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 ...
15 Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 20000729 / Active
Welcome to The Crescent, one of Charleston's most desirable neighborhoods. The Crescent provides convenient access to downtown Charleston, proximit...
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...
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 -$250,000
32 Jamestown Road
Charleston, SC 29407
The Crescent
Residential
MLS# 20024738 / Active
Updated home in the Crescent that is move-in ready! The previous owner did a complete renovation. Current owners have replaced the HVAC, installe...
Increase +$40,000
26 Formosa Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Wappoo Heights
Residential
MLS# 20015573 / Active
Welcome to Wappoo Heights; one of Charleston's most desirable neighborhoods. Wappoo Heights provides convenient access to downtown Charleston, hos...
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...
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...
Reduced -$76,000
4058 Ten Shillings Way
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 20029223 / Active
Make your home your Paradise Vacation where the family wants to be!!! This luxurious home with metal roof is the perfect blend of coastal living a...
5 Penn Avenue
Charleston, SC 29407
Avondale
Residential
MLS# 20026885 / Active
Welcome to 5 Penn Ave. Your own private, secluded estate highlighted by majestic oaks and fabulous views. This home is located in the desirable A...
Reduced -$25,000
1031 Terracotta Drive
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...
3561 Old Ferry Road
Johns Island, SC 29455
Shell Point
Residential
Welcome to your Private Lowcountry Resort. 3561 Old Ferry Road has been in the same family since it was built in 1968 and has been lovingly renovat...
837 Colony Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Avondale
Residential
MLS# 20029552 / Active
Rare opportunity to own a private marsh front home in Avondale that offers spectacular views from the spacious rear deck, screen porch, master suit...
1027 Terracotta Drive
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...
4185 Duck Club Road
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 20026226 / Active
This magnificent luxury custom home with POOL, Low-country dream, a modern farmhouse contemporary style on an expansive Marsh View lot! Located in...
Increase +$14,000
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 -$51,000
2207 Weepoolow Trail
Charleston, SC 29407
Ashley Harbor
Residential
MLS# 20016451 / Active
If you are looking for space this is the home for you. Beautiful custom built brick home west of the Ashley. Deep water access from private neigh...
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 ...
37 Fort Royal Avenue
Charleston, SC 29407
Wespanee Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20029099 / Active
Welcome to 37 Fort Royal Avenue! A rare opportunity to live in a premier location within steps of downtown Charleston. Located within a highly sou...
4177 Lady Banks Lane
Hollywood, SC 29470
Poplar Grove
Residential
MLS# 20023551 / Active
One story Custom Luxury Home FEATURED IN CHARLESTON HOME AND DESIGN MAGAZINE, on a beautiful large Private wooded lot in the highly sought after...
Reduced -$10,000
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