18 Pinckney Street
About this home
Rare opportunity to renovate and restore a historic Charleston residence in the heart of downtown. Situated on the corner of Pinckney Street and Motley Lane, 18 Pinckney offers classic Charleston character with its traditional two-story facade, tall windows, side piazza and commanding corner presence. Just a short walk from Market Street, restaurants, shopping and the many attractions of the Historic District, the location is exceptional.Currently configured with separate entrances to the first and second floors, the property offers tremendous flexibility for a buyer looking to create a distinctive single-family residence, two residential units, an owner-occupied home with rental income, or a live/work arrangement.The first floor provides approximately 1,280 square feet, with an additional 1,118 square feet upstairs.
The property is being offered as a fixer-upper, allowing the next owner to thoughtfully renovate while preserving its historic charm and tailoring the interiors to their own vision. Its Limited Business zoning provides additional possibilities, while residential rental use is permitted. A former commercial kitchen, including a hood and grease trap, remains in place. For a buyer looking for historic architecture, renovation potential and a highly walkable downtown location, 18 Pinckney Street is an opportunity to create a truly one-of-a-kind Charleston home.
Details
Property Details
- Listing ID
- 26027741
- Status
- Active
- Property Type
- Residential
- Property Subtype
- Single Family Detached
- Market Area
- 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 1.5
- Year Built
- 1985
- Stories
- 2
- Days on Market
- 0
Features
- Style
-
- Charleston Single
- Architectural Style
-
- Charleston Single
- Fireplace
- Yes
Lot & Community
- Lot Size
- 0.07 acres
- Subdivision
- Ansonborough
- City
- Charleston
- State
- SC
Schools
- Elementary School
- Memminger
- Middle School
- Simmons Pinckney
- High School
- Burke
Source & Freshness
- Data Source
- Charleston Trident MLS
- Source System
- CHS Regional MLS
- Listing Modified
- Oct 7, 2026
- Bridge Modified
- Oct 7, 2026
- Last Refreshed
- Oct 26, 2026
Location
18 Pinckney Street
Location Details
- City
- Charleston
- State
- SC
- Postal Code
- 29401
- Market Area
- 51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
- Subdivision
- Ansonborough