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 of Charleston SC is a rare opportunity to live your ...
Reduced -$5,000
8 Cochran Court
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 20026620 / Active
Situated on one of the most private and secure streets, this cul-de-sac property is located in the back of the Crescent neighborhood. Proximity to...
21 Transom Court
Charleston, SC 29407
Residential
Welcome to this extremely custom deepwater home with TWO deepwater 50 ft deeded boat slips overlooking Ripley Light Marina and the Charleston Harbo...
120 E Edgewater Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Edgewater Park
Residential
MLS# 16005247 / Active
This is a wonderful chance to own 2 residences on deep water (8 ft at low) that are connected by a sun room. The property contains 1.2 acres along ...
Reduced -$100,000
18 Guerard Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 20026905 / Active
The most delightful walkway leads you to a Welcoming front porch of this beautiful 1958, 2 story home built with Solid Old English Brick in The Cre...
Reduced -$160,000
3 Albemarle Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Albemarle Point
Residential
MLS# 20032089 / Active
Welcome to 3 Albemarle Road. This mid-century, marshfront home has fabulous views of the Intracoastal Waterway and downtown Charleston. 3 Albemarle...
2423 Rice Pond Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Ashland
Residential
MLS# 20032285 / Active
STUNNING 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built home in Ashland Plantation! This home is on a DEEP WATER LOT with your very own private dock. New paint...
50 Indigo Point Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Indigo Point
Residential
MLS# 20026142 / Active
Soak in the amazing marsh views from this stunning custom elevated home that can be found in the desirable neighborhood of Indigo Point with no HOA...
203 Cynthia Lane
Charleston, SC 29407
Capri Isles
Residential
MLS# 20025738 / Active
Welcome to 203 Cynthia Lane! You're not just buying a home with stunning views of the marsh and the Stono River, but you're buying a home with so m...
Reduced -$25,000
4204 Lady Banks Lane
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 20033209 / Active
One Story home conceptually approved by the DRB board, on 1.19 acres with Magnificent open expansive Private Marsh & Water Views on the dock able ...
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...
1027 Terracotta Drive UNIT Lot 26
Charleston, SC 29407
The Settlement
Residential
MLS# 20023748 / Active
The Settlement at Ashley Hall is a SOUTHERN LIVING INSPIRED COMMUNITY. This true southern home, The Sayle, offers 4 bedrooms 2 masters, a bonus and...
222 Island Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Edgewater Park
Residential
MLS# 20025290 / Active
Unique True Deep Water property with a dock is located in highly desirable Edgewater Park, lovingly called ''The Island'', a hidden W Ashley gem of...
Reduced -$50,000
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 ...
4239 Deep Step Drive
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 20030228 / Active
One of a kind Custom Home designed by Pierce Scott Architects on a magnificent waterfront lot also on a private cul-de-sac close to the community D...
2109 Virginia Oak Court
Charleston, SC 29414
Pierpont Point
Residential
MLS# 20033419 / Active
Rare opportunity to purchase an historic 1930's home on a marsh front lot with access to a shared deep water dock. Enjoy picturesque views from th...
1638 Bull Creek Ln
Charleston, SC 29414
Bull Creek Peninsula
Residential
MLS# 20032557 / Active
This beautiful custom built home can be found on a hushed cul-de-sac in the exclusive marsh front community of Bull Creek Peninsula. This elevated ...
2160 Military Way
Charleston, SC 29414
Battery Gaillard
Residential
MLS# 20012626 / Active
''SC Folly plan'', lot cleared, construction to start soon. Home Will be elevated on driven piles, with drive under garage and great marsh Views ...
371 Clayton Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Stone Creek
Residential
MLS# 21001540 / Active
Beautiful home with stunning views of the Stono River! Step into the foyer, onto gorgeous hardwood floors, & be greeted by natural light pouring in...
1103 Avenue of Oaks
Charleston, SC 29407
Avenue of Oaks
Residential
MLS# 20028960 / Active
Welcome to Avenue of Oaks; a pocket community built around an allee of 100 year old oaks and new construction exhibiting historic Charleston archit...
Increase +$2,500
1367 N Edgewater Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Edgewater Park
Residential
MLS# 20029487 / Active
Private boat landing! Located in Edgewater Park, you will be close to schools, shopping, restaurants, and just a few blocks from the Stono River! W...
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