CHARLESTON, SC – October 2023 – NAI Charleston is pleased to announce that The American College of the Building Arts has purchased a ±6,000 SF building located at 1084 King Street on ±0.32 AC for the expansion of the Blacksmithing Department.

Thomas Boulware, SIOR, CCIM of NAI Charleston represented the seller, 1804 King Street CHS, LLC. Drayton Calmes of Norvell Real Estate Group represented The American College of the Building Arts.

“It is wonderful to see The College of Building Arts expand its unique and valued presence on the peninsula of Charleston,” said Boulware. “Their expansion downtown guarantees continued excellence in craftsmanship and preservation."

“We are thrilled to be taking over 1084 King Street, the future home of our great Blacksmithing specialization,” said Chad Urban, the Chief Financial Officer of ACBA. “This program's expansion continues the wonderful tradition of Charleston ironwork. Our goal is to have the new facility ready for classes beginning August 2024. A special thanks to Professor Matthew Garton Jennifer Schuchart of First Horizon Bank Drayton Calmes of Novell Real Estate Group and our friends at Graybill Lansche & Vinzani, LLC who worked tirelessly to make the sale happen.”

For more information, contact Thomas Boulware, SIOR, CCIM at 843 270 9124 or [email protected].