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West Ashley Gem


5 Paula Dr Charleston, SC

2 Bed
2 Bath

1,102 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Jun. 1st
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,499
1102 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Tide Property Management Co LLC
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$2,499
Available Jun 1st, 2026
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Description

Characterful living meets outdoor serenity in a home designed for comfort, connection, and everyday enjoyment. Located in the heart of Charleston’s West Ashley, this property offers a lifestyle that blends nature, community, and convenience.
Inside, warm wooden ceilings create a distinctive and inviting atmosphere, while the layout supports easy, functional living. Step into a large private backyard anchored by a stunning 300+ year-old live oak tree, complete with raised garden beds, calisthenics equipment, and several young fruit trees planted by the current owner, perfect for those who enjoy outdoor living and gardening.
Set in a family-friendly neighborhood, you’re just a short walk to Avondale’s shops and restaurants, the West Ashley Greenway, dog park, community garden, and the popular weekly farmers market.
Schedule your booking now to experience this one-of-a-kind home.
Lease Signing Fee & Application Process:
If your application is approved, please note there will be a lease signing fee to cover administrative costs related to preparing the lease and ensuring a smooth move-in process. Additionally, a security deposit is required within 48 hours of approval and confirmation of your intent to move forward with the lease. Both the lease signing fee and security deposit are necessary to take the home off the market. Application fees are non-refundable.
Pet Policy:
Pets are welcome in this home! To ensure a smooth application process, a completed pet profile through Petscreening.com is required. There is a non-refundable pet fee of $499 for up to two pets at lease signing, and monthly pet rent will apply.
The link is: https://tidepm.petscreening.com/#top
All Tide Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $59.95/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score with timely rent payments, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, on-demand pest control, and much more! More details upon application.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 1
Last Updated: Updated 31 minutes ago
Contact Number: (843) 212-4065
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WideOpenWest Finance, LLC 1000.0 50.0
WideOpenWest Finance, LLC 1000.0 50.0
Comcast Corporation 987.0 35.0
ViaSat, Inc. 35.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for West Ashley Gem by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$90,000
per year
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West Ashley Gem Rent vs. Charleston Average

 West Ashley Gem      Charleston Average
2BR
$2,499
$2,689
$0
$900
$1,800
$2,700
$3,600

West Ashley Gem is asking 7% less than the average 2 bedroom apartment in Charleston.

If you upsized to an average priced Charleston 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 20% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Charleston 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 34% less per month.

West Ashley Gem provides 2% less square footage than the average Charleston 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
West Ashley Gem
2BR $2,499 $2.30 $7,497
Charleston Average
Studio $3,838 $4.80 $11,515
1BR $2,014 $2.60 $6,042
2BR $2,689 $2.40 $8,067
3BR $3,375 $2.30 $10,125
4BR $5,330 $2.60 $15,990

Availability in Charleston

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 457 1BR units on the market in Charleston. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
4% 43% 35% 14% 4%
Available Units in Charleston
Studio 41
1BR 457
2BR 377
3BR 152
4BR 42
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Citadel Infirmary 1.92 mi.
Ralph H Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center 2.23 mi.
Musc Medical Center 2.56 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
St. Andrews Public Service District Fire Department 1.48 mi.
Charleston Fire Department 1.49 mi.
James Island Public Service District Fire Department 1.75 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes, there is 1 unit available at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 1 unit available for move-in on June 01, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
It's 1,102 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
West Ashley Gem has a 2 bedroom unit starting at $2,499.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 5 Paula Dr in Charleston, SC. It's 3.8 miles west from the center of Charleston.
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