Charleston Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Charleston, South Carolina—a city where history meets southern charm, and coastal beauty is just a stroll away! Known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant cultural scene, Charleston offers a unique blend of old-world elegance and modern living. The city is steeped in history, with landmarks like the Battery and Rainbow Row showcasing its rich past. Charleston's culinary scene is equally impressive, boasting award-winning restaurants and a thriving farm-to-table movement that highlights the region's bountiful produce and fresh seafood.

For those looking to call this enchanting city home, you’ll be thrilled to discover that there are beautiful homes available for under $500,000. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, a growing family, or looking to invest, Charleston offers a range of options to suit your needs. From charming single-family homes in historic neighborhoods to modern condos with stunning views, the real estate market here is diverse and inviting.

Living in Charleston means embracing a lifestyle filled with outdoor adventures, from exploring the picturesque waterfront parks to enjoying the sun-kissed beaches of nearby Folly Beach and Isle of Palms. With a warm climate and a strong sense of community, Charleston is not just a place to live—it's a place to thrive.

Don’t miss your chance to find your dream home in this captivating city! Explore the possibilities of Charleston real estate today and discover the perfect blend of history, culture, and southern hospitality.

Newest Charleston Homes under $500,000

$274,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26027443 MLS

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained end unit townhome offering comfort, style, and an unbeatable West Ashley location. Inside, beautiful hardwood floors flow through the main living areas, creating a warm, welcoming backdrop that feels both timeless and effortless. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a casual elegance, featuring 42'' wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a stainless steel sink, and a brushed nickel faucet that adds a subtle designer touch. Open to the living space, it's a perfect setting for everything from slow Sunday mornings to relaxed evenings with friends. Each of the three bedrooms enjoys its own private full bathroom with tile flooring, offering comfort and privacy for family or guests while maintaining a cohesive, well-planned layout.Each of the three bedrooms enjoys its own private full bathroom with tile flooring, offering comfort and privacy for family or guests while maintaining a cohesive, well-planned layout. Natural light, clean lines, and a peaceful setting make this home feel like a true retreat at the end of the day. This home also includes a 2 car garage and covered carport parking. Quietly situated yet conveniently close to everything Charleston has to offer, this condo delivers low-maintenance living with a warm, welcoming vibe and unmistakable Lowcountry charm, a lovely place to call home.

1829 Dogwood Road Unit #501, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Garrett Henson from Listing Office: Exp Realty LLC.

905 Burnley Road Unit #Unit D, Charleston

$250,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26027410 MLS

905 Burnley Road Unit #Unit D, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Nancy Kohn from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty.

$419,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26027404 MLS

Welcome to 4145 Veritas Street, a bright and inviting end-unit home offering comfortable living spaces, thoughtful updates, and beautiful water views. A spacious entry welcomes you inside, where fresh interior paint, new flooring, and a neutral color scheme create a clean, move-in-ready feel throughout. The end-unit location provides added privacy and an abundance of natural light. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, where water views provide a picturesque backdrop. The screened-in patio offers a wonderful space for relaxing, dining, or enjoying the outdoors in comfort. Additional highlights include an attached garage for convenient parking and storage, along with an X Flood Zone designation, meaning flood insurance is not required. With its bright interior, tasteful updates, private outdoor space, water views, and desirable end-unit setting, 4145 Veritas Street is ready to welcome you home.

4145 Veritas Street, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sandra Shimono from Listing Office: Redfin Corporation.

$430,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26027403 MLS

CUL-DE-SAC LIVING IN THE HEART OF WEST ASHLEY! NO HOA & FLOOD INSURANCE NOT REQUIRED! Welcome to 10 Solomon Ct, a 5-bedroom, 2-bath home tucked away in the desired Shadowmoss Golf community. The flexible floor plan features a main-level primary bedroom plus two additional bedrooms with a full bath giving you convenience on the first floor. Inside is inviting living spaces that is filled with character, including a wood-burning fireplace. With the two additional bedrooms upstairs, there's plenty of flexibility for guests, a home office, playroom, or hobby space. Add in a 2-car garage, fenced backyard and sunroom, this home offers the space and affordability buyers are looking for in a location that's hard to beat.Out back, the sunroom overlooks the fenced backyard, providing a great spot for morning coffee, weekend gatherings, pets, or simply unwinding at the end of the day. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac with mature surroundings, this home offers the opportunity to add your own personal touches while enjoying the space, charm, and functionality already in place. All of this in a convenient West Ashley location close to shopping, dining, schools, and everyday necessities, with easy access to downtown Charleston and everything the Lowcountry has to offer.

