New Business Building In Charleston Boosts City’s Super-Charged Real Estate Market

by carolinaone_marketing 6. November 2017 03:51

 

A new business is rising in the West Ashley district of Charleston and its impact on shopping options is bound to be appreciated by residents. According to The Post and Courier newspaper, construction of the “outparcel” building was expected to wrap up in the fall ahead of businesses moving in before the end of 2017. This is great news when it comes to real estate in Charleston, as the newspaper notes that new construction comes alongside two new leaseholders signing on to an existing portion of the retail center. All told, two new restaurants and a Navy Federal Credit Union bank will have new homes once construction is complete.

This latest economic development is of great interest to those involved in Charleston SC real estate. That’s because it adds to the already juggernaut-like status that the city has gained after being voted second-best city in the world by the readers of readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. The survey also bestowed the honor of best city in the U.S. upon Charleston for the fifth year in a row. With such progress being made, it’s easy to see why those looking to relocate to the largest city in South Carolina are in need of a knowledgeable real estate company. By trusting a company that has decades of combined experience learning the lay of the land when it comes to Charleston SC real estate, you’re certain to find the home that’s the right fit for you. When it comes to West Ashley, where the newest shopping center is currently under construction, hopeful homeowners should know that this portion of the city is known for both its scenic views of the Ashley River and no less than a dozen major shopping centers that add to the convenience of living here.

However, one of the best ways to find the portion of South Carolina and surrounding communities that fit your needs is through online research. Browsing the websites of the best Charleston SC real estate companies like Carolina One Real Estate will teach you plenty about properties in Isle of Palms, Seabrook Island, James Island, Mount Pleasant, Kiawah James and more. Armed with this knowledge of what’s on the market, realtors can then help you better determine a place to live that’s going to make your commute to work, for example, a sheer breeze. If you’re considering a move to the Palmetto State or are a recent South Carolina transplant, we encourage you to find a Charleston SC real estate company that can link you up with everything from a residential home in a good school district or ocean-front property for vacation purposes.

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Magazine Survey Has Folly Beach In The Running For ‘South’s Best’ Small Town Title

by carolinaone_marketing 6. October 2017 07:04

folly beachThe Folly Beach community could be crowned the “Best Small Town” of the south if enough readers of Southern Living magazine bestow the honor upon this South Carolina city of about 2,600 residents. According to The State newspaper of Columbia, South Carolina, Folly Beach is in the running with a number of other local towns as part of the magazine’s “South’s Best 2018” competition. The town of Beaufort took the title last year, but the perks of Folly Beach are still unrivaled when it comes to quaint costal living in a beautiful ocean-side town known locally as the “Edge of America.”

According to Southern Living, the once-a-year survey gives readers a chance to nominate the best attractions of the areas in the magazine’s coverage zone. Further, the magazine gleans information from the survey and gets a little more acquainted with some off-the-beaten-path destinations that have turned into local favorites. Additional categories for the best-of-the-south competition include barbeque joints, beaches, festivals, hotels, small towns and more. According to the magazine, other South Carolina towns that Folly Beach is up against include Myrtle Beach, Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island and a half-dozen other well-known destinations. The survey ends in early October so fans of Folly Beach will need to keep their eyes peeled for the results.

Singing the praises is easy for those who’ve found the perfect Folly Beach rentals. That’s because this community is loaded with tourist attractions and historical sites that make it a worthy contender for the Southern Living competition.  For those who’ve spent time exploring the six miles of coast along the Atlantic Ocean, the allure of this peaceful and picturesque place is undeniable. Truth be told, many of vacationer seeking Folly Beach rentals have turned into full-time residents due to the quality of life in this city that’s a 20-minute and 11-mile drive from  nearby Charleston. One afternoon spent strolling along the Edwin S. Taylor  Fishing Pier -- which is the also the second-longest pier on the East Coast -- is just one way to get a taste of Folly Beach’s many flavors.

By trusting the skilled and local realtors from Carolina One Real Estate, you are sure to receive educated input and information as your search for Folly Beach rentals. That’s because we’ve learned what it takes to be expert real estate agents and bringing aboard those who’ve got their ear to the ground in Folly Beach has been a hallmark of our operations for a long time. With online voting nearly closed for the Southern Living poll, we encourage you to go one step farther and see what this community has to offer you – in person.

