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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 Q4 2023! The "Morris" is by local builder Homes By Dickerson.This custom home has double front porches to take advantage of the wooded view and features a main floo...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2473942 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
NEW construction. We will build your dream house, you tell us how you want it and we will build if for you. Please see MLS # 2449655
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2450218 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Experience Luxury Charleston-Style Living in South Quarter at Flowers Plantation Gated Community! Timeless elegance & stunning design permeate every room ~ Owners bedro...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2490876 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Amazing Downtown Durham home with ADU and 2 car garage! Front home with 3 bed/2.5 bath, fireplace, walk-in laundry room and open concept living on main floor! The ADU is ...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2484094 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This stunning five-bedroom home is painted with windows and a charming blue exterior. A grand foyer invites you into the spacious floor plan. The formal dining room is ri...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2490192 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Charming, character-full Charleston home in the established Arlen Park section of Southern Village. As part of one of only two mixed-use communities in Chapel Hill, it ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2483709 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Custom one of a kind home, in Belmont Lake Preserve, golf course community, sitting on .55 acre lot. 4 bed/2.5 bath, 3285 sq. ft. Dramatic 2 story living room, gas log fi...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2483071 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
ONE-OF-A-KIND IN DESIRABLE SWEETWATER! Better than new 4BD/3.5BA home w/ BRAND NEW 4-season sunroom. The sunroom is filled with natural light, has its own HVAC & opens on...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2491273 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful, well-maintained and nearly new 4 bed/3.5 bath home on corner lot in popular Tuscaloosa Lakewood neighborhood. Charleston style with double front porches, hard...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2482287 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
LIVE, WORK & PLAY in sought after & SOLD OUT Sweetwater! Absolutely quaint and LIKE NEW, this 4 bed 3 1/2 bath home is the epitome of charm. White, bright gourmet kitche...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2486369 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The entertainers dream in an urban setting of Downtown Smithfield with a Charleston elevation, The Cameron is the true definition of Southern Hospitality. As you enter th...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2486082 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
McKee Homes presents the Brooks European floor plan with an open-concept living area. This home features stainless steel kitchen appliances, single basin under mount kitc...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2487909 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Only 2YR OLD home-New Const feel w/out the wait time in SOLD OUT Sweetwater! NEW Interior Custom Paint through out this 4BDRM/4BA Open layoutKITCHEN ISLAND w/Seating,QUAR...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2491073 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Beautiful quality, custom built, fresly painted home on 1 plus acre cul-de-sac wooded lot! Gracious, two-story family room w/lovely fireplace, beautiful wood floors....
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2492150 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Ready in early-2023: this "Glenmark" green-certified home is situated on a WOODED homesite in Chatham Park and built by locally-owned Homes By Dickerson. 1st level has op...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2417700 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
LIVE, WORK, and PLAY in the Villages of Apex. Unique and beautiful Charleston style home with an open floor plan. Engineered hardwoods welcome you in the living room and ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2492180 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Cornwallis Landing is now open for sales! One & Two Story Homes ranging from 2,000 to 4,300 square feet. Photos are representative of floorplan. Upgrades and finishes...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2466920 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this exquisite custom built corner ranch plan located in the highly desirable Chatham neighborhood at Flowers Plantation, a Gated community with a coastal livi...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2484506 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Designer options have been selected. ask about our promo of $20,000 to offset the cost! This spacious home has not one but two primary bedrooms on the main level. You hav...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2477203 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
CARROLL - covered front porch. Dining room in front, with coat closet. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances, microwave, gas range. Large Island with granite counter to...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2491881 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Great home in a popular community just south of downtown Raleigh. Kitchen w/ granite counters, stainless appliances and bar seating flows to equally bright living space w...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2490347 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Looking for that perfect RANCH plan w/bonus space for family and visitors?? Look no further! Our beautiful Avery plan boasts a grand foyer, 2 secondary BRs on 1st floor, ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2473047 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Nestled quietly on a corner lot, you'll find this gem situated in the highly desired subdivision of The Park at West Lake. This Charleston Charmer is the perfect escape f...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2484732 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The Hopscotch floor plan has a convenient and effortless footprint on the main floor. The only plan in this collection with the Primary Suite on the first level along wit...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2480485 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
The designer items need to be added! The structural items are done. Ask about the $20,000 promo to offset the cost of cabinets, flooring etc. The Jensen is an ideal home...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2476166 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This homes designer options can still be added. You can pick the counter tops, cabinets, appliance upgrades, flooring options and so much more. Ask about our $20,000 prom...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2477426 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Location! Location! Location! Beautiful homesite off of Taylor Road in the eclectic and colorful 9B section of Wendell Falls! This home boasts 3 bedrooms/2.5 baths and a ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2477030 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
**Pre-sale Opportunity!!** Come build your dream home in your dream neighborhood, Holding Village! Our popular Double Dutch floor plan doesn't spare any detail! This 3 be...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2461648 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Where US70 Business and Hwy42 East meet you’ll find Clayton’s newest in-town address – BUCKHORN BRANCH. Shopping, schools, employers and commuting arteries at your finger...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2474210 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This is a build to suit opportunity! Garman Homes Introduces the Azalea! An open floor plan with the kitchen & 10ft center island perfectly placed to cook & entertain. Th...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2480830 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome Home! Beautifully Crafted with Charleston Charm in the Historic District and Backs up to the Tar River Basin. No HOA! Close to Dining, Shopping & Easily Commutabl...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2475714 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome Home! Beautifully Crafted with Charleston Charm that's in the Historic District and Backs up to the Tar River Basin. No HOA! Close to Dining, Shopping & Easily Co...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2475708 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
You will not want to miss this BETTER than new home! Less than a year old and lives like a dream! Updates galore! NO CARPET!! Updated lighting package, updated kitchen fa...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2483042 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Style for style? Southern swagger prevails in this Charleston-inspired showplace with DOUBLE PORCHES in Clayton's newest in-town address - BUCKHORN BRANCH! Ultra-convenie...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2488363 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
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