Listed 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Unique features
- Recently renovated
- Off street parking
- Updated kitchen
- Clawfoot tub
- Two large bedrooms
Location
5 Colonial St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA|Charlestowne
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Property Overview
Recently renovated with unique touches, updated kitchen, off-street parking, clawfoot tub, and two large bedrooms, the home combines character with practical features. It also stands out for strong value per square foot and easy access to nearby work, wellness, and social amenities, including natural light, green spaces, cultural venues, dining, and mixed-use destinations.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
Great for
Wellness
Work-from-home
Social life
Amenities for 5 Colonial St, Charlestowne
Features
| Electricity | Water |
Tech
| WiFi |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 5 Colonial St
This 3-story Colonial Revival house with Craftsman style features four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, a screened in back porch, and courtyard! On the first floor of the home you will find a spacious foyer, traditional dining room, living room, updated Kitchen and a half bathroom. The dining room has a large dining table to seat six and a bay window to look out to beautiful Colonial Street! The living room is just off the dining room and kitchen and is the perfect place to relax and watch a movie on the smart TV! The kitchen was recently updated and features custom cabinets, loads of storage and granite countertops. There is a small desk as well for all of your work from home needs! The large island houses an extra-deep sink and seating for a family of five. Appliances include a sub-zero refrigerator/freezer, Wolf 6-burner gas range, Bosch dishwasher, Samsung Microwave, and Dacor Warming Drawer. The back porch is screened and overlooks the garden. It can be accessed from the dining room and the kitchen, and has a comfortable sofa and chairs for you to relax and enjoy the beautiful Charleston weather! The second floor houses the master suite, laundry room, guest bedroom, and bath. The spacious master suite features a King size bed, walk in closet, and large en suite bathroom. The master bathroom features a clawfoot tub, double vanity, large marble and glass shower, and a separate toilet room. The laundry room is very spacious and has loads of cabinets for added storage. A small but handy feature, the pass-through from the master bath to the laundry allows you to drop your dirty laundry right into the laundry basket. The guest bedroom also features a King size bed and loads of natural light! The guest bath was recently renovated and features the original butler's pantry cabinetry from the first floor, and a large cultured-marble and glass shower. The top floor of the house includes two large bedrooms, and a bath with an original pedestal tub/shower. Each bedroom has a comfortable queen size bed. In one bedroom you will find a large desk and comfortable chair. This bedroom would double as the perfect home office! Off street parking is located in the driveway. In addition to the security deposit of one full month’s rent and monthly rent charges, you are required to pay a move out cleaning fee of $575 upon signing the lease agreement. * Please note that any bookings less than 90 days are subject to the City of Charleston's 10% accommodations tax. Tax is charged on the rental rate, cleaning fee, and pet fee (if applicable). * The Neighborhood: Colonial Street , located south of Broad Street and nestled between historic Tradd Street and beautiful Colonial Lake, is a quiet street just steps from Colonial Lake, Moultrie Playground, and the newly renovated battery on the Ashley River. The neighborhood was initially developed in the early 1920s by the owners of Anderson Lumber Company on land originally used for their lumber operations. The street features 19 homes with similar configurations. Each home has unique features and details, and most have a ''twin'' on the street. 5 Colonial's ''twin'' is 19 Colonial Street. Johnathan Poston's 1997 book ''The Buildings of Charleston: A Guide to the City's Architecture'' states ''The front facing gambrel roof at 19 Colonial Street nearly duplicates the roofline of the more sophisticated Shingle style dwelling at 5 Colonial Street with paired and triple windows, classical portico with ..
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5 Colonial St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 164 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Charlestowne |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 29401 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Charlestowne
4-bedroom apartments at 5 Colonial St cost about 30% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Charleston.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Charlestowne
Charleston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,414 |
| December 2024 | $3,871 |
| January 2025 | $4,071 |
| February 2025 | $4,156 |
| March 2025 | $4,345 |
| April 2025 | $4,265 |
| May 2025 | $4,120 |
| June 2025 | $4,247 |
| July 2025 | $5,331 |
| August 2025 | $3,996 |
| September 2025 | $4,284 |
| October 2025 | $5,407 |
| November 2025 | $5,013 |
| December 2025 | $4,836 |
| January 2026 | $5,307 |
| February 2026 | $5,041 |
| March 2026 | $5,200 |
| April 2026 | $3,521 |
| May 2026 | $3,371 |
| June 2026 | $3,484 |
| July 2026 | $3,434 |
| August 2026 | $3,529 |
| September 2026 | $3,792 |
| October 2026 | $3,633 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | $9,200 |
| February 2025 | $9,200 |
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Can I afford to live at 5 Colonial St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $10,000 |
Schools near 5 Colonial St
Memminger Elementary School
20 beaufain st
charleston, SC, 29401
PK, K-5Public
B-
Philip Simmons Elementary School
2095 seven sticks dr
wando, SC, 29492
PK, K-4Public
B+
Bowen's Corner Elementary
1173 williams ln
hanahan, SC, 29461
PK, K-5Public
B+
Carolina Park Elementary
3650 park avenue blvd
mt. pleasant, SC, 29466
PK, K-5Public
A
Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School
301 chandler creek rd
summerville, SC, 29485
PK, K-5Public
B+
Getting around Charleston near 5 Colonial St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5 Colonial St, Charleston
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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