1520 Boundary Street
Newberry, SC 29108
Est. $1,725/mo — See my rate
$66/Sq Ft
4 bd · 4 ba · 4,514 sqft · $66/sqft
About This Home
Step back in time with the Francis B. Higgins House, the oldest documented dwelling in Newberry, South Carolina, built circa 1820. Rich in character and legacy, this remarkable property reflects the early introduction of Federal and Greek Revival architectural styles to the region and carries the historical significance of Francis B.
Higgins, a respected attorney, planter, and county commissioner in equity. Listed on the Historic Registry of Homes in Newberry County, this home stands as a true testament to the area’s heritage. Situated on 1.
7 acres, spacious living, featuring four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, two living rooms, a library, and a charming back porch perfect for quiet evenings. A detached garage apartment behind the home provides additional living space or rental potential and is ready for renovation. Modern updates such as air conditioning have been thoughtfully added, while much of the home’s original character remains intact.
The interior is primed for restoration, offering the perfect opportunity for a new owner to bring their vision to life while preserving a piece of Newberry’s storied past. Don’t miss your chance to own this historic landmark and create your own chapter in its over 200-year legacy. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
Property Details
Property Overview
- County
- Newberry
- Architectural Style
- Colonial
Interior Details
- Interior Features
- Attic Storage
- Ceiling Fan
Parking And Garage
- Garage
- Garage Detached
Exterior Features
- Fencing
- Partial
- Exterior
- Guest House
- Patio
- Front Porch - Covered
- Back Porch - Screened
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Exterior Finish
- Wood
Lot And Land
- Road Type
- Paved
- Lot Size Acres
- 1.76
Utilities And Systems
- Sewer
- Public
- Water
- Public
- Cooling
- Central
- Heating
- Central
Laundry
- Laundry
- Closet
- Heated Space
Fireplace
- Fireplace
- Gas Log-Natural
Room Details
- Kitchen
- Eat In
- Counter Tops-Formica
- Floors-Laminate
- Cabinets-Glazed
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Fireplace
- Floors-Hardwood
- Molding
- Floors - Carpet
- Other Rooms
- Bonus-Unfinished
- In Law Suite
- Library
- Office
- Other
- Formal Dining Room
- Molding
- Floors - Carpet
- Formal Living Room
- Fireplace
- Floors-Hardwood
- Molding
- Ceiling Fan
Primary Suite
- Features
- Closet-His & Her
- Bath-Private
- Ceiling Fan
- Floors - Carpet
Listed by Maribel Garcia Mundy of Fathom Realty SC LLC
Location
- Address
- 1520 Boundary Street
- City
- Newberry, SC 29108
- County
- Newberry
Schools
- Elementary
- Boundary Street
- Middle
- Newberry
- High
- Newberry
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.
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