
Bedrooms:
13
Bathrooms:
12
Total Building Area:
4,571 SqFt
Lot Size:
7,405 SqFt
Year Built:
1995
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub-Type:
SingleFamilyResidence
Stories:
2
School Information
Elementary:
Mitchell
Middle:
Simmons Pinckney
High:
Burke
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

Additional Information

Region

0
C
1
H
2
S

Lot And Land

Lot Features
0 - .5 Acre, Interior Lot
Lot Size Area
0.17
Lot Size Acres
0.17
Lot Size Units
Acres

Pool And Spa

Spa Features
Hot Tub/Spa

Agent Contacts

List Agent Mls Id
12412
List Office Name
Keller Williams Realty Charleston West Ashley
List Office Mls Id
9057
List Agent Full Name
Jonathan Holt

Community & H O A

Community Features
Trash

Room Dimensions

Bathrooms Half
1
Room Master Bedroom Level
Lower,Upper

Property Details

Directions
From Hwy 17 N Headed Into Charleston, Stay Right To Turn Onto Lockwood Dr, Take A Left At Calhoun St, Then Take A Left Onto Ashley Ave, Property Will Be On Your Left.
M L S Area Major
51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax Map Number
4601104081
County Or Parish
Charleston
Property Sub Type
Single Family Detached
Architectural Style
Carriage/Kitchen House
Construction Materials
Stucco

Exterior Features

Roof
Architectural
Fencing
Wrought Iron
Other Structures
No
Parking Features
Off Street, Other
Exterior Features
Balcony
Patio And Porch Features
Patio

Interior Features

Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Heat Pump
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Stone, Wood
Window Features
Window Treatments
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Interior Features
Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living/Dining Combo

Systems & Utilities

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

Financial Information

Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional

Additional Information

Stories
2
Garage Y N
false
Carport Y N
false
Cooling Y N
true
Feed Types
  • IDX
Heating Y N
true
Listing Id
25012402
Mls Status
Active
Listing Key
fc5ecf270fe6436f9e913d09cf21e16f
Unit Number
Abc
Coordinates
  • -79.948526
  • 32.788948
Fireplace Y N
false
Carport Spaces
0
Covered Spaces
0
Entry Location
Ground Level
Standard Status
Active
Source System Key
20250430153016358848000000
Building Area Units
Square Feet
Foundation Details
  • Slab
New Construction Y N
false
Property Attached Y N
false

Showing & Documentation

Internet Address Display Y N
true
Internet Consumer Comment Y N
true
Internet Automated Valuation Display Y N
true