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$622,000

1640 Mcclain Street, Charleston SC 29407
Charleston, SC 29407
Listed by Lucy Boyle
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
N/A
Year built
1956

About this home

Welcome to 1640 McClain Street, where timeless Charleston charm meets beautifully renovated interiors, effortless entertaining, and an exceptional setting in West Ashley's desirable Wappoo Shores neighborhood. Perfectly positioned on an expansive .31-acre corner lot along a picturesque, tree-canopied street with marsh views just across the way, this charming single-story brick home offers an irresistible combination of character, comfort, and opportunity.Thoughtfully renovated in 2019-2020 and enhanced with additional improvements since, this move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence welcomes you with abundant natural light, an inviting open floor plan, and a beautifully designed interior that feels as functional as it is stylish.Welcome to 1640 McClain Street, where timeless Charleston charm meets beautifully renovated interiors, effortless entertaining, and an exceptional setting in West Ashley's desirable Wappoo Shores neighborhood. Perfectly positioned on an expansive .31-acre corner lot along a picturesque, tree-canopied street with marsh views just across the way, this charming single-story brick home offers an irresistible combination of character, comfort, and opportunity. Thoughtfully renovated in 2019-2020 and enhanced with additional improvements since, this move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence welcomes you with abundant natural light, an inviting open floor plan, and a beautifully designed interior that feels as functional as it is stylish. At the heart of the home is a stunning chef-inspired kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas range, gorgeous Brazilian rosewood countertops, an expansive center island, and newly installed pendant lighting. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the living and dining areas, where charming shiplap accents add warmth and character. Whether entertaining guests or enjoying everyday moments at home, this thoughtfully designed space is perfect for gathering. Just beyond the kitchen, step outside onto the spacious deck, a natural extension of the home's living space. Complete with an outdoor television and plenty of room for grilling and relaxing, it's the perfect setting for entertaining or enjoying a quiet evening outdoors. The outdoor possibilities are just as captivating as the home itself. Beautiful mature trees frame the property, while generous front and rear yards offer an extraordinary sense of space. With expansive yard areas on either side of the deck, envision creating your own backyard oasis with a sparkling pool, outdoor kitchen, or lush gardens. The oversized driveway provides ample parking, and the home's placement on the lot offers flexibility for future enhancements. Inside, the privately situated owner's suite occupies its own side of the home, comfortably accommodating a king-size bed and featuring an en-suite bathroom with a custom tiled shower, dual-sink vanity, and newly installed black and glass globe lighting. On the opposite side, two generously sized guest bedrooms can share a full hall bathroom with a garden tub and shower. Beyond its beautiful finishes, this home benefits from an extensive prior renovation that included major improvements to the roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, drywall, flooring, and much more. And then there's the location. Nestled in the highly sought-after Wappoo Shores neighborhood, you'll enjoy the peaceful charm of an established residential setting while remaining minutes from Charleston's best conveniences. Whole Foods, Harris Teeter, the West Ashley Greenway, and Avondale's beloved restaurants and boutiques are all nearby, with easy access to historic Downtown Charleston, and 10 minutes from MUSC, convenient to Charleston's islands & beaches, and also to Charleston International Airport. Beautifully renovated, exceptionally situated, and brimming with possibilities, 1640 McClain Street is more than a place to live. It's a place to gather, unwind, and truly feel at home. A rare opportunity to enjoy the very best of the Lowcountry lifestyle in a setting you'll fall in love with.

Property details

MLS
CHS Regional MLS
MLS #
26029396
Property type
Single Family Detached
Subdivision
Wappoo Shores
Status
Active
Days on market
N/A
On market date
October 28, 2026
Stories
1
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.31 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Montessori Community School
4.87 mi away · Grades -1-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
264
Student:teacher ratio
14.7:1
District
Charleston 01
Middle
Simmons Pinckney Middle
3.5 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.2
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: Unsatisfactory (2025)
Enrollment
262
Student:teacher ratio
10.1:1
District
Charleston 01
High
West Ashley High
4.75 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,840
Student:teacher ratio
16.1:1
District
Charleston 01

Walkability

Blended score for Charleston's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

68
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
13.7 / 20 -- Above average walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Charleston, from live MLS data.

On the market 0 days -- 70 fewer days than Charleston's current average of 70 days.
For reference, the median list price across 1,061 active listings in Charleston right now is $599,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$124,400 down
$497,600 loan
Principal & interest$3,227
Property tax (est.)$518
Home insurance (est.)$150

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