Hampton Park Terrace


About Hampton Park Terrace

Hampton Park Terrace exudes a dynamic sort of tranquility. While the southern, Charleston peninsula throws entertaining events and plays host to a number of shops and restaurants, Hampton Park Terrace highlights a quieter lifestyle centered around open parks. This charismatic neighborhood loves to stay local and prides itself on being a tight-knit community.


With sidewalks lining the streets and connecting homes, you can tell why Hampton Park Terrace residents have a pedestrian-friendly attitude (you’ll get your fair-share of “hello’s” while walking). Plus, an easy stroll will put you at the doorstep of tucked-away restaurants, like Harold’s Cabin and Twenty-Six Divine.


If you’re looking for a neighborhood that is laid-back, walkable, and sports a quiet vibe, then this is where you should start your real estate search.


Location and Neighborhood Borders

Hampton Park Terrace is bordered by Hampton Park, Citadel University, and the communities of Wagener Terrace, Westside, and North Central. Neighborhood street borders include: Moultrie Street (north border), Congress Street (south border), Rutledge Avenue (east border), and Hagood Avenue (west border).


Hampton Park Terrace Real Estate

Most of its houses were built between 1912 and 1925. Popular magazines had created a sense of American architecture for the middle-class, and Hampton Park Terrace followed those trends.  Foursquares are the most common form, but Spanish-colonial homes, bungalows, and other styles can all be found. The 1912 master plan required all houses to cost at least $1,800, but today most homes are in the $400,000 to $1,000,000 range. Un-restored houses may still be had for less but you will require a locals help!


Benefits of Hampton Park Terrace Architecture

Architecture in Hampton Park Terrace is centered around foursquare and bungalow floor-plans. These styles blend simple designs with handcrafted artistry -- which is why each home contains its own character and individuality. So, if you’re looking to avoid any cookie-cutter home designs, this is the neighborhood to look in.


Inside, many of the homes feature built-in furniture. This creates a sense of unity throughout the rooms and uses the space economically (meaning you have more room to stretch your feet). Many of the homes were built from natural materials, such as wood, stone, and brick. These elements bridge the natural outdoors with a casual, laid-back lifestyle that loves to feel connected with the outside (and not locked away in small, boxy rooms commonly found in Victorian-style homes of downtown Charleston).


Hampton Park Terrace homes also feature large, welcoming porches. This provides ample space to sit outside, enjoy the weather, read a book, or just admire the setting. Many of the homes face one of two parks: Allan Park or Hampton Park. Each area is a great space for kids to play or to walk a dog.


History of Hampton Park Terrace

Hampton Park Terrace is less than three miles from Charleston’s famous Battery. In 1901 the Navy located its new shipyard just north of the city, and an international trade exposition opened on the grounds of the old Washington Race Course to promote Charleston’s commercial potential. Trolley lines were extended to the upper peninsula, and development edged north.


Meanwhile, Americans were looking to leave crowded urban centers to pursue new ideas of clean, modern, suburban comfort. Lured by promises of convenience, gracious sidewalks and streetlights, and freedom from the flooding that plagued the lower peninsula; the city’s business executives and upper-middle class began buying or building homes in Hampton Park Terrace.


The neighborhood first drew those looking to escape urban life, but the last ten years have brought residents eager to return to urban life. The real estate boom of the early 2000s increased the threat to one of Charleston’s least appreciated historic areas. Although the neighborhood was added to the National Register in 1997, Charleston can be jaded about 20th century architecture because of the number of well-preserved 18th and 19th century buildings on the lower peninsula, and a neighborhood request for more architectural protection has languished in City Hall. Luckily, preservation-minded do-it-yourselfers have outnumbered house flippers.


The new residents are just the last in a string of demographic reinventions. Neighbors range from twenty somethings with children to retired Shipyard workers, teachers, hipster ukulele band players, and lawyers. My favorite patriarch and neighbor is Mr. Carl T. Boone who at 98 years of age and is always willing to share a few minutes of wisdom with me! (update - sadly Carl passed way June 4th 2017 at 99 years of age - he will be missed by many)

The area has an active neighborhood association which hosts coffee and donut socials, and plans other family friendly events in Allan Park. including a free concert series each year that attracts hundreds of people. 


HPT celebrated its 100th birthday in 2012 with many homes being adorned with a plaque designating their historic status. Hampton Park Terrace is easily South Carolina’s best old house neighborhood and should be highlighted as such.


