You’ve Never Seen Anything like This Stunning Over-Water Home for Sale in Charleston

By Meghan Overdeep
November 09, 2018
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There’s one-of-a-kind, and then there’s this South of Broad property. One of the most unique homes Charleston has to offer, 2 Concord Street gives new meaning to waterfront living, and it can be yours for just $7,950,000.Originally a degaussing station for the Navy, the property was fully renovated in 2010. Collectively, the over-water property—including a main house and guest house—spans almost 6,000 square feet and includes a private 240-foot boat dock.Sitting atop concrete pilings, the 4,689-square-foot, five-bedroom main residence juts out into the water. Its unique, lofty vantage point provides unapparelled views of Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter, The Yorktown, Ravenel Bridge and the historic Charleston Peninsula. Inside, a grand staircase, gourmet kitchen and a climate-controlled wine room are just a few of the opulent home’s highlights.
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2 Concord Street, Charleston, South Carolina

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The grounds total 2.7 acres with landscaping using regional materials.

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Over-Water Oasis

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Double sided solar panels are integrated into the railing along the walkway to the dock to take advantage of the light reflected off the water below. The entire property—the first in the historic district to use solar panels—is as environmentally friendly as possible. The main house was awarded LEED Gold and the guest house LEED Platinum designation.

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Formal Entryway

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A grand staircase is the focal point of the main home’s beautiful entryway.

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Formal Living Room

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A rich, old-world aesthetic and modern amenities merge throughout the property.

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Gourmet Kitchen

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Prepare delicious meals with uninterrupted water views? Don’t mind if we do!

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Dining Room

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That view won’t make it easy to concentrate on conversation during dinner parties. Luckily, the first-floor room opens up onto the terrace.

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Nautical Sitting Room

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Furniture in organic shades of blue complements the panoramic water vistas.

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Bedroom

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On the second floor you’ll find the master suite and three additional bedrooms with en-suite baths—each with waterfront views.

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Spacious Master Bathroom

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That freestanding tub is what bathroom dreams are made of.

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Third-Floor Terrace

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A wrap-around terrace adjoins the top floor entertaining area—the perfect spot for sailboat watching.

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Private Dock

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This is the only single-family residence downtown with a 240-foot private boat dock made of fixed concrete. It also boasts a 100-foot floater and boat lift with 20,000 lb. capacity.

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One-of-a-Kind Residence

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Talk about making an impression! The entrance to this over-water paradise is guaranteed to impress.

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