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
1024 Saltwater Circle
Johns Island, SC 29455
Cordgrass Landing
Residential
This two-story Julian home has double side porches facing the privacy of a wooded/wetland homesite. It has three bedrooms and two-and-one-half bath...
3024 Conservancy Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
Welcome to this radiant home in highly desirable Carolina Bay, a premier community situated in West Ashley. This stunning 5-bedroom, 3 full bath ho...
716 Orleans Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Dupont
Residential
Renovated House in excellent condition. Also would be ideal for Commercial Business Location. Located in a High-Traffic Area, Conveniently Close to...
1611 Pleasant Hill Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
The saying goes, the three most important things about a home are location location location, but that's history, like Aqua Net hairspray and Glamo...
1337 White Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
West Oak Forest
Residential
WAITING FOR IT'S NEW OWNER! - WELCOME HOME! The home lives large with 3 bedrooms , 3 full bathrooms with a flex space for a fourth bedroom, an encl...
Reduced -$10,000
1541 Gator
Charleston, SC 29414
Hunt Club
Residential
Welcome to Hunt Club, one of the most sought-after areas in West Ashley. This elevated and spacious home offers a large bedroom and bath on the low...
Reduced -$10,000
3051 Conservancy Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
Welcome to 3051 Conservancy Lane! This charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is nestled in the sought-after Carolina Bay neighborhood, just a strol...
Reduced -$10,000
2301 N Lander Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Drayton On The Ashley
Residential
Beautiful HOA-free home located in a subdivision on the Ashley River! AMAZING LOCATION! Waiting to make it your home or investment! New roof 2022, ...
Reduced -$10,001
1406 Joy Avenue
Charleston, SC 29407
Orange Grove Estates
Residential
Welcome to 1406 Joy Avenue, located in Orange Grove Estates. Built new in 2020, this one-owner, meticulously maintained home offers 1422 ft., as we...
1114 Barrett Road
Charleston, SC 29407
East Oak Forest
Residential
This is a newly renovated home well located in highly desirable East Oak Forest Subdivision. You can literally walk on a shaded, tree lined sidewal...
Reduced -$7,000
2820 Conservancy Lane
Charleston, SC 29414
Carolina Bay
Residential
Welcome home to 2820 Conservancy Ln, located in the desirable Carolina Bay. This home features an open floor plan designed for entertaining with ma...
Reduced -$500
1331 Orange Grove Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Charlestowne Est
Residential
Welcome to a delightful home that boasts a plethora of appealing attributes. Step in to discover a draped neutral color paint scheme that creates a...
1013 Orleans Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Orleans Woods
Residential
Step into luxury and convenience with this meticulously renovated home in the heart of Orleans Woods. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a bra...
2066 Dogwood Road
Charleston, SC 29414
Forest Lakes
Residential
Welcome to this immaculately maintained, sole owner property located on a corner lot in the desirable Forest Lakes neighborhood. Boasting pride of ...
Reduced -$20,000
1210 White Tail Path
Charleston, SC 29414
Hunt Club
Residential
Located in sought after Hunt Club and directly across from a beautiful neighborhood pond sits 1210 White Tail Path. As you enter the home you are g...
Reduced -$14,000
437 Matuskovic Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Grand Bees
Residential
Check out this beautiful 5-bedroom home, constructed in 2020! Inside, a large open-concept living area boasts high ceilings and tons of natural lig...
2168 Church Creek Drive
Charleston, SC 29414
Springfield
Residential
Well built and maintained home on Church Creek with small boat access to the Ashley River and open water. Jump in the hot tub and admire the great ...
Reduced -$50,000
16 Anita Drive
Charleston, SC 29407
Magnolia
Residential
Welcome to one of the most sought after locations in Charleston! Step inside 16 Anita ..a charming, renovated cottage home with an open floor plan ...
1537 Ashley Garden Boulevard
Charleston, SC 29414
Grand Oaks Plantation
Residential
Incredible opportunity to purchase this amazing home in the heart of Grand Oaks in West Ashley. This home has been meticulously maintained and is m...
Reduced -$15,000
345 Cross Street
Charleston, SC 29407
Lantana
Residential
*NEW OUTDOOR FEATURES: New Wooden privacy fence with large gate to back yard. New Stone walkway from back patio to back yard shed. New 12ft x 16ft ...
Increase +$5,000
11 Wendy Lane
Charleston, SC 29407
Heathwood Ext
Residential
HOUSE HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REFURBISHED AFTER FIRE INCLUDEING ALL NEW KITHCEN APPLIANCES, COUNTERTOPS,CABINETS FLOORING THROUGHT ENTIRE HOUSE, NEW PL...