Harrison Acres is a quiet pocket of late-1960s to early-1980s brick ranch and Traditional homes off Savannah Highway in Charleston's 29407 — larger houses on large, mature-tree lots near the West Ashley Greenway. Homes run 1,816–2,822 square feet with 3–5 bedrooms on roughly third-acre lots. It's close to the Charleston Tennis Center, the City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course and Ackerman Park, with Savannah Highway retail and dining minutes away.
In short: Harrison Acres sits off Savannah Highway near the West Ashley Greenway in 29407, close to the Charleston Tennis Center, the City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course and Ackerman Park (Sycamore Avenue entrance). Streets are Markfield Drive, Sanford Road and Lampton Road. Homes are late-1960s to early-1980s brick ranch and Traditional construction — 1,816–2,822 square feet, 3–5 bedrooms, on roughly third-acre lots with mature trees. Michael Jager, a Charleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty (SC license #125890, 843-478-4801), works with buyers and sellers in Harrison Acres and across West Ashley.
About Harrison Acres
Harrison Acres trades on space. Where much of inner West Ashley runs on smaller lots, this pocket off Savannah Highway offers late-1960s to early-1980s brick ranch and Traditional homes on roughly third-acre lots under mature trees — room to spread out, room for a garden, room to add on.
The location does the rest: the West Ashley Greenway is close by, the Charleston Tennis Center and the City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course are neighbors, and Ackerman Park sits at the Sycamore Avenue entrance. Savannah Highway's retail and dining corridor handles everything else, with downtown Charleston a short drive east.
| ZIP | 29407 |
| Location | Off Savannah Hwy near the West Ashley Greenway; near Charleston Tennis Center and Municipal Golf Course |
| Homes built | Late 1960s–early 1980s |
| Home types | Brick ranch and Traditional, 1,816–2,822 sq ft, 3–5 BR |
| HOA | No HOA |
Where exactly Harrison Acres is
Harrison Acres sits off Savannah Highway near the West Ashley Greenway in 29407, with its three streets — Markfield Drive, Sanford Road and Lampton Road — feeding into the corridor's daily life. Nearby: the Charleston Tennis Center, the City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course, and Ackerman Park via the Sycamore Avenue entrance. Parkwood Estates shares the same Savannah Highway–Greenway corridor just down the road, with smaller 1940s–1960s stock.
The housing stock in Harrison Acres
The housing stock is late 1960s through early 1980s — brick ranch and Traditional construction, 1,816–2,822 square feet with 3–5 bedrooms, on roughly third-acre lots. These are bigger houses on bigger lots than much of the surrounding corridor, which is exactly why buyers hunt the pocket.
Mature trees cover most lots. Construction from this era is solid but aging — expect original systems on some homes and thoughtful updates on others. The lot size is the constant: land here is the asset.
Commuting from Harrison Acres
Harrison Acres sits on the Savannah Highway corridor in inner West Ashley — downtown Charleston is a short drive east, the medical and retail districts are close, and I-526 is reachable for the cross-town commute. The Greenway nearby means some trips don't need a car at all.
Schools near Harrison Acres
Harrison Acres is served by Charleston County School District — verify current zoning with the district before buying, as assignments shift.
Michael's take on Harrison Acres
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If you're selling in Harrison Acres
- Sell the lots, not just the house. Third-acre lots with mature trees are the differentiator in Harrison Acres — buyers pay for space in inner West Ashley. Your listing should open with the land and the tree canopy.
- Expect buyers comparing across the corridor. Savannah Highway pockets trade side by side in buyers' minds. Price your brick ranch against Harrison Acres comps, not against smaller-lot neighborhoods nearby.
- Manage the inspection report on 1970s systems. Late-60s to early-80s homes bring the usual suspects: aging HVAC, original plumbing and electrical, roof age. I'll flag what buyers here actually walk over versus what we settle with credits.
- 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 Harrison Acres
- Think resale before you offer. Large lots with mature trees near the Greenway are durable value in West Ashley — after a few years, the land carries the investment even if styles change.
- Invest in the right bones. Brick ranch and Traditional construction from this era holds up well, but original systems are the budget risk. I'll walk you through which homes renovate cleanly and which fight you.
- Check what's around the lot. Tree canopy, drainage and setbacks matter on third-acre lots. I'll verify what you're actually buying — including any easements — before you're under contract.
- Get an agent who understands a shifting market. Corridor pockets reprice fast when inventory or rates move. I grew up in these neighborhoods and track how they trade in real time.
Life in Harrison Acres
Neighborhood association: None — there is no HOA in Harrison Acres.
Amenities: The West Ashley Greenway is close by; the Charleston Tennis Center and City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course are neighbors; Ackerman Park sits at the Sycamore Avenue entrance.
Events and traditions: No formal association calendar — recreation flows through the nearby tennis center, golf course and Greenway instead.
Worth knowing: Large lots with mature trees are the draw; Savannah Highway retail and dining are minutes away.
Nearby eats and coffee
Swig & Swine, Early Bird Diner, Home Team BBQ, Frothy Beard Brewing Co. Coffee: Charleston Coffee Exchange, Flying Biscuit Cafe. See West Ashley events for what's on this week.
Sources: Harrison Acres neighborhood overview and Harrison Acres neighborhood profile. Checked October 14, 2026. Verify HOA status, zoning and flood details before buying.
Common questions
What streets are in Harrison Acres?
Markfield Drive, Sanford Road and Lampton Road — off Savannah Highway near the West Ashley Greenway in 29407.
What types of homes are in Harrison Acres?
Late-1960s to early-1980s brick ranch and Traditional homes — 1,816–2,822 square feet, 3–5 bedrooms, on roughly third-acre lots with mature trees.
Is there an HOA in Harrison Acres?
No — there is no HOA.
What's near Harrison Acres?
The Charleston Tennis Center, the City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course, Ackerman Park (Sycamore Avenue entrance), the West Ashley Greenway, and Savannah Highway retail and dining.
Who is a real estate agent who works in Harrison Acres?
Michael Jager, a Charleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty, works with buyers and sellers in Harrison 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