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- Folly Beach, SC Real Estate | Folly Beach - Residential Property

$2,950,000 | 3 beds | 2 full baths | N/A half baths | 1,474 sqft

$2,950,000 Reduced -$450,000
712 W Ashley Avenue
Folly Beach, SC 29439
  • 3Beds
  • 2Full Baths
  • N/AHalf Baths
  • 1,474SqFt
  • 1935Year Built
  • 0.48Acres
  • MLS# 24014279
  • Residential
  • Single Family Detached
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market3 months, 2 days
  • AreaFolly Beach
  • CountyCharleston
  • SubdivisionNone

Overview

Preservation Opportunity at the Edge of America - Folly Beach, SC. Welcome to the ''Porgy House,'' a historic gem on Folly Beach, SC. Built in 1933, this summer cottage belonged to Dubose and Dorothy Heyward and was a retreat for many notable friends, including George Gershwin in 1934. It was here that Gershwin fell in love with Dubose and Dorothy's novel and play ''Porgy,'' which inspired the creation of the legendary American opera ''Porgy and Bess.''The Porgy House offers a unique, museum-like glimpse into the 1930s life of Folly Beach. The home has been meticulously preserved, with necessary repairs made in the original style. Featuring an all-wood interior with wooden ceilings, walls, and floors, the house spans approximately 1,600 square feet over two stories.Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms flanking a full bathroom and a spacious living area that opens onto a sleeper's porch with a two-sided fireplace through two sets of double doors. Downstairs, there is another bedroom, a living room, a dine-in kitchen, a second bathroom, and a screened porch off the kitchen. Adding to the home's charm is a writer's booth at the back of the property, where both Dubose and Dorothy Heyward found inspiration. The home sits on approximately half an acre, just across the street from the ocean, surrounded by magnificent live oak and palm trees, offering plenty of privacy. This historic home will be sold with a preservation easement, seeking a dedicated ""Porgy and Bess"" enthusiast to become the next steward of this slice of history.



Agriculture / Farm

Grazing Permits Forest Service:  No

Grazing Permits Private:  No

Grazing Permits Blm:  No

Horse:  No

Farm Credit Service Incl:  No

Association Fees / Info

Bathroom Info

Fullbaths:  2

Building Info

Levels:  Two

Year Built:  1935

Floors:  Wood

Business Info

Rent Control:  No

Buyer Compensation

Exterior Features

Fencing:  Fence - Wooden Enclosed

Misc Ext:  Screened

Pool Private:  No

Style:  Traditional

Garage / Parking

Gar Pkg:  Attached, Off Street

Garage:  No

Attached Garage:  No

Green / Env Info

Interior Features

Desclocation:  One

Interior Features:  Eat-in Kitchen

Fireplace:  Yes

Num Fireplaces:  1

Lot Info

Lot Size:  0.48

Lot Desc:  0 - .5 Acre

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Acres:  0.48

Lot Sqft:  20908.8

Irrigation Water Rights:  No

Offer Compensation

Other

Mobile Home Remains:  No

Property Info

Property Type:  A

Stories:  2

Foundation:  Raised

Exterior:  Wood Siding

New Construction:  No

Roof:  Asphalt

Property Subtype:  No

Building Area Units:  Square Feet

View:  No

Home Warranty:  No

Habitable Residence:  No

Room Info

Beds:  3

Room Master Bedroom Level:  Upper

Sale / Lease Info

Lease Renewal Option:  No

Lease Considered:  No

Lease Assignable:  No

Special Features

Sqft Info

Sqft:  1474

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Utilities:  City of Folly Beach, Dominion Energy

Heating:  Yes

Heat:  Electric, Heat Pump

Water Sewer:  Septic Tank

Cooling:  Central Air

Cooling:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  No

Schools

Elem:  James Island

Middle:  Camp Road

High:  James Island Charter

Directions

From Folly Road: Turn Right Onto West Ashley Ave. 712 W Ashley Will Be On The Right.

Courtesy of listing office Dunes Properties of Chas Inc 

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Price & Status History (on heatherlord.com since Wed, Jun 5th 2024)
  • Original Price: $3,400,000
  • Current Price: $2,950,000
  • Price Reduced: $450,000
Date ChangedFromTo
09/03/2024$3,400,000 $2,950,000 Reduced by $450,000

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