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Alternatives to Dockside Condos For Sale in Charleston, SC

Looking for a luxury condo for sale in downtown Charleston, SC?

Dockside Condominiums has historically been one of Charleston’s most recognized waterfront buildings. However, due to recent developments, DHM is no longer selling Dockside Condos. But don't worry, buyers seeking similar waterfront or downtown condominium lifestyles have a plethora of other strong alternatives. 

While downtown Charleston is best known for its iconic historic estates, it’s also home to a number of luxury condominiums. For buyers who want a downtown presence without the ongoing maintenance demands of a historic house, a condominium can be an ideal alternative. Downtown Charleston condos represent a distinct segment of the local real estate market, offering a blend of walkability, historic surroundings, and low-maintenance ownership. From thoughtfully adapted historic buildings to waterfront residences, and from modern mid-rises to boutique buildings tucked within Charleston’s most established neighborhoods, purchasing a downtown condo requires an understanding of building-specific values, homeowners associations, resale considerations, and long-term market performance.

DHM’s expertise extends seamlessly into the luxury condominium market. Our agents include residents and owners within several of Charleston’s most prominent buildings, providing clients with insider insight into HOA solvency, upcoming assessments, building culture, and floor-plan nuances—details that rarely appear on a standard MLS listing. We help buyers identify buildings that strike the right balance of location, amenities, and long-term value.

Whether you are looking for your primary residence, a lock-and-leave pied-à-terre, or an investment property, DHM provides informed guidance tailored to each building, location, and buyer profile. Our agents consistently work with buyers and sellers across Charleston’s most sought-after condominium communities. Our portfolio includes transactions in the following premier buildings:

 

DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON LUXURY CONDOMINIUM GUIDE

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Ashley House

14 Lockwood Drive
Harleston Village

Positioned on the western edge of the peninsula in the Ashley River corridor, this 13-story building is adjacent to Alberta Long Park and Lake and across Lockwood Drive from the Charleston Yacht Club and marinas. It's 137 units  offer convenient access to downtown Charleston, the Medical District, Brittlebank Park, West Ashley, and major roadways.

AMENITIES
• Surface parking lot for residents and visitors
• 24-hour security
• Laundry facilities

Baker House

55 Ashley Avenue
Harleston Village

Overlooking Colonial Lake, Baker House was constructed as Baker Hospital in 1912 and converted to condos in 1983. Its residences retain tall ceilings, large windows, and classic architectural elements, set in a very walkable part of downtown Charleston. The location is ideal for outdoor and fitness enthusiasts, directly across from Colonial Lake’s park, gardens, and walking/jogging paths. Right behind the building is Moultrie Playground, with public tennis, pickle ball, and basketball courts, as well as a playground, and batting cages.

AMENITIES
• Gated surface parking lot
• Bicycle storage and general storage buildings

Berkeley Court

63 Rutledge Avenue
Harleston Village

Originally an early apartment building, Berkeley Court was designed and constructed in 1922 by the same team as the Fort Sumter Hotel, and later converted to condos. It's Italian Villa style is striking, while its location directly across from Colonial Lake make the efficiency, studio, and one-bedroom condos highly desirable.

AMENITIES
• Secure entry
• Laundry facilities
• Bicycle storage and general storage available

The Bristol

3000 Old Bridgeview Lane
Harleston Village

The only condo building in Charleston with private access to a marina on the Ashley River, The Bristol is also just a walk across the street from WestEdge's shops, restaurants, spa, and Publix Supermarket. It's next door to Brittlebank Park and just down the road from Joseph P. Riley Park. Walk or bike to downtown schools and hospitals including MUSC, Roper, the VA, the College of Charleston, and The Citadel. Easy access to Highway 17 and the James Island Connector leaves you just minutes from everywhere. The 54 units enjoy an amazing array of amenities.

