Top 3 Charleston Neighborhoods To Consider

Are you thinking about moving to Charleston in 2022 but you're not sure where to live? In this episode of The North Chuck Hookup, I'm going to give you the best three neighborhoods to move to in Charleston in 2022. We'll talk about commutes, schools, and living in these top three areas so you can choose the best place to buy your new home.

Most people who moved to Charleston can't live in a mansion downtown. These top three neighborhoods are places you can move to in Charleston and still experience Charleston living.

Mount Pleasant

The first neighborhood I want to tell you about is Mount Pleasant, located on the east side of the Charleston Harbor and the Wando River. One thing you have to understand about Mount Pleasant is the geography of the town. This neighborhood is split by a bridge called the Isle Of Palms Connector, which is locally called the IOP. 

If you're on the south side of the IOP, you're about 7 miles from downtown Charleston. If you're on the north side, you’re about 11 miles from downtown Charleston. If you live on the south side of the IOP, you're about 15 minutes from the airport. At the furthest point on the north point, you're about 25 minutes from the airport. The average Mount Pleasant resident spends about 21 minutes commuting to and from work. 

Mount Pleasant has been recognized for several years as one of the fastest-growing areas in the nation. A huge draw is due to its proximity to the beach and the fact that you can do a lot of waterfront dining. It also has some of the best schools in the area. 

With all of these great features, it's going to cost you. On the south side, you can expect $1.1 million as the average sales price for a single-family home. On the north side, you're looking at about $900,000 for a single-family home. It costs to have all that great living and lifestyle. 

West Ashley

The next neighborhood we're going to focus on is West Ashley. This area is not actually a town but is a district within Charleston. It’s located about 5 minutes from downtown Charleston and about 9 minutes from the airport. West Ashley residents usually spend about 26 minutes commuting back and forth to work, while this area is also known for great schools. 

What's unique about West Ashley is that you'll find it has a lot of lush greenery and marshes peppered throughout the state. In addition, you're going to find that West Ashley is also home to some very unique historic sites. This includes Drayton Hall, Ashley Hall, Middleton Plantation, and Charlestown Landing. 

You will find that while West Ashley is home to a lot of big box retailers, there are plenty of small, eclectic shops. You’ll also find a lot of restaurants and dining areas. West Ashley is also 20 minutes from Folly Beach, a great plus for living in this area. Homes here are a little more budget-friendly in West Ashley, with a single-family home averaging $500,000. 

Summerville

Just 26 miles down the road from Charleston, you're going to find Summerville. This is an area that has experienced tremendous growth, and you'll find it’s more of a suburban place to live. Feeding the growth in Summerville is that employees of some of the biggest companies that have moved to the area live in Somerville. 

This includes companies like Amazon, Google, Volvo, and Boeing. While the city has experienced tremendous growth, it still hasn't lost its southern charm. When you're walking downtown Summerville you may feel like you've landed in Mayberry, but you're still going to be able to get some of the best dining and shopping you can find in the area. 

Summerville is home to some of the most sought-after schools in the area, making it a great choice for families. Also, the commutes aren't too bad, with Summerville commuters spending about 30 minutes to and from work each day. This is a very affordable area, as you'll find that single-family homes run about $365,000 on average. However, you have to accept the fact that you're going to be a little further from the beaches. 

Make Charleston Your Home

While these three areas are great, there are so many more areas to touch on in the Charleston area. If you have any questions about living in Charleston, please make sure you reach out and contact me and I’ll be happy to connect with you.

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