Charleston's Sword Gate House Lists for $35 Million, a Record Ask for the Area
Listed at $35 million, the Sword Gate House in Charleston's South of Broad area, built in 1803, could set a record for the highest sale in greater Charleston's history. This Federal-style estate, represented by Leslie Turner of Maison Real Estate, spans 17,142 square feet and features wrought-iron gates crafted by Christopher Werner. Throughout its history, it has functioned as a residence, a girls' academy, and an inn, welcoming many distinguished guests. The current owners acquired it for $3 million in 1999 and sold it for $10 million in July 2020. Previous asking prices were $23 million in 2009 and $19.5 million in 2016. The property boasts 11 bedrooms, a pool, spa, and gardens on a 0.87-acre lot, and the owners are now ready to sell.
Key facts
- The Sword Gate House at 1803 vintage is listing for $35 million, which would be the highest asking price ever in the greater Charleston area
- The 17,142-square-foot Federal-style estate sits in Charleston's South of Broad neighborhood
- Leslie Turner, founding partner and broker in charge of Maison Real Estate, represents the property
- Charleston ironworker Christopher Werner crafted the sword-shaped wrought-iron gates in the mid-19th century
- The sellers paid $3 million in 1999 and sold for $10 million in July 2020
- Previous listings reached $23 million in 2009 and $19.5 million in 2016
- Downtown Charleston's top sale was an East Bay Street home at about $21 million in October 2025, reportedly $21.575 million with furnishings
- The 0.87-acre grounds include a pool, spa, conservatory and a magnolia estimated at 280 years old
- The property totals 11 bedrooms across the main house, carriage house and guest suites
Entities
Artists
- Christopher Werner
- Leslie Turner
- Abby Montanez
- Abigail Montanez
Institutions
- Maison Real Estate
- Robb Report
- Galerie Magazine
- ArchPresence
Locations
- Charleston
- United States
- South of Broad
- South Carolina
- East Bay Street
- Andermatt
- Switzerland
- Tribeca
- New York
- Berkshire
- England
- Chatham
- Coral Gables
- Florida
- 32 Legare Street