It was honestly hard to narrow the pros down to just 5, and there are a few more cons as well. If you'd like to chat and learn more about Charleston, I'd love to connect!
@@Khyboh thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’d be happy to help you figure out if Charleston is a good fit. What works best for you, talking over the phone or email?
I grew up there as my dad was in the navy. The last 5 years we had a house there. I lived at the beach and my bathing suit was always on under my clothes in the summer. We left when my dad retired and I was 16. I cried myself to sleep for months and when it snowed probably 6 foot total that winter I cursed this place. I adjusted and have always longed to return which we will do when we retire, to far away to get a good visit right now. It is beautiful there and I enjoyed every museum there was. I love history to this day and probably because I grew up there. To this day I still have a little accent left!
Thank you for sharing your story! I'm sorry to hear you had to leave Charleston, but I do hope you're able to return. The beach, museums, and warm climate await you!
I agree with every single thing on both of your lists. This was easily one of the most accurate 4-5 minute videos of this kind I've seen yet. I'd like to add as a Pro that Charleston is very centrally located in the coastal south. It is less than a days drive to Atlanta, Charlotte, Savannah, Columbia, Wilmington, Raleigh, Greenville SC, Asheville and Jacksonville Fl. So if you want to visit the mountains or need something you'd only find in a really big city or are just looking to explore it's a great base to start from. A con for me is that you will have to do a little of that traveling to take in major league professional sports, big time college sports, a big amusement park or major concert and that would probably mean an overnight stay to enjoy those facilities. Great video!!!
Thank you so much, I’m glad you think so! And I agree with you on your added Pro - it is an easy drive to a lot of great places and major cities down South. And you’re right about major sporting/concert events and amusement parks too - I do wish we had some bigger venues here. I wouldn’t be surprised in the coming years if more development happens on that front with how many people are moving here. Thank you for commenting and watching! 😊
I can’t imagine seeing the 30 year change in traffic, it’s gotten bad in even the last few years I’ve been here. But agreed, I love it here so much and love that you do too!
Great video! Fellow Realtor here servicing Myrtle Beach, SC. I've been in South Carolina for 5 years now and Con #2 is what I miss most about New York, it was nice being able to drive a few minutes to some awesome hiking but what we didn't have up there was the beach!
Thank you! Yeah it is a little disappointing, but you're right about the beach! I didn't grow up near the mountains or beach, so having at least one of those now makes me happy. :)
The traffic is the worst I've ever experienced and I've driven in places like Atlanta. There are wrecks everywhere every day, people drive really dangerously. Then it gets backed up from that and also for no reason at all. Rush hour is all afternoon lol. Plus unless you are rich you are forced to live over an hour away from where you work. Not worth it. Been here 5 years and I think it's a nice place to visit but totally overrated for living here.
Great video! Seen many about Charleston and this was another good one. I cannot wait to visit Charleston with my family. I think the problem will is that we won't want to leave 🤣
Good to hear it’s flat. My family is thinking of moving there very soon. We live in Nashville TN Rn and I have really bad vertigo from living in the mountains.
You forgot to mention the traffic! They keep building apartments, houses etc. but do nothing about the roads. I live near Hollywood S.C.and have to get by the Main Road and 17 traffic..This is my biggest con..
Yes true, the traffic is getting worse. I didn’t mention it in this video but I’ll have to do another video about it. Being in West Ashley I can relate - 17 gets so bad sometimes!
NO ROAD WIDENING!!!!!!!!!! Charleston needs to build combust bike infrastructure and sidewalks. Not to mention stop building such "cottage" styles homes situated on HUGE lots. I love Charleston, but can't stand the ugly and unnificient suburbs
All the people moving in destroyed my home of 25 years, the crabbing is gone, the waterways like the roads congested, the locals are gone, the place I love is now the place I hate,
Your hair is so shiny. Tough to get a shine on blonde hair. Thanks for your pros and cons. I visited for the first time July 2020. Fell in love! That was only the beginning. And as for the mosquitos, do you have O+ blood? That's their favorite. I understand your struggle. Lol. Best wishes!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you love it here, it’s certainly a beautiful place to live and vacation. :) And I honestly don’t know my blood type, I should probably find that out 🤔 you’re probably right about that though haha, sorry you share in the struggle. Best wishes to you as well!
