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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Walk-in closets
  • Energy-efficient appliances
  • Thoughtfully designed
  • Easy access

Location

2040 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA
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Management

The Lily at West Ashley Portfolio

Leasing office

(843) 284-9319

Property Overview

The Lily At West Ashley earns strong marks overall, with an 8 out of 10 rating supported by especially strong price and location scores, plus solid amenity and trustworthiness ratings. It features spacious apartments, walk-in closets, energy-efficient appliances, thoughtful design, and easy access, while also offering 18 photos and nearby top-rated middle and high schools.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, The Lily At West Ashley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Lily At West Ashley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Balcony

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

6189A1R1 bed1 bath758 sqft$1,445 /mo1 unit available
6189B12 bed1.5 bath950 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit available
6189C2P3 bed2 bath1,334 sqft$1,985 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Lily At West Ashley

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units198

About The Lily At West Ashley

HomeApartments in Charleston The Lily At West Ashley

Ideally located minutes from downtown Charleston, College of Charleston, MUSC and the most beautiful South Carolina beaches, The Lily offers the best location in town. With easy access to HWY 61, getting to numerous shopping, dining and entertainment options is a breeze. Make The Lily your new home in Charleston, South Carolina. Our spacious 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments provide both comfort and functionality. From walk-in closets to energy-efficient appliances, each of our floor plans were thoughtfully designed with you in mind.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, The Lily At West Ashley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Lily At West Ashley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Lily At West Ashley
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Lily At West Ashley stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Lily At West Ashley is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Lily At West Ashley is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Lily At West Ashley does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Lily At West Ashley provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Lily At West Ashley is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Lily At West Ashley compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 2.6 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 3.0 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.5 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in Charleston

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 32% lower than 1-bedrooms in Charleston.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Lily At West Ashley to be 42% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Charleston.

3-bedroom apartments at The Lily At West Ashley cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Charleston.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Charleston
A table of studio rental data trends in Charleston
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,819
November 2024$1,804
December 2024$1,788
January 2025$1,754
February 2025$1,741
March 2025$1,778
April 2025$1,861
May 2025$1,876
June 2025$1,850
July 2025$1,847
August 2025$1,854
September 2025$1,823
October 2025$1,682
November 2025$1,689
December 2025$1,695
January 2026$1,675
February 2026$1,738
March 2026$1,708
April 2026$1,820
May 2026$1,922
June 2026$1,898
July 2026$1,944
August 2026$1,874
September 2026$1,827
October 2026$1,827

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,445.
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Schools near The Lily At West Ashley

Bowen's Corner Elementary

1173 williams ln

hanahan, SC, 29461

PK, K-5Public
B+

Philip Simmons Elementary School

2095 seven sticks dr

wando, SC, 29492

PK, K-4Public
B+

Dr. Eugene Sires Elementary School

301 chandler creek rd

summerville, SC, 29485

PK, K-5Public
B+

Sand Hill Elementary School

324 gnarly oak ln

summerville, SC, 29485

PK, K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Charleston near 2040 Ashley River Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2040 Ashley River Rd, Charleston

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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