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1307 Bay Street, Beaufort, SC 29902
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) Step back in time without sacrificing modern comfort in the Historic William Ritchie House, originally built by a Union soldier and beautifully restored for today's living.Perched high above the water, this exceptional property offers expansive southern views over the Beaufort River and Intracoastal Waterway--watch boats glide by from your expanded wrap-around porch.Completely renovated, the home seamlessly blends historic charm with thoughtful modern upgrades. Original long leaf pine floors, restored Prairie windows, and the stunning original stained-glass front door preserve its character, while all wiring, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems have been updated. A new roof, new white front fence, professional landscaping, and custom gas lanterns at the entry and garage enhance its timeless curb appeal.The first-floor primary suite opens through French doors to the porch overlooking the water and features a fully renovated spa-like bath. The kitchen offers handsome granite countertops and all new appliances. Custom drapes, a security system, a new sunroom, and beautifully refreshed interiors--professionally painted in 2025--complete the home's elegant presentation.Comfort is ensured year-round with updated HVAC systems (upstairs 2019, downstairs 2020, primary suite 2024).A newly constructed garage by Allan Patterson includes a VRBO apartment above with an excellent rental history--ideal for guests or income potential. The full brick basement with access from the sunroom provides more living space.This remarkable home has been featured on the Tour of Homes and is framed by mature citrus trees--including orange, kumquat, and grapefruit--along with classic boxwoods, adding a final touch of Southern charm.
Listing Details MLS# 194754
Listing Location Tax Legal Info
- Sub-Type
- Single Family
- Major Area
- Beaufort
- Asking Price
- 2195000
- St #
- 1307
- Street Name
- Bay
- St. Suffix
- Street
- County
- Beaufort
- State
- SC
- Zip Code
- 29902
Keywords
- Senior Community Y/N
- No
- ADU Y/N
- Yes
- # Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- Yes
- Total Baths
- 3.1
- Family Room
- Yes
- Formal Dining Room
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Garage Spaces
- Yes
- Dock
- Not Applicable
- Elevator
- No
- Year Built
- 1870
- Approx SqFt
- 3013
- Carport Spaces
- 0
General Property Description
- Dock Permits in Hand
- No
- Shared Interest Y/N
- No
- Approx Acres
- 0.22
- Lot SqFt
- 9634
- Zoning
- Residential
- Aicuz
- No
- Home Warranty YN
- No
- Basement
- Yes
- Rental Duration
- Not Applicable
- Olrea/B
- No
- Tax Database ID
- R120-004-000-0766-0000
Financial
- HOA/POA Fee
- No
- Regime Fee
- No
Status Change Info
- Under Contract Date
- 2026-04-02
ADU Details
- Bedrooms Total
- Yes
- Full Baths Total
- Yes
More Information
Listing, Location, Tax & Legal Info
- For Sale/For Rent
- For Sale
- Minor Area
- Historic District/Bay
- List Price/SqFt
- 728.51
- Key Code #
- 00219971
- Legal Desc
- CITY BLK 107 HISTORIC BUILDING (CIRCA 1883) WILLIAM RITCHIE HOUSE
Community
- Waterfront Community
- Yes
Will Sell
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
Special Listing Conditions
- None
- Yes
Levels
- Three Or More
- Yes
Approx. Age
- Over 100 Yrs
- Yes
Foundation
- Other
- Yes
View
- Marsh
- Yes
- River
- Yes
- Water
- Yes
Construction
- Frame
- Yes
Roofing
- Metal
- Yes
Waterfront Features
- River Front
- Yes
Exterior Extras
- Irrigation System
- Yes
Fencing
- Full
- Yes
Patio and Porch Features
- Covered
- Yes
- Front Porch
- Yes
- Patio
- Yes
- Rear Porch
- Yes
- Wrap Around
- Yes
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Chandelier
- Yes
- Coffered Ceiling(s)
- Yes
- Crown Molding
- Yes
- Double Closets
- Yes
- Double Vanity
- Yes
- Entrance Foyer
- Yes
- Master Downstairs
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
- Soaking Tub
- Yes
- Tray Ceiling(s)
- Yes
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Yes
- Wet Bar
- Yes
Dining
- Breakfast Area
- Yes
- Formal
- Yes
Other Rooms
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- Yes
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Formal Liv. Room
- Yes
- Foyer
- Yes
- Master Bedroom 1st Flr
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
- Sitting Room
- Yes
- Study/Den
- Yes
- Sun Room
- Yes
- Utility Room
- Yes
Floors
- Tile
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Window Features
- Plantation Shutters
- Yes
Walls
- Plaster
- Yes
- Sheetrock
- Yes
Fireplace
- Three or More
- Yes
- Family Room
- Yes
- Gas
- Yes
Heating
- Heat Pump
- Yes
Cooling
- Heat Pump
- Yes
Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Yes
Water Source
- Public
- Yes
Appliances/Equipment
- Auto/Gar/Opener
- Yes
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Yes
- Cable TV/Available
- Yes
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Gas Range
- Yes
- Ice Maker
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
- Wine Refrigerator
- Yes
Security Features
- Security System
- Yes
Possession
- At Closing
- Yes
Parking Features
- Additional Parking
- Yes
- Driveway
- Yes
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Faces Side
- Yes
Vacancy
- Occupied
- Yes
Showing Instructions
- Appt. Only-MLS Lb
- Yes
Community Amenities
- Boat Landing
- Yes
- Dock
- Yes

