Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Pine Forest Country Club in Summerville, SC. Dan Ryan Builders is currently constructing 45 homes in the northern end of this upscale golf course community. These new homes include many features and upgrades, while still being marketed at a reasonable price for the neighborhood- from the high 100k's to the low 200k's. With seven models available, buyers have access to the community golf course, tennis, pools, and clubhouse...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/jun/12/dryanpnfor/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Liberty Cottages located in the Park West neighborhood of Mt. Pleasant, SC. A community catering to active mature adults, plans call for low-maintenance homes at a reasonable price. Adjacent to Somerby retirement and assisted living center, the homes feature brick accented exteriors, hardwood floors, garages, landscaped yards, and screened porches. Senior-friendly features such as wheelchair accessibility, walk-in showers, and 42 inch wide doorways are present in the models. Some plan options include second bedrooms off the master that would be great for a caretaker...

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Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on FieldView subdivision located in Summerville, SC. Traditional style new homes in a small town setting was the community concept, however changing times warranted providing excellent homes at affordable prices. The community features lowcountry-style manor homes with plenty of features. Still maintaining a cozy atmosphere, and only five minutes from downtown Summerville...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/jun/26/fieldview/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on The Preserve at Fenwick Plantation, an emerging new home construction development on Johns Island, SC. The available semi-custom home designs with high-end floor plans were a hit locally in a new Kiawah Island development, and are being re-introduced into this market. Quality construction on or near Stono River marshland, these homes can be built slightly faster than a custom home, and have room for customization. Elevators and copper roofs are possibilities on certain plans. Custom home designs can also be constructed...

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Real Estate- Record Lows Continue for Mortgage Rates

Now is a great time to buy your first home, trade up from your existing home, or refinance! The 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to a new low of 4.54 percent this week...

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http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2010073001?OpenDocument

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on The Preserve at The Clam Farm, a new townhome village on James Island, SC. Just down the road from Folly Beach, these luxury mid-rise townhomes have marsh or wooded views, and are low maintenance. Built on the site of a former shellfish farm, amenities here include a swimming pool with cabana, and ten boat slips available for sale on Sol Legare Creek...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/jul/03/prsvclmfrm/

Mount Pleasant, SC- Named to Best Small American City List

Mt Pleasant, South Carolina has been chosen number 100 for the best small American cities to call home per a new Money magazine report. Ranked based upon economic factors, schools, crime rates...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/jul/14/town-wins-spot-in-money-list/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Marrington Villas at Cobblestone, a new community in Goose Creek, SC. These one story maintenance-free patio homes have been attracting various interest from first time home buyers, retired people, and also downsizers. The village includes duplexes and fourplexes, as well as single family homes. With stone and brick sided exteriors, all come with two and a half garages...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/jul/10/marrnvilla/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Bee Street Lofts located in  beautiful downtown Charleston, South Carolina. With some condos having views of the Ashley River, this upscale mid-rise condo community downtown is certainly on the rise. Convenient to major downtown roads, and within walking distance to MUSC and other area hospitals, available lofts feature eleven different floor plans. One, two, and three bedroom units from 806 to 2053 square feet remain...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/may/29/beestlofts/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on the new homes built by Lennar Homes in Hunters Bend, located in Ladson, South Carolina. Lennar Homes' portion of this new home community features many options as standard, and at a cost that won't break a new home buyer's budget. Thirty one three or four bedroom homes are available, with some home plans featuring details such as vaulted ceilings, recessed lights, and bonus rooms. Also ideally located close to I-26, and a short walk to new Berkeley County schools...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/jun/05/hntrbndlnr/

Real Estate-Fundamentals of Selling a Home

Today's real estate market requires four basic fundamentals to remember when selling your home. By following these simple rules your home will be easier to sell in today's marketplace.

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http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2010043002?OpenDocument

Home Buyers & Sellers Quiz

So you think you know what recent home buyers and sellers want? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz. Maybe you can answer a few questions of your own that will help in your next real estate sale or purchase.

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http://www.realtor.org/rmoquiz2.nsf/UnderstandBuyersSellers?OpenForm

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Baker Plantation located in North Charleston, South Carolina. This Harbor Home new home community situated off Otranto Road boasts eleven different floor plans ranging in size from 1,261 to 3,300 sf, with pricing from the $130's to the low $200's. Harbor Homes has also developed purchase discounts for eligible teachers, military, and medical personnel, as well as law enforcement, firefighters, and EMT's. 100% financing is also available to those who qualify...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/may/15/bakrplharb/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Hidden Hills located in Summerville, South Carolina. Large wooded estate lots from .62 to 4.5 acres are available to build your custom home on, and at a reasonable price. Flexibility is key in Hidden Hills, with no timeframe to build and the ability to choose your own contractor. Within ten minutes of downtown Summerville and close to shopping...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/may/08/hiddenhlls/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Linnen Place in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The goal with this new subdivision off Hamlin Road is to create new East Cooper residences that are structurally sound, all under a $300,000 price range. With four 'flexible' styles to choose from, the neighborhood is small, with only fifty eight dwellings planned. Choices include such things as a master bedroom upstairs or downstairs option, and exterior brick or stone accents. Tons of upgrades are available, including stainless appliances, garden tub with separate showers, and hardwood floors...

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Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on The Gardens of Whitney Lake, located on beautiful Johns Island, South Carolina. The 'resurrected' townhome (and single family home) community have moderately priced townhomes available overlooking a decent sized lake. Community plans include a dock and gazebo on the lake, and walking trails through the property. Most kitchens include stainless appliances and granite countertops, while other options are available including detached garages. Located close to downtown Charleston...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/apr/03/whitneylak/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Sable on the Marsh located on beautiful James Island, South Carolina. These luxurious marshfront duplex/triplex townhomes with views as far as Folly Beach possess numerous 'upscale' features, including cement board siding, one car garages, granite, hardwood floors, and wrap around porch. At three bedrooms, three baths, and 1638 square feet, these townhomes...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/apr/17/sablemarsh/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Summers Bend on the Ashley in North Charleston, South Carolina. These lofts and townhomes are attractively priced, and include numerous perks such as its close proximity to the Ashley River, a community dock, neighborhood pool, and outdoor cooking pavilion. A huge plus is that the community is close to Boeing...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/mar/20/summrsbend/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on golf communities in Charleston, South Carolina. Homes on the golf course typically tend to be in high demand, and lots are sold at a premium. The Charleston area now boasts around thirty golf course communities including Rivertowne, Dunes West, Stono Ferry, Wild Dunes, Daniel Island Park, and The Club at Wescott. Reasons for the high demand on golf course real estate include privacy, great views, and also investment purposes...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/mar/27/glfproprty/

Charleston Real Estate Spotlight

Our weekly Charleston area neighborhood blog focuses on Waterside Landing in Summerville, South Carolina. This KB Home community off Dorchester Road will consist of at least thirty-six homes built to national Energy Star standards. The KB philosophy of "build-to-order" helps buyers personalize their home to their specific needs. A mix of ranch and two story homes, the community features elevation changes and a scenic nature trail leading to the Ashley River...

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http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2010/mar/13/wsidelandn/