10 Solomon Court, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Kelly Rozier from Listing Office: Brand Name Real Estate.

$499,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26027389 MLS

- PRICED TO SELL - Beautifully renovated with a redesigned kitchen, original hardwood floors, and a generous fenced yard, this James Island home offers an appealing blend of warmth, style, and outdoor space. Set on approximately .31 acres, the property has undergone substantial improvements inside and out. The living room flows naturally into the dining area and kitchen, creating a welcoming setting for everyday living and entertaining. Recessed lighting complements the warmth of the hardwood floors, while new appliances, updated fixtures, and renovated bathrooms bring a polished feel to the interior. Improvements extend well beyond the finishes, including a new roof, new HVAC system, tankless water heater, electrical and plumbing updates, and crawlspace work.A new concrete driveway and installed fencing complete the exterior, with room to garden, entertain outdoors, or enjoy a quiet evening under the stars. Convenient access to downtown Charleston and Folly Beach puts waterfront dining, historic streets, and days by the ocean within easy reach. Nearby restaurants, shopping, and James Island County Park add to the appeal of a location that connects coastal living with everything Charleston has to offer.

1871 Grimball Road, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Juliet Hight from Listing Office: Dunes Properties of Charleston Inc.

$375,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26027374 MLS

Effortless one level living in a maintenance free community. Located in beautiful Grand Oaks Plantation, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome offers a gracious open living area with smooth ceilings, new flooring, and fresh paint throughout. Relax on the screened porch, a quiet spot for morning coffee.The attached 11/2 car garage adds convenient storage and parking. The roof was just replaced, so there's one less thing to think about. In addition to roof, the HOA covers all landscaping, exterior maintenance, and the termite bond, so your weekends are yours.Residents enjoy access to a neighborhood pool, scenic walking trails, and the nearby city park, all while being just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, and everything West Ashley has to offer.

102 Larissa Drive, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Amanda Thomas from Listing Office: AgentOwned Realty Preferred Group. 843-884-7300

$325,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26027361 MLS

Welcome to this charming and move in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch style home located just steps from Avondale and minutes from downtown Charleston. This home features modern upgrades, classic curb appeal, and a highly desirable location close to dining, shopping, parks, and major roadways. With off-street parking, a large fenced backyard, and a welcoming front porch, this house has an ideal blend of comfort and convenience.

1125 Armstrong Avenue, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Haley Haines from Listing Office: The Boulevard Company.

$459,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26027360 MLS

Location, charm, updates, and lifestyle! This corner lot home has it all! This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,580 square feet and a 2-car garage. The updated kitchen features beautiful granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, stainless appliances, gas cooking and an open layout into the living areas. Updated flooring, an attractive updated bath and a laundry/mudroom with built-in bench, cubbies and storage add both style and function. Enjoy the screened porch and shaded backyard surrounded by mature landscaping. Conveniently located near shopping, hospitals, walking trails and Shadowmoss Golf Course, with golf, pool and fitness memberships available separately. Located in a highly regarded school district and convenient to everything West Ashley has to offer. Great Price!!!

381 Muirfield Parkway, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Chris Garcia from Listing Office: Pratt & Company Real Estate.

935 E Estates Boulevard Unit #Apt C, Charleston

$239,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26027357 MLS

Lovely and move-in ready one level living in West Ashley. This 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom unit features: Hardwood and LVP floors throughout, light and newly painted with smooth vaulted ceilings. Wood burning fireplace. In home laundry area off kitchen. Private fenced back patio is great for pets to relax or enjoy some grilling and chilling space. NEW HVAC in 2021, Ducts replaced in 2025, Roof NEW 2025, Water heater 2023. Termite Bond with HOA . Community offers a pool just steps from your front door and a tennis court, lawn service, annual pressure washing and Club house.Parking is available in front of your home. Easy living close to everything!

