2601 S Allen Dr, North Charleston, SC, 29405
About This Home
Welcome to 2601 S Allen Drive, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage in the desirable Dorchester Terrace neighborhood of North Charleston. Blending timeless Lowcountry charm with stylish modern finishes, this home offers comfort, convenience, and character in one inviting package. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown Charleston and Park Circle, you'll enjoy easy access to popular dining, shopping, and entertainment. Inside, the bright open-concept floor plan features luxury vinyl plank flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dedicated dining space perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Thoughtful recent improvements, including a new roof, HVAC system, and tankless water heater, provide added efficiency and peace of mind.Outside, enjoy a spacious full front porch that invites you to relax with your morning coffee or unwind in the evening. The large fenced backyard and covered carport offer plenty of room for outdoor gatherings, gardening, and extra functionality. Conveniently located about 12 minutes from Charleston International Airport and Downtown Charleston, and only 22 minutes from Isle of Palms, this property is perfectly suited as a move-in-ready primary residence or an excellent investment opportunity with strong rental appeal.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling - Smooth,Formal Living
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: See Remarks
- Cooling features: Central Air,Other
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 700
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4690500167
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Lot size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: 0 - .5 Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport,Attached,Off Street
- Covered spaces: 1
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Earthquake
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Charleston County and South Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,187 | $14,244 |
| Home Insurance * | $151 | $1,812 |
| Property Taxes | $78 | $936 |
| Electricity | $204 | $2,449 |
| Total | $1,620 | $19,440 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
South Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Price change | $234,800 |
| 2026-04-30 | Price change | $234,900 |
| 2026-04-21 | Price change | $235,000 |
| 2026-04-01 | Price change | $239,000 |
| 2026-02-11 | Price change | $258,000 |
| 2026-01-13 | Price change | $259,000 |
| 2025-10-30 | Listed for sale | $264,500 |
| 2025-02-26 | Sold | $140,000 |
| 2020-12-15 | Sold | $74,500 |
| 2020-11-19 | Pending sale | $87,500 |
| 2020-11-19 | Contingent | $87,500 |
| 2020-11-16 | Listed for sale | $87,500 |
| 2019-03-12 | Listing removed | $815 |
| 2019-02-25 | Listed for rent | $815 |
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