Area Info

Folly Beach is a city that is located on Folly Island, which resides just south of Charleston. It is a famous and highly attractive place to live not just due to the beachcombing lifestyle, but also to iconic landmarks like the Folly Beach Pier. It is a smaller island stretching 1,000 feet out into the open ocean and its quaint downtown center is lined with boutiques and day shopping. So inhabitants never need to leave the island if they don’t want to. Whether you are looking for a beachfront locale or a villa, there are a vast number of housing options to choose from. Folly Beach is a place where you can live vacation 365 days a year.

The Eastside of Charleston is a historic part of the city that is an up and coming hip spot. Many renovations projects in the area like the revamping of the Cigar Factory on East Bay and Columbus Street are a reason that it is a desirable area for young professionals in the city. The neighborhood is still being transformed, but it is sure to meet or exceed expectations as the “place to be” in downtown Charleston.

Hampton Park Terrace is a perfect spot for a homebuyer who wants all the advantages of a backyard without the hardships of maintaining it. The park, which is the heart of the neighborhood, holds activities throughout the year that gives Hampton Park Terrace a close-knit community feel. Because it is adjacent to restaurants and shopping, Hampton Park Terrace is a dream for those who want to live and play locally.

West Ashley is located just across Ashley River. It is a 56.4 square-mile part of Charleston, but it feels like a community all its own. Seeping with a rich history, West Ashley was established since 1670 and was the first place that people settled in Charleston. It is connected to downtown Charleston by two peninsula bridges and has a ton of historical sites. The beauty is that it is literally close to everything and has hip spots like Avondale for young professionals and Carolina Bay for families to put down roots.

Byrnes Downs is a small neighborhood located in West Ashley. Because it is right off Savannah Highway, it is an excellent place for commuters who want an easy route into and out of the downtown Charleston area. Primarily a place where you can find a moderately priced single family home, it is an area where you still know all of your neighbors and have the security of a close community. There is no shortage of charm in Byrnes Downs, with many of the homes that were initially built in the 1940s still lining its streets. If you are looking for a well-established and mature area of Charleston, Byrnes Downs is a perfect match.