935 E Estates Boulevard Unit #Apt C, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Michelle R Shaw from Listing Office: Carolina One Real Estate. 843-779-8660

33 Lockwood Drive Unit #Slip G-6, Charleston

$112,500

26027330 MLS

Engineered for true Charleston realities on the Ashely Channel, this deep-water downtown slip features robust, commercial-grade floating Ipe docks and heavy-duty concrete pilings designed to handle our local 5-to-7-foot tidal swings effortlessly. Generous fairway width for stress-free approaches at any stage of the tide and ~15 feet of draft at MLW, this is a premium, worry-free berth on the downtown peninsula. Enjoy immediate access to Charleston Harbor, a structured in-house rental program, and secure marina amenities without paying the entrance markup. THE PERFECT MID-MARINA BALANCE ON G DOCK Experienced captains know that the furthest docks mean exhausting walks with heavy gear, while land-adjacent slips catch the brunt of shore-side foot traffic.Positioned perfectly in the 'Goldilocks Zone' of the marina, this deeded floating slip on G Dock at The Harborage offers a highly manageable walk to your vehicle while significantly lowering your acquisition costs. Amenities include bathrooms with showers, marina service boatside pump outs, fuel dock, and proximity to the great nightlife of Charleston Downtown. Contact us for a Captain's tour of the slip location for qualified buyers.

33 Lockwood Drive Unit #Slip G-6, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Debra Talley from Listing Office: Carolina One Real Estate. 843-779-8660

$460,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26027258 MLS

Location, lifestyle and low-maintenance James Island living come together at 1565 Brianna Lane. Ideally positioned approx 15 minutes from both Folly Beach and Downtown Charleston, with convenient access to the Medical District, dining and shopping. The kitchen has been opened to the main living area, creating an inviting floor plan with open sight lines. New kitchen appliances provide a fresh update, while the fireplace adds warmth and character. The primary bedroom has an ensuite bath, and a flexible space is ideal for a home office or dining area. A screened patio area extends the living space outdoors, while the private garage offers parking and valuable storage. The backyard has new fencing and rock area for easy care. This home has comfort and flexibility for a verity of lifestyles.

1565 Brianna Lane, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Elizabeth Nightingale from Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC.

$415,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26027252 MLS

Welcome to 815 Bibury Court, a beautifully updated end-unit townhome tucked toward the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Hunt Club Community of West Ashley. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a Primary Suite downstairs, a Private wooded Backdrop, and nearly every major system recently updated, this is the kind of home where you can unpack, settle in, and simply enjoy. Step inside to an open, light-filled floor plan featuring a dramatic two-story Family Room, Custom Trim and Woodwork throughout, and a separate Dining Room perfect for entertaining. The Kitchen opens naturally to the main living area and features Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, a Gas Range (2023), Refrigerator (2024), and Stove, Microwave, and Dishwasher (2025). The downstairs Primary Suite offers theconvenience of main-level living, complemented by a beautifully remodeled Primary Bath, completed in 2025. Upstairs, two additional large Bedrooms, and Hall Bath are joined by a versatile Loft overlooking the Family Room. This is an ideal space for a home office, reading area, playroom, or second living space. Being an end unit means additional natural light, while the wooded lot behind the home provides a wonderful sense of privacy. Step outside and you will quickly see why the backyard feels like its own private oasis. A 6-foot privacy fence encloses the yard, while a covered stoop and patio create inviting spaces for grilling, entertaining, or simply relaxing beneath the two Umbrellas that convey with the home. An outdoor Costco Storage Shed also conveys for even more storage. The one-car Garage was upgraded with an epoxy floor in 2023 and includes three permanent cabinets plus overhead rack storage above the garage door. A two-car driveway with offset parking space provides added convenience. Even better, the big-ticket improvements have already been handled: HVAC replaced in 2021, Tankless Water Heater installed in 2025, Primary Bath remodeled in 2025, and New Roof Shingles installed in July 2026. The entire interior was also painted in 2023. With major mechanical components and roof shingles all less than five years old, 815 Bibury Court offers the combination buyers are looking for: thoughtful updates, flexible living space, a downstairs primary suite, exceptional privacy, and a move-in-ready home in one of West Ashley's established communities.

815 Bibury Court, Charleston

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jon Stroud from Listing Office: The Boulevard Company.

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