How do you feel about crime in Charleston? Do you generally feel safe? When you go out on a Saturday night and stay out late how do you feel safety wise? Thanks
Hi there. As a real estate agent, I am unable to talk about crime at the risk of losing my license due to fair housing laws. I recommend turning to google or police for data on local crime, or asking other locals. Sorry I can't be more helpful!
I have lived in Charleston since 1991. James Island, West Ashley, Johns Island, & Downtown. Crime is not a huge thing in DT, and in most of the barrier island. If you push out to Monks Corner, Goose Creek, North Charleston, Summerville, Dorchester, and Ladson, you may see an uptick. But with gentrification the DT area is pushing up into to those areas. So the crime and poverty is being pushed further North due to the cost of living.
You don't come to Charleston for hate and fear. you come for a different reason. Maybe you will see it. You have to look beyond your ideology and realize that we were the worst culprits of the civil war. But we learned and we teach.
I’d say go somewhere else in SC since I don’t like the increasing population, mainly because of the simultaneous increase in infrastructure that kinda fucks over the charm it used to have for me growing up here. But honestly it’s past that point for me now and I’m probably moving the second I’m done with senior year of HS. If you get here and think it’s crowded here or anything population wise, I wouldn’t expect it to get better, trust me, it’s not just tourism months, it’s year round and it gets worse every year. That’s just me personally, I didn’t choose to be born here though still would have as I had a pretty awesome childhood growing up here. I just wouldn’t want to live here now but that’s because it’s changed and honestly I’d rather get something completely fresh than watching my childhood memories slowly get hacked at as infrastructure grows, especially since I grew up on Daniel Island which has gone from mostly woods to a haven for infrastructure and expensive housing. I already got kicked out of my old home because prices shot up and continue to for housing since my mom rented the place as a single mother. It probably won’t be a problem for you, but if it does become one, just remember it’s going to continue to get worse so just be contentious that the area is always changing nowadays. I grew up a history buff so I can confirm that it’s an amazing city and honestly, other than what’s left of my childhood memories and landmarks and the opportunity for money in the are, the history is the only reason that I consider staying. It’s a pretty place still but it’s a different kind of pretty than it used to be and than it’s made out to be. The Downtown Area is pretty much the same vibe as it’s always been kind of. It’s always been the main haven for infrastructure but it’s jarring in the way it clashes with the historical architecture. If you do move, get on the water in some way, shape, or form. It’s one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the not-so-lonely calmness feeling of the area. Definitely get outside and visit new areas. I have plenty of memories of sitting out on my Grandparents house in Awendaw SC which is kinda near the peninsula area. Plenty of memories of going boating with friends in the waters surrounding the peninsula. The infrastructure and people isn’t bad per say as it brings in money, etc. It’s just not the same for me so it gets kinda depressing sometimes watching things that are kind of important to you get bought out or something like that. It seems like a happy and vibrant area and it is but it gets very chaotic and old really quick. A lot of the glee you see is fake and more to get tourism more than anything. I mean, we’re arguably nice people from what I understand, I don’t deal with people being rude often at least and even then they are often tourists who get pissed at random things that they can’t do or are limited from which is understandable since they’re on vacation and expect a tourist city to be well adjusted for that(spoilers: we’re not all the time). I don’t meant to be a pessimist, it’s just a mix of my personal subjective and objective beliefs and feelings. It’s all in the eyes of the beholder really, just be wary of what’s predicted to happen in the future. It can get monotonous sometimes with the daily buzz and all. And, the small town feeling is also very jarring with the daily buzz akin to a more developed area. It’s a great place for vacations as well because of the water, but since you plan on moving, I’d definitely say get a hobby or a few that relate to the area since I don’t see a lot of newcomers doing that. I definitely think the boat to car ratio has gone down a bit in the past decade or so. It keeps that area a live to have that kind of balance. Even just basic fishing is a good way to pass time and immerse yourself in the area, you don’t need a big boat or anything, just a rod and a good spot and some prior knowledge(you can learn). If you don’t already have a plan for a hobby or something other than just living your life in the area in general, trust me, it’s worth it. I don’t know how to explain it further really since honestly it’s all feelings. The pretty aspect and all the description you get of the area from people like the poster, at least to me, cover parts that are really only going to look good for a second and at first glance, the kinds of things pitched to tourists. They aren’t really going to hold your interest for the years you’re going to be living here. If you treat it like a tour’s, you’ll be left with nothing to do but the daily buzz of the day and you’re not going to get the most value out of living in the area. Obviously, you don’t have to start right away, but you should at least keep it in mind especially for if you’re ever getting bored of the area and the daily buzz. I’ve seen too many people bitter or bored about the area when they moved here but seemed to only know about the tourist attraction side of Charleston outside of their daily lives. For example, I love history and I love the history of the area, but I’m not going to the museum and York Town aircraft carrier every other day. I’ve been to each maybe 10 times in the 17 years I’ve lived here, and trust me, that’s enough unless you want to work there.
