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
3547 Old Ferry Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
Shell Point
Residential
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Breathtaking views! Nestled on the Intracoastal Waterway, this custom-built home has a private dock and screened dock house, with 4,500SF of living...
Reduced -$100,000
2305 Lazy River Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Parkdale
Residential
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Rare deep water Charleston Cottage, a treasured emblem of traditional 1930's architecture, emanating deep southern charm. Uniquely one-of-a-kind, t...
Reduced -$65,000
1528 Hurtes Island Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Huntington Woods
Residential
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Experience waterfront living at its finest at 1528 Hurtes Island Dr. This stunning deep water home, nestled in one of Charleston's most coveted nei...
2342 Parsonage Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Pierpont
Residential
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*Ask about the possibility of receiving 1% reduction in interest rate and free refi.* This 2.9-acre property along the Ashley River is a stunning o...
Reduced -$495,000
4313 Lady Banks Lane
Ravenel, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
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Welcome to this exquisite home nestled on a private .74-acre wooded lot within the prestigious gated community of Poplar Grove. Boasting 5 bedrooms...
3531 Old Ferry Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
Shell Point
Residential
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Relax on your deck under sprawling, ancient oaks. All that's between you and the rising sun is the ribbon of the Intracoastal Waterway. Kayak, fish...
Reduced -$100,000
185 Wappoo Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Isle De Nemours
Residential
This picturesque property with stunning views of the Stono River and marsh, consists of approximately 11 acres of land, with approx. 1.4 acres of h...
Reduced -$100,000
53 Timmerman Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Byrnes Downs
Residential
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This is the one everyone has been looking for! This incredibly unique property is fully renovated with a stunning guest house, privacy, beautiful v...
1935 S Trinity Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Sandhurst
Residential
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Quintessential mid-century modern just 5 miles to downtown Charleston & walking distance to Orange Grove Elementary. This prairie style masterpiece...
105 Folly Road Boulevard
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
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Step into a world where classic elegance meets modern convenience in The Crescent, West Ashley's premier neighborhood. This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5...
2008 Ironstone Alley
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
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Discover the epitome of luxury living at the former model home of The Settlement, a prestigious historic subdivision in West Ashley. This exquisite...
4 Belvue Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Windermere
Residential
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Experience the epitome of refined living in the heart of Old Windermere at 4 Belvue Road. This meticulously updated ''cottage'' style residence sea...
Reduced -$26,000
1675 Pierpont Ave Avenue
Charleston, SC 29414
Pierpont
Residential
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Welcome to this gorgeous home with a separately metered Auxiliary Dwelling Unit! The main house is 2,572sqft. The ADU is 1026sqft for a total squar...
Reduced -$115,000
779 Woodward Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Moreland
Residential
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Renovated charmer on a huge lakefront lot with the backyard of your dreams in the highly coveted Moreland neighborhood just over the Ashley River f...
1089 Saltwater Circle
Johns Island, SC 29455
Cordgrass Landing
Residential
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September Completion. Discover waterfront living at its finest in this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home situated on the picturesque shores of...
2128 Rookery Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Croghan Landing
Residential
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Now this is a winner!! * When one encounters high quality, there will always be certain characteristics- brilliant design. functionality, utility, ...
Reduced -$56,000
10 Old English Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Wespanee Plantation
Residential
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Experience the essence of gracious living at 10 Old English Drive, located in the peaceful Wespanee Plantation neighborhood of West Ashley. This ex...
Reduced -$75,000
1032 Teracotta Drive UNIT Lot 36
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
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4 bedroom and 4 .5 baths. This plan is Perfection with a study and additional loft space. Open plan and super functional with a 2 car attached gara...
13 Riverdale Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Avondale
Residential
Rare opportunity to own an updated 4BR/3BA in Avondale, with a master bedroom on the first floor with 3 large closets, and a beautiful new bathroom...
1036 Teracotta Drive UNIT Lot 35
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
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This is the Fishburne H plan with 4 bedrooms plus a loft/rec room. 2 car attached garage and a screened in porch. The Settlement is a lovely neighb...
1028 Teracotta Drive UNIT Lot 37
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
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The Settlement at Ashley Hall is a historic property with ruins dating back to the 1600's. It is unique, listed on the Registry of Historic Places ...