71 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29401

$5,940,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 5.5 Square Footage: 5,585 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,841 Status: Closed
Current Price: $5,940,000 List Date: 4/16/2026 Last Modified: 8/17/2026

Overview

Description

Originally established in 1830, the Corbett-Jervey House is a meticulously maintained double lot five bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath historic residence, complete with a large saltwater pool, expansive landscaped gardens, and a charming, fully equipped carriage house containing another full bed, bathroom, laundry and kitchen. Upon entering, you are immediately welcomed into a sun-drenched double parlor--an elegant and inviting space that sets the tone for the home's timeless character. The main level seamlessly connects the foyer, kitchen, living, and dining areas, opening out to a quintessential Charleston piazza overlooking the saltwater pool and garden--perfect for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.

Supplements: Beneath the kitchen lies an original cistern, offering a truly unique wine cellar. Each floor boasts soaring 11-foot ceilings--including the third floor, an exceptional and rarely found feature that enhances both light and scale throughout the home. Up the grand staircase, the second level features a spacious primary suite with private piazza, a we ...

Listing Details MLS# 26010859

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #
4570304027
Street #
71
Street Name
Rutledge
Street Suffix
Avenue
County
Charleston
State
SC
Zip Code
29401
Area
51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Tax District
71 - City of Charleston
Subdivision
Harleston Village
Elementary School
Memminger
Middle School
Courtenay
High School
Burke
Directions
Driving south on Rutledge ave. 71 Rutledge is on your right between Wentworth and Beaufain street. Just one block north of Colonial lake.

Contract Info

Sub-Type
Single Family Detached
MLS List Date
2026-04-16
Total List Price/SqFt
1162.04

General Property Info

Primary Structure Full Baths
4
Primary Structure Half Baths
Yes
Primary Structure Beds
6
Total Baths - Full
5
Total Baths - Half
Yes
Total Beds
7
Baths - Total
5.5
Ground Level
Yes
Primary Bedroom – Main Level
No
Stories
3
Primary Structure Apx SqFt
4801
Total Apx SqFt
5585
Ownership
Fee Simple
Year Built
1830
Acreage
0.18
Other Structures Y/N
Yes
Potential Short Sale
No
C/R
No
Occupancy
Owner
Lease Purchase
No
HOA Fee
No
Auction
No

Status Change Info

Sold Date
2026-06-15
Total Sold Price/SqFt
1063.56
New Mortgage Type
Cash

Other Structure

Other Structure Type
Guest House
Other Structure Beds
Yes
Other Structure Full Baths
Yes
Other Structure Apx SqFt
784
Other Structure Notes
kitchen and laundry

More Information

Property Features

SqFt Source: Hired Measurement SF Detached Style: Carriage/Kitchen House; Charleston Single Lot Description: 0 - .5 Acre; High Misc Exterior: Fence - Brick; Fence - Iron; Fence - Metal Enclosed; Garden; Pool - In Ground; Porch - Full Front; Special Yard Lights; Storage Roof: Metal; Slate Exterior: Brick - Solid; Wood Siding Attic Features: Permanent Stairs; Walk-In Attic Foundation: Crawl Space Misc Interior: Ceilings - 9'+ New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Breakfast Room; Eat-In-Kitchen; Family; Formal Living; Foyer; Laundry; Living/Dining Combo; Mother-In-Law Suite; Office; Separate Dining Primary Bedroom: Multiple Closets; Upstairs Cooling: Central Air Floors: Wood Heat: Central Possession: At Closing Showing Instructions: Contact Listing Agent Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy Special: Termite Bond Proposed Financing: Any Assumable: No Green Features: Tankless Water Heater
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Listing Office: Maison Real Estate
Last Updated: August - 17 - 2026
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