Steeped in more than 200 years of history, Charleston’s Toomer-Purse House is a one-of-a-kind find. Built in 1796 by Revolutionary War veteran Anthony Toomer, the 4,541-square-foot beauty on desirable lower Legare is one of the finest mansions the Holy City has to offer.
On a lush, shady lot set back from the street, the four-bedroom, four-bathroom home retains many of its original features in addition to all the necessary modern comforts, including a backyard pool and charming guest house. And don’t even get us started on that porch. Swoon.
Scroll down for a peek inside the just-listed Charleston stunner available for $5,250,000:
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Desirable South of Broad Location
The Toomer-Purse house enjoys a shady lot in a prime location, just two blocks from the ocean.
Rich History
A later owner, Thomas F. Purse, made some additions and improvements to the house during the Greek Revival period.
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Lush Side Garden
The southern portion of the property features a spacious side garden flanked by an assortment of greenery.
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Expansive Porch
The home’s original oversize porch with working pull-down shutters is the perfect space for living your best porch life.
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Main Floor Living Area
Tall ceilings, crown molding, refinished hardwood floors and working fireplaces can be found in all of the home’s living areas.
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Natural Light
Despite the property’s countless shade trees, oversize windows afford the historic home plenty of natural light.
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Old-Meets-New Kitchen
We love the contrast of the original brick hearth with the kitchen’s more modern improvements.
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Updated Butler’s Pantry
Off the kitchen you’ll find that the butler’s pantry has been given a handful of 21st century upgrades including a wine fridge and wet bar.
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Light-Filled Staircase
Natural light streams into the home’s main staircase via a single, oversize arch window.
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Original Details
The upstairs bedrooms have charm galore thanks to floor-to-ceiling built-ins and plush window seats.
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Ultimate Mudroom
One look at the home’s charming mudroom, and guests will be begging to take off their shoes and coats.
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