Originally known as The Village of Harleston. Harleston Village, as it is now known, was originally granted to John Coming and Henry Hughes in the late 1670’s. Eventually the property was inherited by John Harleston, a descendent of Coming. Later, once the property was finally developed in 1770, it was named after Harleston.
The streets here are named after prominent men of the time. Montagu St. was named after The Royal Governor, Lord Charles Greville Montagu. Bull St. was named after Lt. Gov. William Bull. Beaufain St. was named after Hecter Beranger de Beaufain, Collector of Customs and member of His Majesty’s Council. Pitt St. was named for William Pitt, the British member of Parliament who defended Colonial rights. Other notable figures with streets named after them are John Rutledge, Rutledge Ave. and Christopher Gadsden, Gadsden St.. Both Gadsden and Rutledge were active in local government and later leaders in the Revolutionary War.
Harleston Village Today
Today’s Harleston Village is a vibrate part of the downtown peninsula. Located between Calhoun St. to the North, the Ashley River to the West, Broad Street to the South and Saint Philip St., Archdale St. and Legare St. to the East. Containing most of the College of Charleston campus and next to the Medical College of South Carolina. Harleston Village is an active community with a wide variety of housing option available for a very diverse community of residents. Residents here also enjoy being located near the Battery, the City Marina, and the beautiful Colonial Lake. There is simply plenty to do within a very short distance whether traveling on foot, bicycle or car.
When considering buying a home on the peninsula, this neighborhood should be included on your list. The choices are many and the types of offerings are diverse but you will need some patience. Typically the market here moves pretty fast but is still subject supply and demand. Having an expert guide will be paramount to your success.
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