61 Tradd Street
Charleston, SC 29401
- 4 beds
- 4.5 baths
- 4,465 sqft
- $1,489 per sqft
- 1736 build
- – on site
In the heart of Charleston's historic South of Broad neighborhood, on high ground, the Jacob Motte House at 61 Tradd Street is a rare and remarkable fusion of 18th-century charm and modern sophistication. Originally built in 1731 by provincial treasurer Jacob Motte, this Georgian-style single house stands as one of Charleston's earliest surviving residences. Carefully restored through a multi-year, comprehensive renovation, the home today reflects both its colonial heritage and contemporary design excellence.From the street, the classic Charleston single house facade gives way to gracious piazzas, with almost 1000 square feet of additional space, and an entry loggia, which have been thoughtfully preserved and reimagined. Once enclosed and adjoined to the home's dependency through a shared party wall, these spaces now house a beautifully reconfigured kitchen and bathrooms. The chef's kitchen, complete with GE Monogram appliances, Waterworks and deVOL fixtures, mudroom, and butler's pantry, sit behind the home's historic volume seamlessly connecting to the living areas through restored historic openings. Brickwork from the home's original addition has been carefully repointed and left exposed, while salvaged stucco and a glazed steel entry door honor the original architectural elements. The home spans four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, each blending elegance with function. The second-floor primary suite has been completely redesigned to offer walk-in closets, a freestanding tub, and a private water closet all accessed through a preserved historic fenestration, allowing original paneling and casework to remain untouched. On the third floor, previously unsympathetic alterations were reversed to restore the natural rhythm of the space, aligning rooms with original windows and fireplaces. A second bathroom was structurally reinforced and updated with modern finishes, while a mid century attic stair was removed to uncover hidden piazza windows. This restoration allowed the primary stair to extend to a new fourth-floor bedroom and bath, now fully integrated into the home. Throughout, the house features heart pine floors, soaring ceilings, and original cypress paneling timeless details that evoke its storied past. Outside, the double piazzas offer peaceful retreats ideal for entertaining or enjoying Charleston's historic ambiance. This home is more than just a residence it is a stewardship of one of the city's architectural treasures. Just steps from renowned dining, shops, and cultural landmarks, the Jacob Motte House offers the rare opportunity to live at the crossroads of preservation and modern luxury.
Last checked:
As a licensed real estate brokerage, Estately has access to the same database professional Realtors use: the Multiple Listing Service (or MLS). That means we can display all the properties listed by other member brokerages of the local Association of Realtors—unless the seller has requested that the listing not be published or marketed online.
The MLS is widely considered to be the most authoritative, up-to-date, accurate, and complete source of real estate for-sale in the USA.
Estately updates this data as quickly as possible and shares as much information with our users as allowed by local rules. Estately can also email you updates when new homes come on the market that match your search, change price, or go under contract.
Checking…
•
Last updated Apr 21, 2025
•
MLS# 25008700 —
The Building
-
Year Built:1736
-
New Construction:false
-
Structure Type:Condominium
-
Roof:Slate
-
Foundation Details:Crawl Space
-
Levels:3 Stories
-
Construction Materials:Brick
-
Patio And Porch Features:Porch - Full Front
-
Building Area Total:4465
-
Building Area Units:Square Feet
Interior
-
Stories:3
-
Interior Features:Ceiling - Smooth
-
Flooring:Wood
-
Fireplace:true
-
Fireplace Features:Bedroom
-
Laundry Features:Washer Hookup
Financial & Terms
-
Listing Terms:Cash
Location
-
Directions:Take A Left Off Meeting Street Onto Tradd Street And The House Is On Your Right
-
Latitude:32.77458
-
Longitude:-79.930386
The Property
-
Property Type:Residential
-
Property Subtype:Single Family Attached
-
Property Attached:true
-
Other Structures:No
-
Lot Features:0 - .5 Acre
-
Lot Size Units:Acres
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
Beds
-
Bedrooms Total:4
-
Master Bedroom Level:Upper
-
Master Bedroom Features:Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
Baths
-
Full Baths:4
-
Half Baths:1
The Listing
-
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=kZY8jvrSY13
Heating & Cooling
-
Cooling:true
-
Cooling:Central Air
-
Heating:Forced Air
-
Heating:true
Utilities
-
Utilities:Charleston Water Service
-
Sewer:Public Sewer
-
Water Source:Public
Schools
-
Elementary School:Memminger
-
Middle Or Junior School:Simmons Pinckney
-
High School:Burke
The Community
-
Subdivision Name:South of Broad
Any use of search facilities of CTMLS data on this site, other than by a consumer looking to purchase real estate, is prohibited. Properties provided courtesy of the Charleston Trident MLS Broker Reciprocity Database. Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$6,650,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
---|---|
Mortgage
This calculator is intended for planning and education purposes only. It relies on assumptions and information provided by you regarding your goals, expectations and financial situation, and should not be used as your sole source of information. The output of the tool is not a loan offer or solicitation, nor is it financial or legal advice. |
$35,608
|
Taxes | N/A |
Insurance | $1,828 |
Utilities | $303 See report |
Total | $37,739/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
Walk Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Walk Score is the most well-known measure of walkability for any address. It is based on the distance to a variety of nearby services and pedestrian friendliness. Walk Scores range from 0 (Car-Dependent) to 100 (Walker’s Paradise).
Bike Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Transit Score®
Provided by WalkScore® Inc.
Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
Provided by HowLoud
Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
Provided by ClearlyEnergy
The air pollution index is calculated by county or urban area using the past three years data. The index ranks the county or urban area on a scale of 0 (best) - 100 (worst) across the United Sates.
Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
---|---|---|---|---|
4/1/25
Apr 1, 2025
|
Listed / Active | CTAR | $6,650,000 | 371.6% (39.0% / YR) |
9/18/15
Sep 18, 2015
|
CTAR | $1,410,000 |