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
13 Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 20021573 / Active
Exquisite, refined, one-of-a-kind: this waterfront estate in the coveted Crescent neighborhood just south of Charleston SC is a rare opportunity to...
Reduced -$5,000
7 Albemarle Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Albemarle Point
Residential
MLS# 21007477 / Active
With a private location, a deepwater dock and expansive views of Wappoo Creek and the Ashley River, this waterfront Charleston home exemplifies Low...
1323 S Edgewater Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Edgewater Park
Residential
MLS# 21009766 / Active
THE PORTICO COMPLIMENTS THE WATERFRONT LOCATION SITED ON ONE HALF ACRE OF BEAUTIFUL ENGLISH GARDENS. THE TWO STORY MAIN HOUSE IN ADDITION TO AN APA...
27 Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 21009428 / Active
Come and enjoy Lowcountry living in the historic Crescent neighborhood. Rare opportunity to buy a half acre lot in one of the most desirable neighb...
819 Colony Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Avondale
Residential
MLS# 21009066 / Active
This one-of-a-kind stunningly elegant and luxurious home in Charleston, SC is now available! Enjoy the ultimate in modern conveniences and sophist...
2239 Lazy River Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Parkdale
Residential
Welcome to 2239 Lazy River Drive. This true deepwater property is the definition of life here in the low country. It is extremely rare to find a ho...
1031 Terracotta Drive UNIT Lot 25
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 20024248 / Active
Southern Living at its best in Charleston's newest neighborhood, The Settlement at Ashley Hall. The Stewart plan has front and back porches, laundr...
Increase +$41,000
1039 Teracotta Dr UNIT Lot 23
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 21001719 / Active
The Pickett floor plans is perfect for the owner that wants the master down with plenty of open space to entertain. 2 bedrooms upstairs for guest /...
Increase +$35,000
3965 Ten Shillings Way Road
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 20024824 / Active
This is a custom build to your selections & specs. Price includes lot. Sought after one story home designed by Flat Fish Designs on a very RARE ...
Increase +$40,900
77 Rebellion Road
Charleston, SC 29407
South Windermere
Residential
MLS# 21009869 / Active
77 Rebellion Road presents a unique opportunity to enjoy marsh-front, single-story living on one of the most desirable streets in the highly sought...
Southport Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Ashley Harbor
Residential
MLS# 21006440 / Active
Gorgeous brand new home! Bright and open floorplan, large kitchen and family room bright with natural light. Generous master bedroom with serene pr...
2012 Ironstone Aly UNIT Lot 45
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 21004429 / Active
The Settlement at Ashley Hall is Charlestons Only Southern Living Ispired Community. The Beale plan has everything you need to enjoy the southern l...
Increase +$50,000
1032 Teracotta Dr UNIT Lot 36
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 21002240 / Active
Welcome to a Southern Living Inpsired Community located on the Historic Ashley River. The Heywood plan is drawn by the award winning AllisionRamsey...
Increase +$30,000
1422 N Edgewater Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Edgewater Park
Residential
MLS# 21002719 / Active
Fantastic opportunity in desirable Edgewater Park to purchase a large brick multi level 2 story home situated on nearly 3/4 of an acre which fronts...
Reduced -$27,500
1060 Avenue of Oaks
Charleston, SC 29407
Avenue of Oaks
Residential
MLS# 21008751 / Active
Come home to Avenue of Oaks in West Ashley, minutes to downtown and Avondale! The large brick front porch sits right under the branches of 100 year...
13 Colleton Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Byrnes Downs
Residential
MLS# 21006302 / Active
Originally built in the 1940's, this beautifully maintained cottage-style brick home sits on a quiet interior street in the highly desirable Byrnes...
2051 Marsh Flower Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Canterbury Woods
Residential
MLS# 20032983 / Active
Experience waterfront living at its finest in the heart of West Ashley! Situated on almost 1.5 acres on the expansive tidal creek, enjoy fishing, c...
Reduced -$10,000
12 Moore Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Westwood
Residential
MLS# 21008993 / Active
Fantastic brick cottage conveniently located in Westwood. Just minutes to downtown and walking distance to shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and...
23 Buckingham Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Parkshore
Residential
MLS# 21009921 / Active
Welcome to Parkshore1 conveniently located to Downtown Charleston, I26,shopping,medical facilities, and restaurants. This Beauty is located at the...
4234 Home Town Lane
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 21007507 / Active
True Charleston Style home with Modern Farmhouse details on a sought after private rear lot with large double porches in front & back. As you enter...
498 Albemarle Road UNIT #103
Charleston, SC 29407
Albemarle
Residential
MLS# 21006375 / Active
This truly exceptional townhome provides upscale, resort style living within walking distance to Ashley River, the West Ashley Greenway and multipl...
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