Tag Archives: Cannonborough

All about Downtown Charleston’s Neighborhoods – a map, descriptions and more.

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Kristin B. Walker

I created this Downtown Charleston neighborhood map years ago at the start of my ongoing project to eventually profile every single neighborhood in Downtown Charleston, including photos, videos, recreation, school, shops, restaurants and services. But since many of you ask … Continue reading →

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Inspired Infill – Building Dreams at 264-268 Ashley Ave

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Kristin B. Walker

Down a long dirt driveway in an unlikely part of town, hidden amongst ramshackle Charleston homes in various states of deterioration, lies a project of such inspiration and passion, the energy of it is palpable. Dramatic I know, but true … Continue reading →

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52 Ashe St is the Best renovated house under $400,000 South of the Crosstown

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Kristin B. Walker

I say this with confidence because I had the opportunity to see it the other day.  52 Ashe is by far the best renovated house south of the Crosstown under $400,000.  Everything else is either locationally, structurally or cosmetically challenged. … Continue reading →

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Appraising the Character of Cannonborough/Elliotborough, Windermere and Byrnes Downs

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Kristin B. Walker

The City of Charleston recently released what they call “Area Character Appraisals” for three additional neighborhoods which are considered to have a distinct historic importance in the Charleston region – Cannonborough/Elliotborough on the Charleston Peninsula, and Windermere and Byrnes Downs … Continue reading →

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Master Preservationist Program-Day Seven. Asphalt & Infill. Just how smart are we?

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Kristin B. Walker

How many suburban strip malls and parking expanses do you see abandoned and lifeless on a daily basis?  Tons.  How many ex-urban neighborhoods are now struggling to stay afloat?  Many.  We are all fatter, we drive more, and we know … Continue reading →

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It’s a Miracle in Midtown

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Kristin B. Walker

Update 6/16/2011 – All but two of the properties in Midtown have sold and one is still under contract.  26-A Cannon is available, and 212 Coming St just came back on the market.  I LOVE this one.  It’s over 2000 … Continue reading →

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The Spring & Cannon Streets Corridor is Rising

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Kristin B. Walker

For several years now, the Spring and Cannon Streets corridor has been evolving and changing, welcoming modern buildings, historic renovations and most importantly, a proliferation of shops and restaurants.  Every urban neighborhood needs mixed-use to thrive and Spring and Cannon … Continue reading →

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