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Charleston Style Homes in the Triangle
If you’ve ever visited Charleston, South Carolina, then you probably noticed the architecture in the historic downtown. The district features homes dating back to the 1700s in styles such as Georgian, Colonial, Gothic Revival, Art Deco, and Italian Renaissance Revival. Distinctive characteristics of Charleston-style homes include side porches and narrow lots.
One unique style in the historic district is the Charleston Single House. Homes in this style are meant for long, narrow lots, and are usually built one room wide, with the narrow part of the house facing the street. The porch, known as the piazza in Charleston, is attached to one side of the house, looking out over the side yard. The porch faces either south or west in order to ventilate and shade the home as much as possible.
A notable feature of the Charleston Single House is the door from the street that leads to the porch, where the true front door is located. Sometimes called a privacy door, the original purpose was to allow the residents of the home to leave the door open when accepting visitors, and closed when expecting privacy.
While the Charleston Single House is perhaps the most well-known architectural style in Charleston, the historic downtown boasts many other beautiful home styles. Along the harbor lie mansions built from 1809 through 1920 in a variety of styles, like Italian Renaissance Revival and Art Deco. Rainbow Row, a well-known series of colorful townhouses, were built in the 18th century. These homes were built in the Georgian style, with arched doorways and brick and stucco exteriors. Other features you will find in Charleston-style homes include wrought iron gates and fences, stone arches, and granite pedestals flanking the front door.
While you won’t find historic Charleston-style homes for sale in the Raleigh-Durham area, there are numerous newer subdivisions with homes in this style. In Raleigh, a few subdivisions in North Raleigh feature Charleston homes. These include Oakcroft, Bedford at Falls River, and Glen Laurel. Closer to downtown Raleigh, Anderson Heights has Charleston-style homes as well. In Morrisville, the Savannah community has Charleston homes. Briar Chapel, a subdivision in Chapel Hill, also has Charleston homes.
Below is a complete list of the available Charleston homes in the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Charleston Style Homes for Sale in The Triangle
Ready in May! This custom "Rigsbee" green-certified home is by local, award-winning Homes By Dickerson. The plan features an open concept 1st floor with walk-in pantry, q...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2360910 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
You've heard it said that a builder saves his best for last. We've sold all but one on Schaub Drive and the one available has a first floor master, 9 and 10 ft ceilings, ...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2366970 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Original owners have lovingly cared for this Majestic Brick front home-nestled on a gorgeous large lot w/ mature landscaping*You will love the beautiful hardwood Floors-t...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2365506 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
True southern charm with a beautiful custom home built by Will Johnson Builders-listed well below cost to build. Enjoy the large front porch or the 2nd floor covered porc...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2369703 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
CUSTOM BUILT CHARLESTON BEAUTY - Bright, Spacious, Open Floor Plan. First Floor Master En Suite. Two Story FR w/Gas Log FP. GORGEOUS Kitchen w/Granite Countertops/Gas Coo...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2369064 MLS
- COMING SOON Status
If you haven't stopped in to experience the neighborhood feel, you're missing out! Our Hopewell A is a nicely appointed 4BR, 3 BTH 2Car w/ third floor bonus home that wil...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2359607 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Located across from the pool and neighborhood amenities and westward facing, Our Hopewell C Plan is a gorgeous Charleston Inspired 4BR, 3Bth, 2Car garage Home. This home ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2359630 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
PHOTOS ARE REPRESENTATIVE ONLY - HOME WILL BE READY IN MARCH 2021 This Aster is built in the Pocket Community and is bursting with fabulous features and amenities. Come ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2345089 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Want a chance to build your home just like you like it?! This Charleston-style Pre-sale opportunity is available for you to customize your color cabinets, flooring, paint...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2357342 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Want a chance to build your home just like you like it?! This Charleston-style Pre-sale opportunity is available for you to customize your color cabinets, flooring, paint...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2357341 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
TONS of Character!! A REAL Show Place!! 3400 SF+/- Restored 4BR/3 Ba on Beautiful Corner Lot in Selma*Well Maintained*Lots of REAL Hardwood Floors* Formal Dining Room*Kit...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2361348 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Calling all unicorn hunters! This rare condo may be the coveted prize! Looks and lives like a townhouse in a location that could not be more ideal. Enjoy the vitality of ...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2365298 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
PRE SALE OPPORTUNITY - The Awesome Azalea Plan! The Perfect 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath with 1 car garage in the Best Active Adult Community!! Granite counters, walk-in shower, woo...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2347253 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fantastic Feelin' Good Four Oaks! Quaint Single Family 3 bedroom*2 Full baths*Country Living in the City*LVP*Granite*Lots of Closets*Enjoy your quiet evening on the front...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2321298 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fantastic Feelin' Good Four Oaks! Quaint Single Family 3 bedroom*2 Full baths*Country Living in the City*LVP*Granite*Lots of Closets*Enjoy your quiet evening on the front...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2321289 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fantastic Feelin' Good Four Oaks! Quaint Single Family 3 bedroom*2 Full baths*Country Living in the City*LVP*Granite*Lots of Closets*Enjoy your quiet evening on the fron...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2321282 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Fantastic Feelin' Good Four Oaks! Quaint Single Family 3 bedroom*2 Full baths*Country Living in the City*LVP*Granite*Lots of Closets*Enjoy your quiet evening on the front...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2321256 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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