Things to Do around Hampton Park Terrace

Located minutes from the heart of Charleston and with fast access to outlying communities, such as Mount Pleasant, Folly Beach, and West Ashley, Hampton Park Terrace offers plenty of things to do (and a variety at that).


If you love watching sports, you can catch a Riverdogs baseball game or a Citadel University football game on Lockwood Drive, which is 2 minutes away from Hampton Park Terrace. If you enjoy basketball, you can always hop over to the College of Charleston during their regular season.


Foodies can take their pick among a number of 5-star rated restaurants. If you want some local, creative fare, jump over to Harold’s Cabin. You might even see Bill Murray there, since he owns part of the establishment. If you love oysters and fried chicken, Leon’s is just down the block on King Street. Huriyali, Little Jacks Tavern, Melfis The Park Cafe, and Moe’s Crosstown Tavern are definitely places you should try as well.


Lastly, take a stroll in Hampton Park. It’s over a mile long and features plenty of open spaces for picnics, exercising, and fun sports games. It’s also great for a leisurely walk, if you need to get ‘outside of the city.’


Buying a Home in Hampton Park Terrace

If you’d like to learn more about Hampton Park Terrace and the surrounding communities, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be more than happy to discuss whether this neighborhood is the right fit for your home dreams.


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51 Photos 458 Huger Street Charleston, SC 29403

458 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential

MLS# 24006384 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1416 Sqft

One of Charleston's best kept secrets is not only Hampton Park, but also the exclusive enclave of Hampton Park Terrace, a nationally recognized His... 

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$1,250,000
Provided courtesy of Maison Real Estate
53 Photos 5 Sutherland Court Charleston, SC 29403

5 Sutherland Court
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 24003566 / Active Contingent
3 br, 2 ba, 2157 Sqft

Quietly tucked away in the heart of Hampton Park Terrace, you'll find this truly one of a kind gem, 5 Sutherland Court. Located a half block from H... 

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$1,395,000
Provided courtesy of The Boulevard Company, LLC
37 Photos 308 President Street Charleston, SC 29403

308 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 24003138 / Active Contingent
3 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1566 Sqft

Amazing location! Two blocks from Hampton Park and mere steps to Harold's Cabin and the Citadel, this home has been thoughtfully and painstakingly ... 

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$1,199,999
Reduced -$100,000
Provided courtesy of The Boulevard Company, LLC
1 Photos Sold 11 Wesson Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

11 Wesson Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 24002857 / Sold
4 br, 2 ba, 2317 Sqft

This enchanting residence, circa 1915, nestled in Hampton Park Terrace, is a testament to timeless elegance. The home features inlaid floors, coffe... 

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Sold Price: $1,295,000
Provided courtesy of The Exchange Company, LLC
1 Photos Sold 18 Kenilworth Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

18 Kenilworth Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 24001122 / Sold
3 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2429 Sqft

Just one house in from beautiful Hampton Park, this classic Craftsman home is set on one of the largest and widest lots in the neighborhood. The la... 

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Sold Price: $1,900,000
Provided courtesy of William Means Real Estate, LLC
1 Photos Sold 6 Elmwood Street Charleston, SC 29403

6 Elmwood Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23025748 / Sold
4 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2104 Sqft

Welcome to 6 Elmwood, a 2014 Carolopolis award-winning home on the NationalRegister of Historic Places, in highly sought after Hampton Park Terrace... 

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Sold Price: $1,750,000
Provided courtesy of Healthy Realty LLC
1 Photos Sold 360 Grove Street Charleston, SC 29403

360 Grove Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential

MLS# 23014889 / Sold
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2262 Sqft

Entered for Comp Purposes only. Home was sold Off Market. AS IS SALE. Property needed updating. 

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Sold Price: $800,000
Provided courtesy of Marshall Walker Real Estate
1 Photos Sold 550 Huger Street Charleston, SC 29403

550 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23014001 / Sold
4 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2531 Sqft

This beautiful Hampton Park Terrace home was crafted in 1920 and has been impeccably renovated with modern living in mind. Bluestone front steps le... 

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Sold Price: $1,740,000
Provided courtesy of William Means Real Estate, LLC
1 Photos Sold 530 Huger Street Charleston, SC 29403

530 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23013726 / Sold
3 br, 1 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1990 Sqft

Welcome home to 530 Huger Street, a traditional four-square style home with a large bay window and full front porch. Built in approximately 1915, t... 

