west Ashley
West Ashley – or as it is more formally known, west of the Ashley River – is noted as the birthplace of Charleston as English colonists established the first permanent settlement in the Carolina colony there in 1670. Local Native Americans, particularly the Kiawah Indians, led the colonists from the ship Carolina to a suitable settling ground. It is thought they were especially welcomed by the Indians because the local natives feared constant raids by the slaving Westo Indians from Georgia and sought protection. The area where settlers first stepped ashore along the banks of the Ashley River has been preserved as a state historic site known as Charles Towne Landing which features Charleston's only zoo, beautiful gardens, and a reproduction seventeenth century sailing vessel among other historical and educational amenities. A few skirmishes took place there in the American Revolution, specifically at Rantowles Creek, where William Washington defeated cavalry forces under Banastre Tarleton, and at Old St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church during the 1780 Siege of Charleston.
Flanked by scenic rivers Ashley and Stono, ancient moss draped oak trees as well as the famed plantations, Magnolia, Drayton Hall and Middleton Place, West Ashley is also one of Charleston's oldest suburban residential areas. It is home to the quaint cottage like neighborhoods that were developed in the 1950s with even more growth occurring throughout the 1970s and 80s, as Interstate 526 (I-526) was built in the early 1980s and the Glenn McConnell Parkway was built in the 1990s to help alleviate traffic on the historic Ashley River Road corridor, the area saw explosive residential and commercial growth.
Today those cottages and ranch homes are a very desirable commodity as West Ashley's proximity to downtown Charleston coupled with the recent growth and newer home builds, are an attractive alternative to living on the peninsula. As the newer restaurants, brewery's and shopping in the Avondale area continue to grow so does West Ashley's desirability.
west ashley Listings
1144 Saltwater Circle
Johns Island, SC 29455
Cordgrass Landing
Residential
This two-story 4 bedroom Julian home has double side porches facing the openess of a corner homesite. It has three bedrooms and two-and-one-half ba...
Reduced -$4,000
211 Collingwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29407
Ashley Forest
Residential
Adorable renovated home in highly sought after Ashley Forest! Amazing location! Minutes to downtown. You can walk to all Avondale has to offer! Ren...
716 Orleans Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Dupont
Residential
Renovated House in excellent condition. Also would be ideal for Commercial Business Location. Located in a High-Traffic Area, Conveniently Close to...
1004 Saltwater Circle
Johns Island, SC 29455
Cordgrass Landing
Residential
This two-story Palmer home is situated on a corner homesite with no neighbors on either side. Charleston charm with double porches. Three bedrooms ...
1611 Pleasant Hill Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
The saying goes, the three most important things about a home are location location location, but that's history, like Aqua Net hairspray and Glamo...
Reduced -$5,000
3024 Conservancy Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
Welcome to this radiant home in highly desirable Carolina Bay, a premier community situated in West Ashley. This stunning 5-bedroom, 3 full bath ho...
Reduced -$6,000
1336 S Sherwood Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
West Oak Forest
Residential
*Back to market, no fault to sellers!*New PEX plumbing throughout whole house.Welcome to 1336 S Sherwood Drive. This beautiful property is located ...
Reduced -$20,000
1541 Gator
Charleston, SC 29414
Hunt Club
Residential
Welcome to Hunt Club, one of the most sought-after areas in West Ashley. This elevated and spacious home offers a large bedroom and bath on the low...
Reduced -$10,000
846 Locksley Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Sherwood Forest
Residential
If you've been looking for a house hack, here is your chance! There are two houses on this central West Ashley lot. Where else can you find move in...
Reduced -$50,000
317 Whispering Cypress Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Grand Oaks Plantation
Residential
Welcome to 317 Whispering Cypress, in the well-established Grand Oaks neighborhood of West Ashley! This property has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and...
498 Albemarle Road UNIT #206
Charleston, SC 29407
Albemarle
Residential
Welcome to this luxury end unit condominium at The Albemarle. This property is ideally situated less than one mile from downtown Charleston and jus...
1114 Barrett Road
Charleston, SC 29407
East Oak Forest
Residential
This is a newly renovated home well located in highly desirable East Oak Forest Subdivision. You can literally walk on a shaded, tree lined sidewal...
Reduced -$4,000
2820 Conservancy Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
Welcome home to 2820 Conservancy Ln, located in the desirable Carolina Bay. This home features an open floor plan designed for entertaining with ma...
Reduced -$500
1013 Orleans Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Orleans Woods
Residential
Step into luxury and convenience with this meticulously renovated home in the heart of Orleans Woods. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a bra...
1619 Roustabout Way
Charleston, SC 29414
Boltons Landing
Residential
Welcome to 1619 Roustabout Way! This beautiful home's open floor concept is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen features a large island and spaci...
1331 Orange Grove Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Charlestowne Est
Residential
Welcome to a delightful home that boasts a plethora of appealing attributes. Step in to discover a draped neutral color paint scheme that creates a...
Reduced -$10,000
3102 Sanders Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Sanders
Residential
Nice new construction house recently completed on a large lot located on the back side of Carolina Bay on Sanders Road. Sanders Road goes from Bees...
1210 White Tail Path
Charleston, SC 29414
Hunt Club
Residential
Located in sought after Hunt Club and directly across from a beautiful neighborhood pond sits 1210 White Tail Path. As you enter the home you are g...
Reduced -$15,000
533 Saint Andrews Boulevard
Charleston, SC 29407
Moreland
Residential
Welcome to the charming Moreland neighborhood in West Ashley. Walkable to area dining and shopping in Avondale. 5 Minutes to downtown Charleston, 1...
2168 Church Creek Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Springfield
Residential
Well built and maintained home on Church Creek with small boat access to the Ashley River and open water. Jump in the hot tub and admire the great ...
Reduced -$50,000
16 Anita Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Magnolia
Residential
Welcome to one of the most sought after locations in Charleston! Step inside 16 Anita ..a charming, renovated cottage home with an open floor plan ...