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Homes for Sale in West Ashley, Charleston
Who knows? If things had turned out just a bit differently, West Ashley might just be the capital of South Carolina. As it is, this oldest and most scenic of the distinct areas that comprise Charleston can lay claim to being the city’s birthplace and is a favored residential community offering a wide variety of home types and styles. Home sites include wooded interior lots and waterfront lots along the Intracoastal Waterway, creeks, marshes, and the Ashley and Stono Rivers.
Just five minutes from downtown Charleston on the west bank of the Ashley River, West Ashley lies upstream from where the Ashley and Cooper rivers join at Charleston Harbor. The original settlement of Charleston, known as Charles Towne was in this area by the river in 1670. A decade later Charleston proper was relocated, and the original settlement in the West Ashley community is now a historic attraction known as Charles Towne Landing. It offers scenic gardens, a zoo, and a reproduction of the sailing vessel that brought them to this location.
While West Ashley was Charleston’s first residential area, much of that early residential and commercial development took place along U.S. 17 closest to downtown, and it wasn’t until the 1950s that development began in earnest. In the 1980s and 90s, the construction of Interstate 526 and the Glenn McConnell Parkway opened the area up to further development, as well as alleviating serious traffic congestion on U.S. 17 and SC 61, the Ashley River Road. An era of explosive growth ensued and most of the neighborhoods were established in the 70's and 80's.
Today the area offers virtually any type and style home in a variety of outstanding neighborhoods and settings. With substantial river, marsh and creek frontage, opportunities for waterfront homes and home sites abound.
An area rich in history through both the Revolutionary War and Civil War, three of the South’s best-preserved plantation homes – Middleton Place, Magnolia Plantation and Drayton Hall – are located just up Ashley River Road. The area is home to Citadel Mall, the region’s largest, as well as one of the area’s newest hospitals, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital. Not to be missed is Charles Towne Landing, which features replicas of the original settlement, a replica 17th-century trading ship, animals and much more.
With its giant moss laden oak trees and established communities, West Ashley is a great place to consider in your search for a home in the Lowcountry. Let us show you this and other communities. We're waiting on your call!
Recently Listed in West Ashley
Location, location, location. In the heart of West Ashley off of Playground Road. This home has been updated in recent years and is move in ready. No neighbors in the rea...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021334 MLS
- Forest Acres SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 251 Claret Cup Way, a like-new 2024-built home in the highly desirable Verdier Pointe community -- offering a rare hybrid design that gives you the private fee...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021296 MLS
- Verdier Pointe SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained, single-story 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroom home, thoughtfully designed for comfortable everyday living. Vaulted ceilings and sem...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021281 MLS
- Village Green SubDv.
- Active Status
This is a stunning new construction home featuring an open floorplan for today's modern living with lots of natural light. This historical neighborhood is all about the l...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021273 MLS
- Ashleyville SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 2526 Longbranch Drive, a four-bedroom, two-bath home offering 1,674 square feet in Long Branch on the Creek. Built in 1978 and fully renovated, this one gives ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021257 MLS
- Longbranch SubDv.
- Active Status
Golf course views, convenient location, NO HOA, low electric bills and great light! This nicely maintained home overlooks a scenic fairway of Shadowmoss Golf & Country Cl...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021248 MLS
- Shadowmoss SubDv.
- Active Status
Beautifully maintained and showing like new, this home offers the perfect combination of a bright, open floor plan, flexible living spaces, inviting outdoor living areas,...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26021247 MLS
- The Pointe At Rhodes Crossing SubDv.
- Active Status
Filled with 1950s charm and timeless character, this inviting home offers a functional floor plan designed for everyday living. A welcoming entry opens to the spacious li...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021232 MLS
- Avondale SubDv.
- Active Status
Conveniently located in West Ashley less than 3 miles from downtown Charleston, this single story home offers a fantastic location, thoughtful updates, and the added bene...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021220 MLS
- Briarcliff SubDv.
- Active Status
***Ask about the possibility of receiving 1% reduction in interest rate and free refi.*** Welcome to The Arboretum, where beautifully maintained grounds, outstanding amen...
- 1 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 26021205 MLS
- Arboretum SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome home to 1668 Mepkin Road! This beautifully updated sanctuary nestled on an expansive corner lot in the highly desirable West Ashley Plantation is ready for move-i...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021201 MLS
- West Ashley Plantation SubDv.
- Active Status
***Ask about the possibility of receiving 1% reduction in interest rate and free refi.*** Welcome to this move-in ready, well-maintained six-bedroom home in the Grand Bee...
- 6 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26021176 MLS
- Grand Bees SubDv.
- Active Status
Handyman Special in a Prime West Ashley Location! Bring your vision to this diamond in the rough. The brick structure provides a great starting point and you can't replac...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021143 MLS
- Washington Park SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to this sophisticated and coveted end-unit townhome in desirable Bolton's Landing. This lovely three-story townhome is in a fabulous location with natural surroun...
- 2 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 26021135 MLS
- Boltons Landing SubDv.
- Active Status
3 Bedrooms + Flex Room (Potential 4th Bedroom) | 2.5 Baths | 2,383 Sq. Ft. | 2-Car Garage | ShadowmossBeautifully updated home in the highly desirable Shadowmoss communit...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021124 MLS
- Shadowmoss SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome home to Bolton's Landing.This immaculate 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers an open-concept floor plan filled with natural light, thoughtful storage throughout, and sp...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26021111 MLS
- Boltons Landing SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 1865 Rugby Lane, a beautiful Charleston brick home full of Southern Charm, located in one of West Ashley's sought -after neighborhood. This prime location is j...
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021099 MLS
- Sandhurst SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 2052 Vestry Drive, a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence nestled beneath majestic oaks in West Ashley's established Church Creek community. Thoug...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021063 MLS
- Church Creek SubDv.
- Active Status
Charming low country home located on a corner lot on almost half an acre! Inviting front porch greets you as you walk into the home. Open concept living and dining with h...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 26021042 MLS
- Forest Lakes Extension SubDv.
- Active Status
Wonderful layout with separate DR and LR and large family room off the kitchen. Three bedrooms upstairs. Large primary bedroom suite has tray ceiling, walk in closet, ens...
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 26021038 MLS
- Orange Grove Estates SubDv.
- Active Status