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
46 Indigo Point
Charleston, SC 29407
Indigo Point
Residential
MLS# 22011954 / Active
Come experience this private waterfront property with unparalleled 180-degree views of the Coburg Cut. 46 Indigo Point Drive is a custom-built home...
Reduced -$500,000
12 Guerard Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 22018403 / Active
A modern masterpiece that has just been completely renovated in the Crescent! Built and designed by the Peninsula Coastal Construction team; this 6...
Reduced -$249,900
4150 Duck Club
Ravenel, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 22013226 / Active
This like NEW magnificent home is a ONE OF A KIND offering. This home is on a sought after waterfront lot on a private cul-de-sac. With 4 large ...
Increase +$500
30 Indigo Point
Charleston, SC 29407
Indigo Point
Residential
MLS# 22013771 / Active
TRUE DEEP WATER!! This 5 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home overlooks Coburg Creek with amazing sunsets!! The short dock and 10,000lbs boat lift makes it ea...
Reduced -$225,000
17 Guerard Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 22003286 / Active
This beautiful home is located in the quiet section of the highly desirable neighborhood of The Crescent. This subdivision features large 1/2 acre ...
Reduced -$100,000
3965 Ten Shillings
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 22012751 / Active
Gorgeous custom designed home on a rare large private lot in the Gated section on Poplar Grove. This floorplan is perfect for daily single story li...
2202 Waterfowl Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Church Creek Landing
Residential
MLS# 22015472 / Active
PRIVATE DOCK! DOCK CONSTRUCTION IS NOW COMPLETED! HOME IS READY FOR MOVE-IN NOW! Do not miss the beautiful views this home offers and the great loc...
Reduced -$10,010
363 Confederate Circle
Charleston, SC 29407
South Windermere
Residential
MLS# 22009145 / Active
This custom-designed marsh front home has been completely renovated down to the studs including all new electric, HVAC, windows, doors, roof, floor...
Reduced -$49,000
2206 Waterfowl Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Church Creek Landing
Residential
MLS# 22018138 / Active
PRIVATE DOCK: DOCK CONSTRUCTION IS NOW COMPLETED!! THIS HOME IS READY NOW!! Do not miss the beautiful views this home offers and the great location...
Reduced -$10,010
1052 Teracotta Drive UNIT Lot 20
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 22025204 / Active
Sit on your porch and take in the beautiful view of the historic brick fence, open green space and many large Heritage Oaks. The Sumter fits perfec...
2836 Harvard Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Drayton On The Ashley
Residential
MLS# 22014154 / Active
DEEP WATER on the Ashley River! If you haven't seen this home, you are missing out!! 30 minutes to the Charleston Harbor by boat. Well built bri...
Reduced -$105,000
3004 Amethyst Aly Alley UNIT Lot 14
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 22025207 / Active
Walk out your front door into the Historic Park or walk to the pool and boat dock. The dock which is located on The Ashley River is perfect for bri...
3008 Amethyst Aly Alley UNIT Lot 13
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 22025211 / Active
Step back into History along the Ashley River. The Settlement is a Southern Living Inspired riverfront community offering a Historic Park, deep wat...
4 Transom Court
Charleston, SC 29407
Ripley Cove
Residential
MLS# 22024760 / Active
This is your opportunity to own a stunning 3 bedroom/3 bathroom townhouse located in the most convenient location to Downtown Charleston and all th...
2016 Ironstone Alley UNIT Lot 44
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 22025206 / Active
The Settlement at Ashley Hall is a Historical site, a Southern Living Inspired Community and located on The Ashley River with deep water access. Lo...
289 Confederate Circle
Charleston, SC 29407
South Windermere
Residential
MLS# 22007468 / Active
PRICE REDUCED $50K!! Gorgeous home in sought after Confederate Circle. Tax records & former MLS listings are no indication as to what has been done...
Reduced -$50,000
925 Hughes Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
Bulow Plantation
Residential
MLS# 22019348 / Active
Welcome to your Private 5.83 Acre Fishing Retreat on John's Island! NEW CONSTRUCTION to be built by Coastal Carolina Construction on Johns Island!!...
Reduced -$276,092
2222 Waterfowl Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Church Creek Landing
Residential
MLS# 22012909 / Active
DOCK CONSTRUCTION IS NOW COMPLETE! THIS HOME IS READY NOW!! Do not miss the beautiful views this home offers and the great location of this communi...
Reduced -$10,010
324 Confederate Circle
Charleston, SC 29407
South Windermere
Residential
MLS# 22023052 / Active
Pride of ownership is evident in this well maintained brick home in an excellent and highly desirable neighborhood. Walk to the magnet elementary s...
Reduced -$50,000
3 Riverdale Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Avondale
Residential
MLS# 22020163 / Active
This home has been meticulously remodeled and there is no detail that was overlooked. As soon as you approach the front stoop you are introduced to...
Reduced -$45,000
2226 Waterfowl Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Church Creek Landing
Residential
MLS# 22020707 / Active
DOCK CONSTRUCTION IS EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN THE NEXT 30-45 DAYS! Do not miss the beautiful views this home offers and the great location of th...
Reduced -$10,010
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