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
2311 Tall Sail Drive UNIT #1107
Charleston, SC 29414
Seagate Condos
Residential
Great location with access to the Ashley River. This 3 BR, 3 BA 2nd floor condo features a pond view from the back porch and dining room. The galle...
Reduced -$10,000
202 Cache Court
Charleston, SC 29414
Bermuda Pointe Towns
Residential
HOME OWNERSHIP IS POSSIBLE! UP TO 10K IN DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO QUALIFY! Bermuda Pointe Towns offers home ownersh...
2334 Treescape Drive UNIT #2007
Charleston, SC 29414
Ashleytowne Village
Residential
Welcome to your dream home nestled in a prime location close to downtown amenities yet surrounded by nature's tranquility. This fully renovated hav...
2349 Tall Sail Drive UNIT 305e
Charleston, SC 29414
Seagate
Residential
Ground floor condo living at its finest! Convenient West Ashely location with access to the private pool and a dock facility. This two bedroom two ...
Increase +$100,000
302 Pickering Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Grand Oaks Plantation
Residential
Welcome to your serene oasis nestled in the heart of the Grand Oaks community. This charming ground-level condo offers the perfect blend of comfort...
415 Parkdale Drive UNIT E-8
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Cove
Residential
Welcome to this stunning townhouse boasting 3 bedrooms and everything brand new - from fresh paint to a renovated bathroom and all-new appliances. ...
Reduced -$10,000
2753 Jobee Drive UNIT #1003
Charleston, SC 29414
Ashleytowne Village
Residential
This condo is Move in Ready! Freshly painted and power washed, new fixtures, new kitchen countertops, new stove! A clean and comfortable rare 3 bed...
415 Parkdale Drive UNIT 2d
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Cove
Residential
Welcome to your new home - a charming upstairs condo flat, perfectly situated for both convenience and comfort. This beautiful space offers more th...
1508 Balsam Street
Charleston, SC 29407
Ardmore
Residential
Huge Opportunity to purchase this 2 Bedroom Bungalow located in the heart of West Ashley! This cute home features a formal living room, eat-in kitc...
415 Parkdale Drive UNIT 19f
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Cove
Residential
NEW hardwood floors and upgraded energy efficient windows! Close to the West Ashley Greenway and the new park being developed at the intersection o...
1784 Melody Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Pierpont
Residential
SHORT TERM RENTAL ALLOWED 365 DAYS A YEAR! ALSO SOME COMMERCIAL USES. A fully renovated house in West Ashley for under $300,000. YES! This Super Cu...
Reduced -$10,000
45 Sycamore Avenue UNIT #425
Charleston, SC 29407
Concord West Of The Ashley
Residential
Beautiful 1 bed 1 bath condo in the highly desired gated community of Concord West of the Ashley. Keyless entry. Freshly painted and new carpet thr...
Reduced -$15,000
2244 Ashley Crossing Drive UNIT #334
Charleston, SC 29414
Arboretum
Residential
Welcome to The Arboretum, a condo community walking distance to shopping and dining! This third floor condo's spacious open floorplan makes the mos...
Reduced -$1,000
45 Sycamore Avenue UNIT #1428
Charleston, SC 29407
Concord West Of The Ashley
Residential
Welcome to 45 Sycamore #1428, a charming abode nestled in the heart of Avondale, just a short 10-minute drive from the vibrant downtown charm of Ch...
650 Cornell Street UNIT D50
Charleston, SC 29407
Rivers Bend
Residential
Bright and cheerful downstairs end unit. Freshly painted inside. Tiled floors for easy maintenance. Brand new fridge, newer stove, vent hood, doubl...
415 Parkdale Drive UNIT 11b
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Cove
Residential
Nestled in the heart of West Ashley, this 2-bedroom condo offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Enjoy easy access to downtown Charlest...
1423 Ashley River Road UNIT 2d
Charleston, SC 29407
Pelican Cove
Residential
END UNIT!! Discover this immaculate and freshly updated condo/townhome, ideally positioned off Ashley River Road and just minutes from Downtown Cha...
2362 Parsonage Road UNIT 4e
Charleston, SC 29414
Parsonage Point
Residential
CASH or Private Mortgage funding only. Boaters and paddleboarders rejoice! Live next door to a tidal creek w/ a landing. Store your boat onsite (no...
Reduced -$20,000
2975 Dove Haven Court UNIT 1004/D
Charleston, SC 29414
Dovefield
Residential
Charming ground floor end unit condo, nestled within Charleston's desirable Dovefield subdivision. Offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms across 850 squa...
2925 Dove Haven Court UNIT #504
Charleston, SC 29414
Dovefield
Residential
Welcome to Dove Field!! This Highly desirable oasis has been completely updated with all new flooring through-out. New fixtures, completely remodel...
Reduced -$6,499
2362 Parsonage Road UNIT 10d
Charleston, SC 29414
Parsonage Point
Residential
Welcome to your beautifully finished home, a perfect canvas for your style. The neutral color scheme enhances natural light in each room and comple...
Reduced -$3,000