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West Ashley SC’s Prime Location Provides Easy Access To (And From) Nearby Attractions

by carolinaone_marketing 22. August 2017 03:58

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Any realtor will tell you that location is everything when it comes to real estate and subtle differences can mean sparing yourself from unexpected headaches. For those looking to relocate to South Carolina, the desire to be near the action is primarily what has driven Charleston’s many successes in recent years. With those headline-grabbing achievements, the city’s population has also been on the rise. With that being the case, plenty of folks have wanted to be near the action in Charleston while still having an easy drive home for a little peace and quiet. For those people, West Ashley SC provides the best of both worlds. Situated along the scenic Ashley River and the Intracoastal Waterway, the approximately 75,000 residents of West Ashley will undoubtedly come to love the charm that’s so easy to find -- regardless of whether you’re looking for a wooded home or one on the waterfront.

Technically, West Ashley is part of Charleston proper but it is home to dozens of distinct neighborhoods, from Avondale to Windermere. One of the main reasons why so many people are choosing to live in West Ashley SC is geography. It’s no more than a 20-minute drive from this area to downtown Charleston. That means all of the attractions of Charleston -- from the docked USS Yorktown to Fort Sumter and Middleton Place -- can be visited on a whim. If you’re having guests over for an extended stay, you’ll be able to easily entertain them by taking the short drive into Charleston. However, it’s the return trip that West Ashley SC homeowners will love, as the benefits of living a short distance away from the so-called “premier destination” of the region offers a long list of perks.

Development of West Ashley dates back to the 1950s, although the region saw a major boom throughout the 1970s and ‘80s that led to increased construction projects. Presently, the numerous places for golf, swimming, tennis and boating provides plenty of leisurely activity. It’s founding can be traced as far back as the late 1600s when colonists first arrived in what’s now South Carolina and those searching for historically-significant sites should see the Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site for a glimpse of the area circa 1670. In recent years, West Ashley has seen a business boom that has helped sites like Ashley Landing, Outback Plaza and Westwood Plaza thrive. According to The Post and Courier newspaper, one of the newest businesses in Ashely, the Black Wood Smokehouse, officially opened in the South Windmere Shopping Center during the summer of 2017.

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Isle Of Palms Beach Replenishment Project Carried Out Ahead Of Summer Tourism Season

by carolinaone_marketing 31. May 2017 07:07

Charleston-south-carolinaWith 2017’s summer travel season about to reach its peak months, millions of Americans will soon go by plane, train or car to vacation destinations both at home and abroad. Moreover, tourism industry experts say this economic engine is a financial boost for local economies. Indeed, the massive annual influx for those few months where beautiful weather and inviting beaches really do perfectly complement each other. One such destination where guests can seek refuge from a bustling beach town while still have easy access to the sands and water is Isle of Palms, located in beautiful South Carolina. This city in Charleston County borders the Atlantic Ocean and is just a short drive from Charleston itself, which offers environmental, historical and leisurely opportunities for visitors of all ages and interests. Those vacationing on the nearby Isle of Palms will appreciate the easy access to the ocean for fishing, swimming and boat tours.

 

Prospective travelers researching vacation rentals Isle of Palms SC should be pleased to hear that local government officials in the region are already getting ready for the tourist season by making much-needed repairs. According to The Post and Courier, beaches in the Charleston area are being rebuilt in the wake of last year’s Hurricane Matthew. Moreover, Isle of Palm’s mayor told the newspaper that beach renourishment is going on there, too, and is being boosted by $15 million in state financial aid. All told, the replenishment project will move some 1.4 million cubic yards of sand back into Isle of Palms beaches, according to the report, which adds that further improvement projects could be carried out in fall 2017.

 

 

Vacationing in South Carolina is both popular and profitable: Popular for tourists because of the variety of local attractions and amenities; profitable for local businesses and the state itself as outside dollars are spent in South Carolina and remain there to boost up the economy. According to a 2016 South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism release, everything from admission tax collections to South Carolina State Park Service revenue and hotel occupancy were on the rise over recent years. For more information on renting a vacation property in Isle of Palms, visit carolinaonerealestate.com.

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Earth-Friendly Construction Projects Ensure Future of Real Estate Market In Charleston

by carolinaone_marketing 10. May 2017 07:07

 

 

 

Charleston-south-carolinaIt’s the halcyon days of development in Charleston, South Carolina and the real estate sector is experiencing growth that any major U.S. city would and should envy. Beyond the wide range of recent positive economic indicators -- from employment gains to an uptick in home sale figures -- builders appear to have the best interests of Charleston at heart as they continue to keep a close eye on smart growth. According to a May 6, 2017 article from The Post and Courier newspaper, environmentally-friendly builders are touting a streamlined construction process that’s faster and friendly to the planet. For those researching our Charleston Real Estate Guide, add these considerate construction companies to the list of reasons why investing in this port city of about 390,000 is a smart financial move.

