Ansonborough lies just north of the Market, between Meeting and East Bay Streets. This is one of the smallest of Charleston’s historic neighborhoods, but it offers good walkability and a nice selection of homes dating from the early and mid 1800’s. When the neighborhood was first established in 1696, it was the first suburb of the oldest walled part of the city (which was then called Charles Towne). However, a fire in 1838 devastated most of this section, so the majority of homes and buildings you see today are what was built to replace the original dwellings. Ansonborough is a great neighborhood to consider for buyers wanting to live within easy walking distance of the shopping, restaurants, and sites of the Market (pictured) and King Street areas. Along with the French Quarter and Harleston Village, Ansonborough offers one of the most central locations on the Charleston Peninsula.
In the 1960’s the Historic Charleston Foundation made Ansonborough a model of preservation when it acquired and restored over 100 historic houses in the neighborhood. This large scale rehabilitation project spurred many home buyers to purchase and renovate in the community. Today, you’ll find that most of these houses have been updated and offer a very desirable and distinct feel of the old Charleston charm.
Within Ansonborough, you’ll find the Gaillard Center which is the largest performing arts venue in Downtown Charleston. It offers a range of ballet, opera, and orchestral performances (not to mention hosting some of the biggest Spoleto Festival events each year). This is also usually the site of the ever popular Nutcracker. One of our favorite restaurants is FIG on Meeting Street, but Ansonborough also offers Cru Café, Anson’s Restaurant, and Hank’s Seafood. You’ll find more food options at the weekly Farmers’ Market in Marion Square (at the intersection of Calhoun and Meeting Streets). Since this is located at the corner of Ansonborough, it’s an easy walk from most of the homes. The Farmers’ Market takes place every Saturday morning from April to December and features local produce and flowers, art work, and fresh ready-to-eat fare. Whether you're looking for a central location with plenty of entertainment options or simply a classic, historic Charleston home, Ansonborough should certainly be on your list to consider!
$3,499,000
MLS® #24010098
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
5 BR, 4 BA, 4203 SQ FT, 0.05 ACRES
Built in 1850
House
This exquisite historic home is nestled on the corner of Anson and Society Streets in the heart of the charming …
$4,395,000
MLS® #23027786
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
9 BR, 6 BA, 6300 SQ FT, 0.27 ACRES
Built in 1813
House
Discover a truly unique opportunity to reside or operate in the heart of historic downtown Charleston! Fully fur…
$4,800,000
MLS® #24007355
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
5 BR, 3½ BA, 6165 SQ FT, 0.13 ACRES
Built in 1809
House
The grandeur of Downtown Charleston awaits at the Stephen Shrewsbury House in the coveted Ansonborough neighborh…
$4,900,000
MLS® #24008446
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
5 BR, 5½ BA, 3800 SQ FT, 0.1 ACRES
Built in 1811
House
Fully Renovated 2021-2023 & NO FLOODING. The c.1811 Chancognie property at 5 & 5 1/2 Alexander Street offers a p…
$5,900,000
MLS® #24009653
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
6 BR, 6 BA, 6511 SQ FT, 0.18 ACRES
Built in 1838
House
Welcome to 38 Hasell, a classically elegant, astonishingly grand solid brick estate offering 14 foot ceilings, i…
$875,000
MLS® #23022267
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
1 BA, 1070 SQ FT, 0.05 ACRES
Built in 1978
House
278 Meeting A is a free standing building in Charleston Historic District with 3 off street parking spaces. This…
$2,150,000
MLS® #24005454
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
3 BR, 2½ BA, 2180 SQ FT
Built in 1843
House
This 1843 historical gem has all of the components of an elegant and Handsome Charleston Single home. The genero…
$2,525,000
MLS® #23022700
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
3 BR, 2½ BA, 2458 SQ FT, 0.05 ACRES
Built in 1848
House
Originally built in 1848, this light-filled brick Charleston Single house was meticulously renovated in 2018 wit…
$3,650,000
MLS® #24000514
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
4 BR, 4½ BA, 3612 SQ FT, 0.07 ACRES
Built in 1838
House
Welcome to this exquisite home in the heart of downtown Charleston: an immaculately preserved Historic Ansonboro…
$3,750,000
MLS® #23011399
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
6 BR, 6 BA, 6017 SQ FT, 0.27 ACRES
Built in 1813
House
Unique opportunity to live in/operate a licensed Bed & Breakfast in the heart of historic downtown Charleston! F…
$3,785,000
MLS® #23011206
Ansonborough
Downtown Charleston, SC
4 BR, 4½ BA, 3200 SQ FT, 0.11 ACRES
Built in 1847
House
Welcome to 19 Wentworth Street in Historic Ansonborough! Built in 1847, this stunning home recently underwent an…
Southern tip of the peninsula along the Battery
Cornered by Waterfront Park and the Market
Over 50 blocks containing Colonial Lake and College of Charleston
Smaller neighborhood spanning from the Market to Gaillard Center
Revitalized homes walkable to upper King Street
More affordable and located between Marion Square and MUSC
Adjacent to the Citadel and features 64-acre Hampton Park
Up and coming with more traditional home styles
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