A private deepwater dock and broad river-to-ocean sightlines define this custom coastal residence at 1024 West Ashley Avenue. Constructed in 2000, the home provides 3,196 square feet across three stories, with four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. Positioned on a 0.39-acre parcel with roughly 77 feet of frontage on West Ashley Avenue, the property sits adjacent to the Folly River and offers visible access to the Atlantic and distant views of Kiawah Island.
The house reflects a traditional Charleston aesthetic through materials and custom details: heart pine flooring, pecky cypress siding, and handcrafted ironwork are all documented finishes. An elevator serves the main living levels, and expansive porches occupy each floor. Systems and service features include central air conditioning, central electric heat, an architectural shingle roof, a fireplace, and recent mechanical updates—specifically a new roof and water heater—with window replacements completed in the past ten years. Off-street parking is available for approximately four vehicles; the property does not include an attached garage.
Location and local context are prominent attributes. The site is adjacent to Folly River and is 0.1 miles from Folly Beach County Park and about 0.2 miles from the Atlantic shoreline. Nearby public schools include James Island Elementary, Camp Road Middle, and James Island Charter High School, all reported within a six-mile radius. Zoning is R-1 (single-family residential) under the City of Folly Beach, with coastal overlay provisions noted; permitted uses include single-family dwellings and accessory units subject to local setback requirements.
Ownership and value history are part of the public record: owner-occupied since a 2005 purchase, assessed value was $1,044,400 as of 2020, and annual property tax totaled $3,565 in 2025. Comparable waterfront sales compiled for valuation show recent nearby transactions and support a current estimated value range reported in the research. Documented market indicators point to a balanced local market with steady appreciation for waterfront homes, but buyers should note elevated flood risk and expected waterfront maintenance costs. Recommended verifications include lot boundary confirmation, flood zone and insurance review, a professional home inspection, and a roof-condition assessment prior to any acquisition decisions.