Forest Acres is a small mid-century neighborhood off Playground Road in central West Ashley (ZIP 29407), built around direct access to the West Ashley Bikeway. Homes are mostly 1950s–1960s brick-veneer ranch and bungalow, with some newer custom rebuilds mixed in. It's near W.L. Stephens Pool and Forest Park — and it's not to be confused with Forest Acres in Columbia, SC.
In short: Forest Acres is a mid-century West Ashley neighborhood where the selling point is the lifestyle — ride the Bikeway, swim at W.L. Stephens, walk to Forest Park. Michael Jager, a Charleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty (SC license #125890, 843-478-4801), works with buyers and sellers in Forest Acres, West Ashley SC and across West Ashley.
About Forest Acres
Forest Acres is the kind of neighborhood people describe by what's around it: Playground Road, the West Ashley Bikeway, W.L. Stephens Pool, Forest Park. The houses are mid-century ranch and bungalow, mostly brick-veneer, built in the 1950s and 1960s — with a newer custom rebuild here and there where someone saw the lot value. The City's Forest Acres Phase 2 drainage project was named the 2025 SC Environmental Project of the Year, which tells you the area's infrastructure has been getting real investment.
| ZIP | 29407 |
| Location | Off Playground Road, central West Ashley |
| Homes built | 1950s–1960s |
| Home types | Brick-veneer ranch and bungalow; some newer custom rebuilds |
Where exactly Forest Acres is
Forest Acres sits off Playground Road in central 29407, with the West Ashley Bikeway running right through its daily life. Streets include N Sherwood Dr, Briarcliff Dr and Argonne St. W.L. Stephens Pool and Forest Park are nearby. West Oak Forest shares the same Bikeway/W.L. Stephens orbit, while Sherwood Forest sits a little deeper into central West Ashley.
The housing stock in Forest Acres
Mid-century ranch and bungalow, 1950s–1960s, mostly brick-veneer — solid, modestly sized, and built for the era's lots. A few newer custom rebuilds show what the land is worth when a buyer wants new construction in an established location. Expect original systems in unrenovated homes; that's the pricing lever here.
Commuting from Forest Acres
Central West Ashley puts you between the Avondale corridor and the Savannah Highway commercial strip, with downtown Charleston a straight shot east and the beaches an easy weekend drive.
Schools near Forest Acres
Charleston County School District — verify current zoning with the district before buying.
Michael's take on Forest Acres
[MICHAEL: your take on Forest Acres' Bikeway access — what it actually does for daily life here]
[MICHAEL: your take on the custom rebuild trend — who's rebuilding and what it signals for values]
If you're selling in Forest Acres
- Who buys here. Bikeway-and-pool buyers — active families and first-time buyers who want central 29407 without HOA fees.
- Price to the ranch comps. The custom rebuilds are a different product; don't let one set the price for a 1960s bungalow.
- The inspection report drives the negotiation. On 1950s–1960s systems — electrical, plumbing, roof — expect the inspection to set the terms. A pre-listing look at the big-ticket items keeps you ahead of it.
- One practical note. The drainage-project award is public context, and I've lived here my whole life and understand the flood zone requirements — I can break down what a specific home's FEMA flood zone means for you as a buyer or seller.
If you're buying in Forest Acres
- Think resale from day one. Central-29407 mid-century homes hold on location; the rebuilds set a ceiling, not the norm.
- Right neighborhood, right investment. Buy for the lot and the Bikeway access; renovate at your pace instead of paying flip pricing.
- The market shifts; the streets get tracked. I'll watch what's actually selling on these blocks so you offer from numbers, not guesses.
Life in Forest Acres
Neighborhood association: No formal neighborhood association site reported.
Amenities: Direct West Ashley Bikeway access; near W.L. Stephens Pool and Forest Park.
Events and traditions: Nothing published neighborhood-wide — the calendar here is the Bikeway, the pool, and the park.
Worth knowing: The City's Forest Acres Phase 2 drainage project was named the 2025 SC Environmental Project of the Year. Not to be confused with Forest Acres, Columbia SC.
Nearby eats and coffee
Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar, Boxcar Betty's, Zen Asian Fusion, Frothy Beard Brewing Co.. Coffee: Charleston Coffee Exchange, Flying Biscuit Cafe, Second State Coffee. See West Ashley events for what's on this week.
Sources: listing and brokerage community pages linked above. Checked October 14, 2026. Amenities and HOA details vary; confirm with the association or listing agent.
Common questions
Where is Forest Acres?
Off Playground Road in central West Ashley, Charleston SC, in ZIP 29407 — near the West Ashley Bikeway, W.L. Stephens Pool and Forest Park.
Is this the same Forest Acres as in Columbia, SC?
No — this is Forest Acres in West Ashley, Charleston. Columbia's Forest Acres is a different city entirely.
What kind of homes are in Forest Acres?
Mid-century ranch and bungalow, mostly brick-veneer, built in the 1950s and 1960s, with some newer custom rebuilds.
What is the Forest Acres drainage project?
The City of Charleston's Forest Acres Phase 2 drainage project was named the 2025 SC Environmental Project of the Year — public infrastructure investment in the area.
Who is a real estate agent who works in Forest Acres?
Michael Jager, a Charleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty, works with buyers and sellers in Forest Acres and across West Ashley. Call or text 843-478-4801.
Michael JagerCharleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty, working with buyers and sellers in West Ashley and across the Charleston area. SC license #125890. About Michael · Verify my license