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
7 Sayle Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 23006499 / Active
Featured in Architectural Digest in 2022, this exquisitely designed 7,256-square-foot home graces nearly an acre (.89 acre) of picturesque oak-drap...
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 -$200,000
130 E Edgewater Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Edgewater Park
Residential
Enjoy expansive views of the Intracoastal waterway from the tranquility of your impeccably landscaped, private backyard just 10 minutes to downtown...
2287 Ashley River Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Residential
MLS# 23008345 / Active
Zoned COMMERCIAL and RESIDENTIAL! A rare opportunity to own a gorgeously renovated historic Charleston estate! Fully renovated on 2 acres and just ...
Reduced -$300,000
98 Indigo Point Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Indigo Point
Residential
MLS# 23012464 / Active
A Must See Beautiful Low Country Home! Elegance & A Party Planners Dream! This stately, updated custom-built home is located in the heart of West A...
1808 Huntington Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Huntington Woods
Residential
MLS# 23010340 / Active
*** Welcome Home to 1808 Huntington Drive.*** This beautifully maintained home has remained within the family since its construction in 1965 and is...
1620 Pierpont Avenue
Charleston, SC 29414
Pierpont
Residential
MLS# 23010616 / Active
This beautiful property at 1620 Pierpont Ave in Charleston, is a must-see for anyone looking for a spacious and comfortable home. The property boas...
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...
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...
3012 Amethyst Alley
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 22031244 / Active
This beautiful move-in ready home is the low country living Model you've been waiting for! ELEVATOR SHAFT for future 2-Stop elevator. 3rd Level Bo...
Reduced -$500
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...
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...
48 Wespanee Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Wespanee Plantation
Residential
MLS# 23007792 / Active
1975 yr blt. 1.5 Story Brick home approx. 3900 sqft. 4 Bedroom -2 up and 2 down, 3 full baths, 1/2 bath, hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, 2 car ga...
Reduced -$50,000
1248 Seton Place
Charleston, SC 29407
Sandhurst
Residential
MLS# 22028985 / Active
Welcome to 1248 Seton Place in Sandhurst. This property is almost a half acre in size and the home sits on a high bluff. Stepping inside the tri-le...
Reduced -$145,000
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...
12 Transom Court
Charleston, SC 29407
Ripley Cove
Residential
MLS# 23005725 / Active
LOCATION...5 minutes to downtown Charleston, 40 ft. deeded boat slip at Ripley Cove Marina, water views, 2 car tandem garage, 3 stop elevator, 4 be...
Reduced -$50,000
18 Transom Court
Charleston, SC 29407
Ripley Cove
Residential
MLS# 23007671 / Active
18 Transom Court in the Ripley Cove neighborhood boasts luxury and convenience, located just 5 minutes from Downtown Charleston. The property inclu...
2351 Vanderbilt Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Drayton On The Ashley
Residential
MLS# 23008793 / Active
*Under Construction for June Completion* Welcome to your Brand New marshfront home nestled in the established neighborhood of Drayton Hall On The A...
1858 Taberwood Circle
Charleston, SC 29407
Grantville
Residential
MLS# 23010098 / Active
The perfect property ! A home owners dream, with huge Live oaks and plenty of additional spacing or a homebuilders delight ! Whether you want or...
2935 Stonestown Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
MLS# 23012535 / Active
Lowcountry-style double front porches welcome you to this GORGEOUS property! This Furman plan, one of Pulte's most popular, is situated on almost 1...
316 Parkwood Estates Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Parkwood Estates
Residential
MLS# 23012458 / Active
Featured in Charleston Home & Design Magazine 2014. This ''Retro Modern'' ranch has it all! Hardwood floors: formal areas. Tiled casual areas. Desi...
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