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Sold Price: $1,055,000
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1 Photos Sold 293 President Street Charleston, SC 29403

293 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23009410 / Sold
3 br, 1 ba, 1456 Sqft

**Charming FourSquare Cottage in marvelous location* Walk to City tennis courts, Burke, Hampton Park, Harold's Cabin, Citadel...5 mins to dntown, W... 

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Sold Price: $550,000
Provided courtesy of Owen G Meislin Real Estate
1 Photos Sold 294 Congress Street Charleston, SC 29403

294 Congress Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential

MLS# 23005094 / Sold
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2326 Sqft

Ideally located in the immensely coveted Hampton Park neighborhood on the Upper Peninsula of Downtown Charleston, this renovated 1920's bungalow se... 

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Sold Price: $1,252,500
Provided courtesy of The Exchange Company, LLC
1 Photos Sold 315 Ashley Avenue UNIT A Charleston, SC 29403

315 Ashley Avenue UNIT A
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23006777 / Sold
4 br, 4 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2550 Sqft

Top of the line Unit A in the heart of the desirable West side downtown Charleston fully leased at $6,000.00 per month ($72,000 GRI). Just minutes ... 

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Sold Price: $875,000
Provided courtesy of NextHome The Agency Group
1 Photos Sold 27 Parkwood Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

27 Parkwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23003692 / Sold
4 br, 3 ba, 2613 Sqft

Currently under renovation construction! We are pleased to offer 27 Parkwood Ave as a 4 bed 3 bath home with an additional loft on the 3rd floor. ... 

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Sold Price: $1,594,000
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1 Photos Sold 32 Parkwood Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

32 Parkwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23003686 / Sold
3 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2255 Sqft

Currently under construction for renovations! We are pleased to offer 32 Parkwood Avenue as a 3 bed / 3.5 bath home to be completed in approximatel... 

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Sold Price: $1,503,200
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1 Photos Sold 545 Huger Street Charleston, SC 29403

545 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23003341 / Sold
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3188 Sqft

Welcome home to 545 Huger Street! Don't miss this rare opportunity to live in one of the Upper Peninsula's most sought after neighborhoods, Hampton... 

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Sold Price: $1,750,000
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1 Photos Sold 513 Huger Street Charleston, SC 29403

513 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 23002616 / Sold
4 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2909 Sqft

Total renovation on historic home, including 1000sf addition to add formal living and proper primary suite. Taken down to studs. 

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Sold Price: $1,500,000
Provided courtesy of Smith Spencer Real Estate
1 Photos Sold 257 Congress Street Charleston, SC 29403

257 Congress Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential

MLS# 23002439 / Sold
4 br, 3 ba, 2193 Sqft

Located in the highly desirable Hampton Park neighborhood in Downtown Charleston, this corner lot showcase combines an impeccable blend of modern a... 

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Sold Price: $1,395,000
Provided courtesy of The Exchange Company, LLC
1 Photos Sold 71 Moultrie Street Charleston, SC 29403

71 Moultrie Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 22024773 / Sold
4 br, 4 ba, 1 Half Bath, 3127 Sqft

Traditional Charleston meets modern design is what you will find in this newly refined Hampton Park home. Renewed to the highest quality, this pro... 

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Sold Price: $2,493,268
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1 Photos Sold 27 Parkwood Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

27 Parkwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 22017666 / Sold
3 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2377 Sqft

Welcome home to 27 Parkwood Avenue; a traditional 4 Square style home with a large bay widow and full front porch.Built in approximately 1914, this... 

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Sold Price: $940,000
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1 Photos Sold 32 Parkwood Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

32 Parkwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 22017489 / Sold
3 br, 1 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1985 Sqft

Welcome home to 32 Parkwood Avenue; a traditional 4 Square, with Queen Anne influence. Built in approximately 1920, this wonderful upper peninsula... 

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Sold Price: $825,000
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1 Photos Sold 390 Ashley Avenue Charleston, SC 29403

390 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential

MLS# 22016463 / Sold
3 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2653 Sqft

Welcome Home to 390 Ashley Avenue; a circa 1918 Queen Ann Style home, stately situated on easily one of the best corners in Hampton Park Terrace.Pl... 

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Sold Price: $1,400,000
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