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Property Description
Old Folly Charm! This truly unique duplex cottage is only 100 steps to the beach! Built in the 1940's, it is grandfathered in and one of Folly's originals. Freshly painted and new light fixtures throughout each unit. Separate entrances, electricity, and gas. The lower unit boasts beautiful original heart pine floors in the kitchen and family room. Highlighting the home's historical charm arestriking arched windows salvaged from an old church in Awendaw, S.C. The light and cheerful kitchen will make you smile as you enter. There's a large family room and a huge bedroom, flooded with light. The oversized laundry room can also be used for a dressing room/closet. You'll be impressed with the massive covered porch to enjoy all those breezes. The upstairs unit has also been freshly painted with new light fixtures as well as the attic being insulated with spray foam insulation. This unit has two bedrooms with a full bathroom. There's a cute kitchen, family room, and a sunroom boasting the same historical arched windows. You can exit the sunroom to an enormous open deck. There's even an additional deck over this unit to enjoy many evenings with friends and family! This half lot is filled with tropical plants and swaying palms. Beach access is adjacent to the property . . . One minute and ten seconds to the beach. If you want to own a piece of history, a true Funky Folly duplex, the "Big Pink" is it. Three blocks to Berts Market and five blocks to Center Street to enjoy shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Peninsula Charleson only eleven miles away.This duplex is truly a part of Folly Beach history and has all of the original Folly vibe!!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 509 Ashley Ave E
General
- Sold For: $700,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charleston_Trident_MLS
- MLS ID: 25017229
- Added to Site: 245 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling - Smooth, Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Living/Dining Combo
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Lower, Upper
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Stoop
- Deck/Patio: Wrap Around, Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street
Location
- Area: 22 - Folly Beach to Battery Island
- County: Charleston
- Subdivision: Folly Beach
- Driving Directions: Folly Rd To Folly Beach Turn Left At Stop Light Onto E Ashley Ave. Duplex Is Pink Cottage On Right On The 5th Block At E Ashley
School Information
- Elementary School: James Island
- Middle School: Camp Road
- High School: James Island Charter
Community
- Community Name: 22 - Folly Beach to Battery Island
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Wall Unit(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: City of Folly Beach, Dominion Energy
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Built-Up
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Building Size: 1530
- Square Feet: 1,530
- Year Built: 1940
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227
- Lot Features: High, Interior Lot, Level
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Flood Insurance
Listed by Carolina One Real Estate
Sold by Carolina Elite Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 509 Ashley Ave E
School District:Charleston County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James Island Elementary School 1872 Grimball Road, Charleston, SC 29412 | PK-5 | 4.3 mi |
Camp Road Middle 1825 Camp Road, Charleston, SC 29412 | 6-8 | 5.9 mi |
James Island Charter High School 1000 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 29412 | 9-12 | 5.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 509 Ashley Ave E
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/25/2025
Sold
$700,000
0.14%
MLS
6/20/2025
Listed
$699,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
509 Ashley Avenue E, Folly Beach, SC 29439 (MLS# 25017229) is a Single Family property that was sold at $700,000 on September 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 509 Ashley Avenue E? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Folly Beach? You can browse all Folly Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