@@tbsupratom7232 I appreciate your response and enjoyed reading about your experience here. I can definitely understand that it would be hard to see the place you've grown up in completely change. The infrastructure and traffic have been a struggle and it's unfortunate that people are getting pushed out due to price increases. I also agree that vacationing here and living here are completely different. Thanks again for your comment as I'm sure lots pf people will find it helpful!
@@RICHFOW Everyday no matter what time. People going to Johns Island block a whole lane for us trying to go straight..and now the are building apartments right next to the Publix"s on Main Road!!!
U are wrong about the snow. There was alot more than a tiny bit. We had 7 inches of snow in Summerville, and the rest of the area averaged 4 inches. Then there was alot ice on the roads. U need to better research on the situation.
You're right, I understated the amount of snow we had. I was in Mount Pleasant and we did get about 4 inches but I didn't realize Summerville had 7 inches. Much of my audience is comprised of people living in northern areas where they deal with way more snow in one season than we experience in a decade. I understand that, for Charleston, it was a substantial amount and that was kind of my point. I appreciate your feedback and I'll consider replacing hyperbole with precision in the future. Thank you so much for watching!
I didn't care for all the traffic on the roads and the summers are humid. I would rather stay off the coastline anyway. I like the beach ,but not all the time.
I feel like these aren’t real cons just the weather and bugs I need to know if there are some serious cons like crime, traffic, overly crowded, lack of entertainment or fun things to do, expensive to live, etc.
Hi Chalynda, thanks for the feedback. As a REALTOR®, I am legally not allowed to talk about crime, but I do have videos on things to do in Charleston and a video on the cost of living. I will also be doing a video on traffic soon, as traffic has certainly gotten worse here over the past few years. I have found that there is a lot to do here between local events, outdoor water activities, shopping, museums, dining, etc. Some people will say it is over crowded, but I'd say it depends on where you're coming from as everything is relative. Happy to answer any questions you may have for a more personalized approach to the area - my number is 843-834-0855 and email is katarina@buychshomes.com!
As I high school sophomore, I may move to Charleston, South Carolina in the future only if I receive an admission to Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina.
@@nasirmohammed2810 he is majoring in Accounting and Finance. His route is different because he served in the military first, so he didn’t have to be a cadet and go through the same process. I’m not sure exactly what the requirements are, so I would look at their website to see admission rates. I hope that helps!
He is on campus, but I think as a cadet you have to live on campus for at least the first few years. I’m not sure how much it costs, but I’m sure if you lived off campus renting a house or apartment and having roommates would help with the cost.
Hi Antankya! Based on a few sites (payscale.com and ziprecruiter), it looks like the average salary in Charleston is around $60k, so that is not too far off! I think $50k is doable, but it depends on your lifestyle as well and what kind of housing you are wanting. I'd be happy to talk more about the housing part to see if that helps you figure out if Charleston is the right place for you. Congrats on the offer!
