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
1185 Hughes Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
Residential
MLS# 21016095 / Active
Rare opportunity to purchase a combination of acreage and a custom, up to date, home and amenities within this close proximity to downtown Charlest...
Reduced -$250,000
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 -$100,000
9 Guerard Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 21029714 / Active
Situated on a notably large corner lot in the highly desirable Crescent neighborhood, 9 Guerard Road is a true gem. This home was built in 1955 and...
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...
Reduced -$100,000
29 Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 21021261 / Active
Great brick home in one of the finest neighborhoods west of the Ashley River. The Crescent is one of the closest areas to Downtown Charleston, Port...
Reduced -$200,000
3990 Ten Shillings Way
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 21030469 / Active
Rare opportunity to own a New Luxury Home on a large .68 acre wooded lot in the sought after gated section of Poplar Grove. Charleston Low Country...
289 Confederate Circle
Charleston, SC 29407
South Windermere
Residential
MLS# 21027377 / Active
Gorgeous newly renovated home in sought after Confederate Circle. Currently, in the ''punch-list'' stage of an almost complete renovation. Tax reco...
1023 Teracotta Dr UNIT Lot 27
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 21014480 / Active
Designed by award winning Allison Ramsey this plan offers 5 bedrooms/ 4 full baths and a bonus room. Lot 27 has plenty of room for a large yard wit...
Increase +$39,000
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 +$15,000
3012 Amethyst Aly/ Lot
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 21012880 / Active
Get your own piece of downtown Charleston with the Barclay. A home designed to capture the views of The Settlement at Ashley Hall. This home is ove...
Reduced -$51,000
1872 Capri Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Capri Isles
Residential
MLS# 21030963 / Active
FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO OWN IN THE GORGEOUS CAPRI ISLE COMMUNITY. With easy access to eateries, grocery stores and minutes to downtown Charleston ...
4 Ashdale Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Avondale
Residential
MLS# 21031130 / Active
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Welcome Home to this Completely Renovated 3BR/2BA Ranch with a Flexible 4th Bedroom in the Highly Popular Community o...
3722 Apiary Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Laurel Oak
Residential
MLS# 21031055 / Active
Under Construction Estimated Completion Spring 2022. The Kensley's inviting foyer opens to a spacious open concept floor plan with views of the din...
47 Chadwick Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
South Windermere
Residential
MLS# 21029286 / Active
Brick Ranch in Desirable South Windermere Neighborhood. 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, Large Living and Dining Rooms, Cozy Family Room with Access to the Ba...
3184 Winners Circle
Charleston, SC 29414
Hickory Farms
Residential
MLS# 21012510 / Active
Welcome home to Hickory Farms! This sought after neighborhood offers a unique country setting while offering all the best of being close to the cit...
Reduced -$10,000
1073 Shipton Court
Charleston, SC 29414
Hunt Club
Residential
MLS# 21029973 / Active
Come view this gorgeous two-story traditional home situated on one of the largest and most beautiful lots in the neighborhood! This home is located...
1007 Avenue of Oaks
Charleston, SC 29407
Avenue of Oaks
Residential
MLS# 21018762 / Active
Discover the intimate community deep on the banks of the Ashley River, beneath the shade of protected 100-year-old live oaks. Live alongside osprey...
Increase +$2,000
3714 Apiary Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Laurel Oak
Residential
MLS# 21031056 / Active
Under construction, estimated Spring 2022 completion! Featuring a sun-soaked entry, this home design is bright and airy. A versatile flex room loca...
2563 Etiwan Avenue
Charleston, SC 29414
Cherokee Hall
Residential
MLS# 21028508 / Active
You'll be awed by all this home has to offer!Spectacular setting on a tidal creek. Enjoynature's beautiful views. A very distinctivelog home which ...
2109 Virginia Oak Court
Charleston, SC 29414
Pierpont
Residential
MLS# 21028571 / Active
This is a Beautiful built 1930s home with a complete remodeled. This is one of the original homes in Pierpont subdivision, The driveway is full w...
Reduced -$56,000
1753 Afton Avenue
Charleston, SC 29407
Northbridge Terrace
Residential
MLS# 21031063 / Active
Situated in the established Northbridge neighborhood in West Ashley, this sprawling two story home is not to be missed! Nestled among the mature la...
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