by carolinaone_marketing
5. June 2014 10:54
The city of Charleston, SC has been called "The Holy City" and "Chucktown" by a variety of people, but more simply refer to the historic city as "home." Charleston is one of the fastest growing municipalities in the state, and if current trends continue, there are going to be a lot of people looking for Charleston, SC real estate. When some people look for homes in the city, they're much more concerned with price than they are the actual location. Some may say they want downtown and others may want something in the city's suburbs, but in general a lot of people don't know about the distinct neighborhoods the city has. Every block of the city has its own story, and there are some neighborhoods that people can't seem to resist. If you're interested in moving to the city, consider moving to one of these neighborhoods:
South of Broad
Do you want to move to Charleston because you want to live in a historic "old south" city? Have you been saving up to buy a historic or antebellum home? If you want to live in a neighborhood that is full of old south style and feels like an oasis in a modern world, you should consider moving to South of Broad. South of Broad is quite possibly the most exclusive and famous area in the city. The homes here can vary in terms of price, but this isn't a neighborhood for people that are looking for a "cheap" house.
West Ashley
West Ashley is an area of Charleston that has seen a lot of change over the past few decades. The area is surrounded by beautiful marshes and waterfront vistas, but the area didn't go through its recent population and construction boom until around the 1950s. Since then, a thriving and distinct Charleston district has seemingly popped out of the moss and live oak trees. If you see yourself as the kind of person that would love to spend a few weekend nights in the downtown area, this is the ideal neighborhood. It feels like any other suburban area, but it's a short drive (or bus or train ride) to get to all of the city fun.
North Charleston
In the past, North Charleston used to be popular with naval families who lived near the Charleston Naval Base and people that worked in nearby factories. When the naval base shut down in the 90s, the area lost a lot of families, but their movement led to a significant drop in real estate prices. Now, the area seems to be going through a revitalization, since homeowners and start-up companies have flocked to the area for its affordable property.