It wasn't really bad until everyone started coming now traffic is as early as 2 or 3 pm now it used to be at 5-6pm.. I am annoyed.. lived here all my life and I fully agree! WE FULL 🤣🤣🤣
@@antonioburke458 That's awesome! My grandmother is from Germany but I've never been (yet). Well when you move back to Charleston, let me know if you need any help house hunting!
I’m sure you will get used to the heat just fine then! That is exciting. If you need any help figuring out where to move here I’d be happy to assist :) my number is (843) 834-0855 if there’s anything I can do for you.
@@moumitamajumder7485 Hi Moumita, yes I’d love to connect and help! What is the best way for us to talk more? I’m happy to chat on the phone or email, whatever is best for you.
Hi I'm looking to move to the area we have family in summer something near Charleston. Do you know of any short term furnished places for rent? Basically looking for am affordable airbnb type thing but would prefer to pay for a month rather than daily If you know of anything let me know thanks
@@KatarinaWestRE Lower the better shooting for as close as possible to $1000 for a month, number of rooms don't matter since it's temporary we have little kids but they usually come in whatever room we're in anyway
@@MX-CO Hello, I have asked around and looked but I haven’t been able to find a month long rental near $1000, especially furnished. I will keep looking but I would look at Airbnb and VRBO for now. Do you plan on renting or buying here? I will be able to help more with long-term housing. 😊
I live in the heart of charleston. I can tell u that the beaches, plantations, being near other cities like Savanah, Georgia and myrtle beach is by far the best things about Charleston today. Mt Pleasant is beautiful but the nice and clean places are only for the wealthy people same as Charleston and anywhere near the islands. Other than that the city has gone downhill big time downtown is full of rats, cockroaches, smells terrible, extremely expensive, Charleston is a college party city drunk students is all there is in downtown Charleston, drugs are extremely common, if you are not making a good salary or come from a wealthy family then Charleston is not for u. Charleston has historical places and safe locations but it comes with a price the average person can't afford it. I work as a mental health therapist in Charleston and I can tell everyone to stay away from Charleston if ur looking for a nice southern place to live! If u want a place to party, non-stop drinking, drugs, or just a weekend visit then Charleston is ur place.
Hi! Legally I'm not allowed to talk about crime, but I recommend looking at sites like realtor.com that have crime maps available, or I'm happy to connect you with the local police department if you'd like data on crime. Sorry I can't be more help, but if you have any other questions I'd love to give them a shot! Where are you currently located?
Thank you! Yes I would say it’s a great area for young professionals. As Charleston is rapidly expanding, more and more companies are moving here which provides more employment opportunities for professionals, old and young. Downtown especially has a lot of young professionals with MUSC, The Citadel, and the College of Charleston right there. Have you been here before?
yes. they have been trying to label it the silicon harbor of the east coast. but its not cheap. not as pricey as seattle, porland, or san fran… but well on its way.
people call charleston a living musceum. and its absolutely true. but u will be fearful, because we accept and take ownership of our horrific history. we dont project blame. and we certainly didnt vote for graham or dumpf.
It's hard to say and I think it would depend on who you talk to. I don't want to tell you wrong, so I would turn to google for voting data! Sorry I can't help more with that.
The city of Charleston, as in the peninsula itself, is liberal leaning. As you get into the surrounding areas it leans more conservative. I’ve lived here all my life & everybody for most part gets along very well together. Here’s the thing about Charleston & native Charlestonian’s. When we’re threatened as whole, like with Hurricane Hugo, we all pull together. And you either pitch in, or stay out of the way.
What about gay retirees moving to Charleston? I’ve been considering Charleston for a few years now but just not sure or know much about the gay community there. Thanks in advance for any comments!
Hi there! There is 1 gay bar that I know of called Dudley's and it's located in downtown Charleston. From what I've heard personally from friends, there is a small, tight-knit gay community here but I'm sure it depends on where you are coming from as far as how it compares. I do recommend coming to Charleston to check it out, and I hope you find it welcoming and wonderful here!