 

According to The Post and Courier piece, a number of Charleston-area builders and construction officials recently explained their vested interests in erecting homes that have been optimized for the 21st Century. That means these structures are being built faster and for less money, with the latter being an advantage later passed on to the prospective homebuyer; houses hitting the market with solar panels already up and running; a move away from legacy products in construction, such as wood, in exchange for steel and 100-year warranties that come with a steel roof.  According to the report, South Carolina is 27th in the nation for homes with solar panels installed but investment in the industry has climbed some 10 percent to approximately $225.3 million in one year alone.

 

The effect of  not addressing these aspects, according to the article, is waste across the board and landfills with an ever-encroaching footprint. The president of one local steel company told the newspaper that they hope to redefine the home construction industry and that they hope to “do with a house what [electric vehicle company] Tesla's done with a car.” Putting its money where its mouth is, that same steel company recently relocated its headquarters and production facility and planned to start producing rolled steel for construction by the end of summer 2017.

 

Beyond new construction that’s being optimized for future technology, Charleston already offers a plethora of existing home and rentals on the market. That’s due, in large part, to the vast number of tourist attraction in the region and the booming economy. In a spring 2017 update from the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, more than 19,000 single-family homes selling for an average of $330,000 apiece were expected to be sold in the Charleston area in 2017. Moreover, that figure represented a 2,000 unit increase over the 2016 total. For additional information on the Charleston Real Estate Guide, visit www.carolinaonerealestate.com.

 

 

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Real Estate Boom Plus Job Gains Make Charleston Economy ‘Nearly Unstoppable’

by carolinaone_marketing 5. April 2017 06:00

In a headline that heralds across-the-board gains in the Charleston, South Carolina, metro area, one local media outlet has called the economy “nearly unstoppable.” For those considering relocation, the sheer quantity and quality of  Charleston SC homes for sale -- coupled with fiscal stability of the city and beyond -- should do more than enough to instill confidence in prospective buyers.

According to The Post and Courier newspaper, almost all economic indicators are pointing up in 2017 and 2018 – except for unemployment, but that too is good news. The March 2017 update offered by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce cites widespread gains in employment, building permits, airplane passengers, real estate sales and more. The report adds that approximately 10,000 new local jobs are expected to be created in 2017.

According to the chamber document, the Charleston region is expanding by adding 48 new residents daily. Of that figure, 35 are new residents and the remainder and new births. The forecast also celebrates the influx of “well-educated young talent.”

What does this mean for those in the market for Charleston real estate? A local CBS television news affiliate cited recent chamber figures that predict more than 19,000 homes, at an average of $330,000 for a single-family residence, will be sold in the Charleston area this year.  What’s more, the estimate is 2,000 units higher than the number sold in 2016.

Factoring for forecasted sales for the remainder of 2017 as well as 2018, the chamber cites residential home sale figures that have steadily climbed from 10,638 in 2012 to 17,720 in 2016. The chamber’s outlook cites more grocery stores and home improvement centers coming to suburban markets.

Factor in a rich history, tourist attractions as well as the opportunity for beach-front living and it’s clear to see why more and more people are choosing the Charleston area as their next home. For additional information about real estate and Charleston SC homes for sale, call 800-342-2105.

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Considering Charleston, South Carolina Real Estate? Here’s What To Do While In Town

by carolinaone_marketing 31. March 2017 10:40

From pivotal Civil War sites to inspiring art installations and landmarks of natural beauty, there’s plenty to do in South Carolina if you’re considering investing in Charleston real estate. As the state’s oldest city that’s just shy of the Atlantic Ocean, there’s plenty to see, do and simply experience for those seeking a visitor-friendly excursion while mulling a move to the “Holy City” – a nickname we’ll address later.  

- A rivalry realized: Fort Sumter, located in Charleston Harbor, bore witness to the breakout of the U.S. Civil War on April 12, 1861. Confederate forces shelled the site that was constructed in the wake of the War of 1812 and is now a national park.

 - Over the edge: What’s a trip to the coast without a visit to a local shore town? While some of the more well-known resorts are hours away from Charleston, locales like Folly Beach -- known as the “Edge of America” to locals -- and Isle of Palms offer the same sand and water elsewhere along the coast of this country.

- Steeple skyline: The “Holy City” slogan comes from the many church steeples that be seen across Charleston. Many of these institutions of hundreds of years old and date back to the 1800s. Vastly varying in both architecture and denomination, many of these houses of worship continue to host services multiple times each week. Magnolia Cemetery is also the final resting place of some of the state’s well-known  and notorious leading figures.

- Southern comfort: The 2017 iteration of the annual Charleston Wine + Food Festival is scheduled for March 1 through March 5. The event has highlighted local culinary traditions since its founding in 2006 and widely praised by local media for both the quality of food being plated and the talent doing the cooking.

For additional information on Charleston real estate, call 800-342-2105.

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