AMENITIES
• Private 150-slip deep water dock
• Salt water pool overlooking the Ashley River
• State-of-the-art gym with locker rooms
• Garage
• Club room
• Meeting rooms
• Library
• Caterer’s kitchen
• Coffee station
• Green space
• Storage units for each condo, plus bike, canoe/kayak, small boat storage
• Golf cart
• Gated entry
• 24-hour security
• On-site building supervisor
• Concierge
• In-house dry cleaning drop off

3 Chisolm Street

South of Broad

Another example of adaptive reuse is found in the former Murray Vocational School. The neoclassical school building and its gym now comprise 26 refined residences with striking original large-scale windows. It’s tucked far enough from the bustling part of the city for easy living, yet close enough for access by foot or bicycle to everything Charleston has to offer. Walk your dog or play sports right across the street in the “Horse Lot.” A short walk or bike ride will take you to the Battery, Colonial Lake, and Moultrie Park. You’re also in close proximity to hospitals, the College of Charleston, The Citadel, MUSC, Charleston School of Law, the City Marina, and numerous shops and restaurants.

AMENITIES
• Shared courtyard
• Deeded parking

One Cool Blow

One Cool Blow Street
NoMo

One Cool Blow consists of 5 contemporary LEED-Certified buildings with a mix of businesses on the ground level and industrial-chic residences above. Units have exposed concrete wqalls, hight ceilings, and large windows. Singleton Parks is nextdoor. 

AMENITIES
• Landscaped courtyard with waterfall
• Green roof with patio
• Secured gated entrance
• Parking garage

Crafts House

67 Legare Street
Harleston Village

Originally built in the 1880s as a school and converted to condos in the 1980s, this Gothic Revival building has 31 units in various sizes set in a beautiful park-like landscaped garden. It's just steps away from Broad Street and King Street, with views of St. Michael's, St. Phillip's, and St. John’s Church steeples.

AMENITIES
• Garden with outdoor dining area and gas grill
• Gated parking lot

The Gadsden

5 Gadsdenboro Street
Ansonborough

One of the newer luxury condominium buildings in downtown Charleston, the Gadsden offer 76 units with stylish open floor plans with modern appointments. It’s well-loved for its lavish amenities as well as its location across from Gadsdenboro Park, within walking distance to the South Carolina Aquarium, Liberty Square, Charleston Maritime Center, and Fort Sumter boat tours.

AMENITIES
• Rooftop pool and sundeck with outdoor kitchen and fire pits
• Club room
• On-site property manager and concierge
• State-of-the-art fitness center
• Pet wash station
• Secure parking
• Bicycle storage

Laurens Place

2 Wharfside Street
Ansonborough

A newer upscale waterfront private community on Charleston Harbor. Residents enjoy water views of the Ravenel Bridge, Cooper River, Fort Sumter, and Patriots Point, along with lush landscaping. Units in this 5-story contemporary mid-rise have 10' ceilings and private balconies. It neighbors the Charleston Maritime Center and the International African American Museum.

AMENITIES
• Gated Community
• On-site building supervisor 
• ated parking garage
• Marina with boat slips available

People's Building

18 Broad Street
South of Broad

Located at the corner of Broad and East Bay Streets, this Neoclassical masterpiece was Charleston’s first “skyscraper” when it opened in 1911. The 8 stories include a spectacular marble foyer with commercial spaces on the first 4 floors and residences above, culminating in a spectacular 2-story penthouse with rooftop garden. Condos are known for expansive window lines and panoramic views encompassing Charleston Harbor, church steeples, and the peninsula rooftops. Its location is within immediate walking distance of art galleries, dining, waterfront parks, and historic institutions.

AMENITIES
• Secure elevator and lobby access with private coded floor entry
• Deeded storage areas
• Off-street parking

One Vendue Range

32 & 36 Prioleau Street
French Quarter

There are 49 residences in the One Vendue Range regime, which includes 32 and 36 Prioleau Street, plus a penthouse over the city art gallery. Its timeless classic architecture is intended to blend into Charleston’s history “with old brick and stucco, classic proportions, large windows, and ornamental ironwork.” All structures sit directly along Waterfront Park, with views of Charleston Harbor and the Cooper River. This award-winning public greenspace provides over 10 acres of waterfront access with pathways benches, gardens, a pier, and picnic areas, crowned by the iconic Pineapple Fountain.

AMENITIES
• Rooftop terrace with Charleston Harbor views
• On-site concierge
• Secure garage parking
• Additional storage available

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