There are a lot of fun/romantic date ideas to do here so I'd say dating is great, but it also just depends on what you are looking for. I did find this article stating that Charleston was ranked in the top 20 cities for single men: charlestondaily.net/charleston-sc-ranked-as-19th-best-city-for-single-men-in-latest-study/
I haven't been single for a while so I can't verify personally, but there is good night life here and a lot of fun things to do! I guess it depends on what your definition of single life is.
I'm not from Charleston (thank god), but I am from the south and I take issue with the statement that we don't know how to deal with snow. We're capable of using the same tools that everyone else uses to deal with it. It's not some mystical power that you're born with or not. However, snow is so rare down here that it is economically foolish to buy those tools and pay to maintain them when they will almost never be used. Then there's the fact that the snow will be gone in a day or two; we don't get 6 to 8 months of snow like they do in the north. Financially, it's cheaper for everyone involved to stay home for a day or two and wait for the thaw. Also, aside from the decent seafood in the area, I cannot, for the life of me, figure out why everyone raves about the restaurants here. They are average, at best. I've been here for 5 years now and have yet to find an exceptional Chinese or Mexican restaurant. Some are okay. Most are bad. We can add to the cons the fact that you can't operate a bar here without serving food. So, unless you wait until after 10 or 11pm to go out, you will be dealing with kids while you're trying to have a drink with friends and watch the game. Plus, the liquor stores here close at 7pm. Welcome to the bible belt.
Thanks for your insight, it's always interesting to hear other perspectives. About the snow, I didn't mean to offend. I meant it in a joking manner because of course we are all capable of dealing with snow tools, but because we don't have the resources to deal with it, everything tends to get shut down here. I agree with you that it wouldn't make financial sense for local governments to invest in snow tools because of how rare snow is here. Sorry to hear you don't like the food here. I'm with you on the liquor rules, it's annoying that liquor can't be sold past a certain time and that you can't just buy it in a grocery store. Oh well! If you do end up relocating, I hope you find a place you love.
Lol if that’s the worst you can think of Charleston sounds like Utopia….you must not be very fun. And why would your assessment of good restaurants be if Chinese or Mexican on the east coast lol you need to refine your palate
Thanks for sharing your perspective. Where do you think you’ll relocate? If you need any help selling your home here or finding an agent where you’re headed, just let me know!
@@KatarinaWestRE you are so kind! We have already purchased a home in Las Vegas and will relocate soon. Our home here is on Daniel island, our goal is to rent it out and sell it tenant occupied. I will for sure keep you in mind when we start the transition.
@@ettakate35 that’s exciting! My fiancé is from California and he misses a lot about being out west. I’m sure Las Vegas will be awesome! And that’s a great idea to rent it out. The rental inventory is low (especially on DI) so I’m sure it’ll rent fast. I’m just a call or text away when you’re ready or if you have any questions in the meantime. 😊 843-834-0855
It is truly one of the best cities in the world to live in! The people are super-friendly and the state is sanely-run, unlike the blue states in the Northeast, upper Midwest and the Left Coast. The only negatives I would add is the pretty high housing costs, due to lots of emigres from the dysfunctional and colder north - and some suburban areas (most notably, Mt Pleasant) have seen too much growth and congestion, and not all of it is nice. I used to think it was one of the nicest suburbs anywhere, and the "new" bridge is awesome, but it is just too much development, which is changing the vibe. The Olde Village is great, however. The entire Lowcountry is a gem, and Charleston is great, but I hope it never loses its southern charm and roots. I do not want to see it morph into South Florida, which is just NY/NJ South! The mountains are only about 3.5 hours away, so a perfect weekend getaway.
Thank you for your comment, Jim! I agree with you completely. Hopefully Charleston maintains its charm despite a lot of new development. I’m glad you love this city too!
True!! I made this video before the gnats came out from their lair for the season, so I forgot how bad they were. Hopefully they can be lumped into the mosquito category for the sake of this video haha.
Go a little further south to Parris Island and you have sand fleas instead of gnats. Ask any Marine who went through boot camp there and they will tell you that the sand fleas are what they remember most about SC!
