Sherwood Forest is a central West Ashley neighborhood in ZIP 29407 — about 2.5 miles from Avondale — of 1950s–1970s mid-century brick ranch homes, with no HOA. The streets wear storybook names (Robinhood Dr, Prince John Dr, Kirkless Abbey Dr), and the draw is the location: Mulberry Park & Food Forest around the corner and West Ashley Bikeway access.
In short: Sherwood Forest is central-29407's mid-century brick-ranch neighborhood with a fairytale street-name theme and Mulberry Park & Food Forest — a Charleston Parks Conservancy project from 2024 — practically around the corner. Michael Jager, a Charleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty (SC license #125890, 843-478-4801), works with buyers and sellers in Sherwood Forest and across West Ashley.
About Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest wears its theme on its street signs: Robinhood, Prince John, Kirkless Abbey. The homes are 1950s–1970s mid-century brick ranch — no HOA — in central West Ashley, about 2.5 miles from Avondale. Around the corner is Mulberry Park & Food Forest, the Charleston Parks Conservancy's 2024 project, and the West Ashley Bikeway is accessible from the neighborhood.
| ZIP | 29407 |
| Location | Central West Ashley, ~2.5 mi from Avondale |
| Homes built | 1950s–1970s |
| Home types | Mid-century brick ranch |
| HOA | None |
Where exactly Sherwood Forest is
Sherwood Forest sits in central West Ashley, about 2.5 miles from Avondale, near Mulberry Park. Streets include Robinhood Dr, Mulberry St, Pineview Rd, Acacia St, Prince John Dr, Pratt St, Staffordshire Dr and Kirkless Abbey Dr. Forest Acres is the other central-29407 mid-century neighborhood worth comparing, and Westwood sits closer to Avondale proper.
The housing stock in Sherwood Forest
Mid-century brick ranch, 1950s–1970s — one-story, brick, built across two decades, so expect real variety: some homes largely original, others opened up and updated. No HOA keeps the carrying costs simple, and the condition spread between original and renovated is the pricing story.
Commuting from Sherwood Forest
Central West Ashley: Avondale and Savannah Highway are close, downtown Charleston is a straight shot east, and Folly Beach is the easy weekend drive.
Schools near Sherwood Forest
Charleston County School District — verify current zoning with the district before buying.
Michael's take on Sherwood Forest
[MICHAEL: your take on Mulberry Park & Food Forest — what it means for the streets around it]
[MICHAEL: your take on the 1950s–1970s brick ranch spread here — original vs. updated, and how you price the gap]
If you're selling in Sherwood Forest
- Who buys here. Central-29407 buyers who want brick ranch without HOA fees, plus park-adjacent lifestyle buyers drawn to Mulberry Park & Food Forest.
- Price to actual comparable condition. A 1950s original and a reworked 1970s ranch are different products — the two-decade build range here means the comp set has to be tight.
- The inspection report drives the negotiation. On mid-century 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. 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 Sherwood Forest
- Think resale from day one. Central location, a real park around the corner, and no HOA — those hold.
- Right neighborhood, right investment. Brick ranch bones; budget the systems. Buy the best lot and light you can and renovate at your pace.
- The market shifts; I'll track the streets. Offer from the actual recent sales on these blocks, not from list prices.
Life in Sherwood Forest
Neighborhood association: A shared Ardmore–Sherwood Forest Neighborhood Association exists; there is no single dedicated neighborhood website.
Amenities: Mulberry Park & Food Forest (Charleston Parks Conservancy, 2024) around the corner; West Ashley Bikeway access.
Events and traditions: Conservancy programming at Mulberry Park is the neighborhood-adjacent calendar.
Worth knowing: About 2.5 miles to Avondale; no HOA.
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 Sherwood Forest?
Central West Ashley in ZIP 29407, about 2.5 miles from Avondale, near Mulberry Park — with streets like Robinhood Dr, Prince John Dr and Kirkless Abbey Dr.
What kind of homes are in Sherwood Forest?
1950s–1970s mid-century brick ranch homes, with no HOA.
What is Mulberry Park & Food Forest?
A Charleston Parks Conservancy project completed in 2024, right around the corner from the neighborhood.
Is there a neighborhood association in Sherwood Forest?
A shared Ardmore–Sherwood Forest Neighborhood Association exists, but there is no single dedicated neighborhood website.
Who is a real estate agent who works in Sherwood Forest?
Michael Jager, a Charleston-born real estate agent with eXp Realty, works with buyers and sellers in Sherwood Forest 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