Upper Downtown Charleston Homes for Sale | Stephanie Wilson-Hartzog

Upper Downtown Charleston, often called the Upper Peninsula, blends historic charm with an energetic, community-focused lifestyle. This sought-after district includes beloved neighborhoods like Hampton Park, Wagener Terrace, and North Central, each offering a unique mix of historic Charleston single houses, renovated bungalows, and modern townhomes.

Just minutes from the heart of Downtown, Upper Downtown residents enjoy easy access to the Charleston Harbor, MUSC and Roper hospitals, and the Ravenel Bridge to Mount Pleasant. The area’s oak-lined streets, colorful architecture, and walkable blocks create a timeless Charleston feel with a vibrant, neighborhood energy.

Dining & Local Favorites
Food lovers will find themselves steps from some of Charleston’s hottest restaurants and cafes. Enjoy wood-fired pizza at Leon’s Oyster Shop, Lowcountry flavors at Rodney Scott’s BBQ, and or dinner at Herd Provisions. Boutique coffee shops, local breweries, and distilleries add to the area’s lively, walkable appeal.

Lifestyle & Recreation
The crown jewel of the area, Hampton Park, offers 60 acres of walking trails, gardens, and community events. Bike around Hampton Park, tailgate at a Citadel football game, or take in sunset views over the Ashley River.

Property Listings

$4,850,000

13 bd 4,571 Sq.Ft. For Sale

221 Ashley Avenue Unit: Abc, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25012404

$4,850,000

13 bd 13 ba 4,571 Sq.Ft. For Sale

221 Ashley Avenue Unit: Abc, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25012402

$4,200,000

11 bd 5,112 Sq.Ft. Active Under Contract

44 Morris Street, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 24029986

$4,186,200

3 bd 3 ba 2,818 Sq.Ft. Pending

609 King Street # 715, Charleston, SC 29403

$3,745,000

$3,695,000

6 bd 3,808 Sq.Ft. Active Under Contract

66 Warren Street, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25001388

$3,695,000

6 bd 6 ba 3,808 Sq.Ft. Active Under Contract

66 Warren Street Unit: Entire Property, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25002958

$3,500,000

4 bd 4 ba 3,068 Sq.Ft. Active Under Contract

40 & 44 Pendleton Street, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25019776

$3,250,000

3 bd 4 ba 6,807 Sq.Ft. For Sale

22 1/2 Mary Street # C Unit: A, B, C, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25003512

$3,250,000

11 bd 6,807 Sq.Ft. For Sale

22 1/2 Mary Street # C Unit: A,B,C, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25003509

$3,250,000

6 bd 6,025 Sq.Ft. For Sale

194-196 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25007619

$3,240,000

4 bd 5 ba 3,250 Sq.Ft. For Sale

71 Moultrie Street, Charleston, SC 29403

MLS®: 25014310

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Overview for Upper Downtown Charleston, SC

22,319 people live in Upper Downtown Charleston, where the median age is 31 and the average individual income is $48,825. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,319

Total Population

31 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$48,825

Average individual Income

Around Upper Downtown Charleston, SC

There's plenty to do around Upper Downtown Charleston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

78

Very Walkable

Walking Score

75

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

40

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Monarch Wine Merchants, Dining In, and Counter Cheese Mongers.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Monarch Wine Merchants page on Yelp Search 1107 King St on Google Maps	Dining	0.39 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dining In page on Yelp Search 1645 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd on Google Maps	Dining	4.21 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Counter Cheese Mongers page on Yelp Search 3973 Rivers Ave on Google Maps	Dining	4.91 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Joan Crosby Shop page on Yelp Search 208A King St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.78 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Orvis page on Yelp Search 535 King St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.93 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Brooks Brothers page on Yelp Search 205 King St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.78 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Exclusive Fishing Charters page on Yelp Search 686 Harbor View Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.47 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jibe Cycling Studio page on Yelp Search 48 Alexander St on Google Maps	Active	1.4 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Meditate A Center for Healing Arts page on Yelp Search 757 St Andrews Blvd on Google Maps	Active	2.48 miles	26 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pale Horse CrossFit page on Yelp Search 62 Brigade St on Google Maps	Active	0.56 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Amorous Dance Pole and Fitness page on Yelp Search 1706 Old Towne Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.88 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Healing Gallery page on Yelp Search 56 1/2 Queen St on Google Maps	Active	1.95 miles	24 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kor4 Elite Fitness page on Yelp Search 1561 Sam Rittenberg Blvd on Google Maps	Active	3.6 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coven Haircraft page on Yelp Search 157 Market St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.73 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Charleston Wellness Studios page on Yelp Search 720 Magnolia Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.93 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the LU NU LA Nail Lab page on Yelp Search 732 S Shelmore Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.99 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the LashLab Studio page on Yelp Search 222 W Coleman Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.01 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Palmetto Clips page on Yelp Search 10 Exchange St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.16 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bee Pretty page on Yelp Search 201 King St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.78 miles	30 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Charles David Salon page on Yelp Search 615 Johnnie Dodds Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.74 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the STOX -Boulevard page on Yelp Search 725 Coleman Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.56 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lash Effects page on Yelp Search 1634 Ashley River Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	3.89 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Upper Downtown Charleston, SC

Population Households Employment

Upper Downtown Charleston has 10,398 households, with an average household size of 2.09. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Upper Downtown Charleston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 22,319 people call Upper Downtown Charleston home. The population density is 4,134.68 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,319

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

31

Median Age

44.27 / 55.73%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

10,398

Total Households

2.09

Average Household Size

$48,825

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Upper Downtown Charleston, SC

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The following schools are within or nearby Upper Downtown Charleston. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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