I live in Atlanta and it used to be Republican but everyone from failed cities like NY, Chicago and LA all moved here and voted in a bunch of Demarcates and now we have high taxes and crime. The schools are only good for handing out free lunches. Stacy Abrams does nothing for working folk. If you have no ID you can not have a job , have a bank account, rent a car, fly, buy beer. If a person can not do any of the above, why would they care to vote. Nobody cares theses they are home bound but it is unfair they can not vote. I think are too smart to fall for this.
Yes there are many condos and townhomes that don't flood or require flood insurance, especially as you go further inland. Also, many condos and townhomes cover flood insurance as part of the HOA/regime fee. And the majority of retirement communities seem to be single family homes or 55+ apartments, but there are communities that have townhome options within them!
@@KatarinaWestRE thank you for the reply. I am hoping to retire in 2 years so I am starting my research and SC is appealing to me. I do prefer condos and not in a flood area but drivable to the beach.
@@petergianakos373 Of course! Happy to answer any other questions you might have. If you want to email me at katarina@buychshomes.com, I can also send you a more personalized list of places to check out!
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It was honestly hard to narrow the pros down to just 5, and there are a few more cons as well. If you'd like to chat and learn more about Charleston, I'd love to connect!
Hello. Thanks for the video. I would like to connect. Thinking about moving there.
@@Khyboh thanks for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I’d be happy to help you figure out if Charleston is a good fit. What works best for you, talking over the phone or email?
Hey Katarina, I’m being considered for a career opportunity but would like to learn much more about that area. I’ve never lived in this state.
@@BMaQue1 Hi Brandon, that is exciting! I'm happy to talk more about the area to see if it's a good fit. Do you have any questions I can help answer?
I grew up there as my dad was in the navy. The last 5 years we had a house there. I lived at the beach and my bathing suit was always on under my clothes in the summer. We left when my dad retired and I was 16. I cried myself to sleep for months and when it snowed probably 6 foot total that winter I cursed this place. I adjusted and have always longed to return which we will do when we retire, to far away to get a good visit right now. It is beautiful there and I enjoyed every museum there was. I love history to this day and probably because I grew up there. To this day I still have a little accent left!
Thank you for sharing your story! I'm sorry to hear you had to leave Charleston, but I do hope you're able to return. The beach, museums, and warm climate await you!
What a great list! I agree! I also moved in from out of state and love it. I'm a REALTOR® as well, thanks for the tips!
Thank you, glad you love it too! Thanks for watching!
I agree with every single thing on both of your lists. This was easily one of the most accurate 4-5 minute videos of this kind I've seen yet.
I'd like to add as a Pro that Charleston is very centrally located in the coastal south. It is less than a days drive to Atlanta, Charlotte, Savannah, Columbia, Wilmington, Raleigh, Greenville SC, Asheville and Jacksonville Fl. So if you want to visit the mountains or need something you'd only find in a really big city or are just looking to explore it's a great base to start from.
A con for me is that you will have to do a little of that traveling to take in major league professional sports, big time college sports, a big amusement park or major concert and that would probably mean an overnight stay to enjoy those facilities.
Great video!!!
Thank you so much, I’m glad you think so!
And I agree with you on your added Pro - it is an easy drive to a lot of great places and major cities down South.
And you’re right about major sporting/concert events and amusement parks too - I do wish we had some bigger venues here. I wouldn’t be surprised in the coming years if more development happens on that front with how many people are moving here.
Thank you for commenting and watching! 😊
Good points but I wouldn't visit Charlotte or atlanta if you paid me, absolute cess pits! I'd defo visit asheville a lot if I lived in charleston
As a Charleston native, I can honestly say that traffic has gotten increasingly bad over the last 30 years but Charleston is home and I love it.
I can’t imagine seeing the 30 year change in traffic, it’s gotten bad in even the last few years I’ve been here. But agreed, I love it here so much and love that you do too!
Thank you for the information. You did a great job!!! Craig
Thank you so much, I appreciate that!
Lived in Charleston years ago .. for about a year and a half. This is a really fair assessment of the city - very nicely done!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you agree!
