Fort Sumter House

1 King, Charleston, SC 29401

Condo Building In Charlestowne

Units

60

Stories

7

Year Built

1929

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Units for Rent

1 Available Units

Fort Sumter House

108,731

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

108,731

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

Fort Sumter House, an iconic 7-story condominium building, stands as a testament to Charleston's rich history. Completed in 1929, this 60-unit residence occupies a prime location on the Charleston Battery, offering residents a unique blend of historic charm and modern living. Originally serving as Charleston's first waterfront hotel, Fort Sumter House has since been transformed into a luxurious residential haven. Its position at the tip of the Charleston peninsula provides residents with unparalleled views of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers, as well as the city's historic roofline.

Fort Sumter House is a condominium located in Charleston and the 29401 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Charleston County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Pool
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Waterfront
  • Gated
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Freezer
  • Smoke Detector

Location

1 King, Charleston,
SC 29401

Neighborhood

Scenic Charlestowne sits at the fork of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers, at the southern tip of the Charleston peninsula. Whether you’re looking for a condo or townhouse for rent, there are many choices throughout this historic riverside neighborhood. Locals view stunning sunsets at White Point Garden, named for its white oyster-shelled walkways. Established in 1837, this waterfront park contains Civil War artifacts, such as cannons, and features the Williams Music Pavilion, a popular bandstand.

Charlestowne residents gather at Hazel V. Parker Playground for basketball games, tennis, and picnic lunches. It also has a dog park for residents with pets. Locals travel just north of the neighborhood to dine at Bull Street Gourmet and Market or Cypress Restaurant. They shop for locally produced goods at the Charleston City Market downtown.

Learn More About Charlestowne

Education

College & Universities Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.8 away
1.8 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.0 away
2.0 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.3 away
2.3 mi

Fort Sumter House is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from College of Charleston. It is also near Charleston School Of Law and Medical Univ. of S.C..

Transportation

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 13 mins drive / 8.8 away
8.8 mi
Fort Sumter House is near Charleston AFB/International, located 15.3 miles or 24 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 24 mins drive / 15.3 away
15.3 mi
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
78
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from Fort Sumter House.

Shopping Centers Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Walk: 18 mins walk / 1.0 away
1.0 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.1 away
1.1 mi
Fort Sumter House has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.6 away
1.6 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.7 away
1.7 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.9 away
1.9 mi
Drive: 11 mins drive / 4.6 away
4.6 mi
Fort Sumter House has 5 parks within 4.6 miles, including Charleston Museum, Children's Museum of the Lowcountry, and Tiedemann Park Nature Center.

Hospitals Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.6 away
1.6 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.7 away
1.7 mi
Drive: 16 mins drive / 8.5 away
8.5 mi
Fort Sumter House has 3 hospitals within 8.5 miles, the nearest is MUSC Medical Center which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minutes drive.