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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.
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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!
Recentedly Listed in West Ashley
Welcome to the highly sought after West Ashley plantation neighborhood in West Ashley. This custom built brick home on a culdesac lot is waiting for its new owners. Every...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22025054 MLS
- West Ashley Plantation SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome home to 1839 St Julian! This meticulously kept ranch home in the heart of West Ashley has everything you need. 3 spacious bedrooms with an extra bonus room for wh...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22024091 MLS
- West Ashley Plantation SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 10 Charlestowne Road! This charming brick home is tucked away in the highly sought after neighborhood of South Windermere! You will be impressed with the open ...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22023774 MLS
- South Windermere SubDv.
- Active Status
Pride of ownership is evident in this well maintained brick home in an excellent and highly desirable neighborhood. Walk to the magnet elementary school. 3 bed 2/5 bath ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22023052 MLS
- South Windermere SubDv.
- Active Status
This turn key 3brm 1.5bth ranch style home is conveniently located in established West Ashley Plantation & is full of character~Upon entering you'll adore the stylish wat...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22022502 MLS
- West Ashley Plantation SubDv.
- Active Status
An incredible opportunity to own this traditional 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath ranch style home on Confederate Circle in highly desirable South Windermere. This home is still ow...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22022204 MLS
- South Windermere SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 1634 Boone Hall Dr! Situated in convenient West Ashley, close to I526 and I26. Beautifully updated kitchen (September 2021), Terra Bianca quartzite countertops...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 22017097 MLS
- West Ashley Plantation SubDv.
- Active Status
This custom-designed marsh front home has been completely renovated down to the studs including all new electric, HVAC, windows, doors, roof, flooring, plumbing and cabin...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 22009145 MLS
- South Windermere SubDv.
- Active Status
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