Great video! Fellow Realtor here servicing Myrtle Beach, SC. I've been in South Carolina for 5 years now and Con #2 is what I miss most about New York, it was nice being able to drive a few minutes to some awesome hiking but what we didn't have up there was the beach!
Thank you! Yeah it is a little disappointing, but you're right about the beach! I didn't grow up near the mountains or beach, so having at least one of those now makes me happy. :)
There is no hiking near Charleston?
Hi nick I have a few questions about moving down to SC do you have an email
The traffic is the worst I've ever experienced and I've driven in places like Atlanta. There are wrecks everywhere every day, people drive really dangerously. Then it gets backed up from that and also for no reason at all. Rush hour is all afternoon lol. Plus unless you are rich you are forced to live over an hour away from where you work. Not worth it. Been here 5 years and I think it's a nice place to visit but totally overrated for living here.
I definitely agree the traffic has gotten worse and has become a serious problem. I will have to make an updated video about the traffic alone!
Not even close to Atlanta traffic.
Great video! Seen many about Charleston and this was another good one. I cannot wait to visit Charleston with my family. I think the problem will is that we won't want to leave 🤣
Yep. That's why we add about 6 cars per day to our traffic issues. But even with the traffic, no one leaves Charleston unsatisfied.
Southern hospitality,I lived in Charlotte,NC,4 seasons,a friend lives out in SC!
Nice! I lived in Charlotte most of my life and love it in SC now, but NC was a great place to live.
I agree, Charleston is awesome! The pros outweigh the cons.
Yes for sure! I’m glad you agree. :)
Charleston is overrated. The water is horrible as well.
With the exception of hurricane season and the intense summer heat & humidity, I definitely agree with you.
Excellent!
Thank you!
GREAT job -- Thanks!
PS: I see mosquitos are great judges of character (Although on the Cons list, they LOVE good, friendly people like you!)
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! And hahah well I wish they weren't if that's the case. Thanks for the compliment!
I live in Brazil but my fiance its from your city and im following you now to know more about my future city.
That's wonderful! I hope you love it when you get here one day :)
This was super helpful thank you!
Thank you, I’m so glad!
Good to hear it’s flat. My family is thinking of moving there very soon. We live in Nashville TN Rn and I have really bad vertigo from living in the mountains.
That’s good that it’s a “pro” for you then! If you have any questions about the Charleston area I’m happy to help.
Really. I have that and have hills all around me. But I love hills and mountains.
You forgot to mention the traffic! They keep building apartments, houses etc. but do nothing about the roads. I live near Hollywood S.C.and have to get by the Main Road and 17 traffic..This is my biggest con..
Yes true, the traffic is getting worse. I didn’t mention it in this video but I’ll have to do another video about it. Being in West Ashley I can relate - 17 gets so bad sometimes!
The traffic was horrible in the 70s and if its not been fixed by now then I can't even imagine.
NO ROAD WIDENING!!!!!!!!!! Charleston needs to build combust bike infrastructure and sidewalks. Not to mention stop building such "cottage" styles homes situated on HUGE lots.
I love Charleston, but can't stand the ugly and unnificient suburbs
All the people moving in destroyed my home of 25 years, the crabbing is gone, the waterways like the roads congested, the locals are gone, the place I love is now the place I hate,
I'm very sorry to hear that that has been your experience. I'm sure Charleston has changed a lot.
Thank you!!!
Thank you for watching!
Been going to Charleston for over 4 decades now I just can't deal with the hurricane season. The one reason why I would never live there.
Your hair is so shiny. Tough to get a shine on blonde hair. Thanks for your pros and cons. I visited for the first time July 2020. Fell in love! That was only the beginning. And as for the mosquitos, do you have O+ blood? That's their favorite. I understand your struggle. Lol. Best wishes!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you love it here, it’s certainly a beautiful place to live and vacation. :) And I honestly don’t know my blood type, I should probably find that out 🤔 you’re probably right about that though haha, sorry you share in the struggle. Best wishes to you as well!
@@KatarinaWestRE My hair gets crazy with the humidity. here.LOL
@@pamelahsmithsmith2366 me too! Lol sometimes I just give up on making my hair look nice in the summer. It’ll end up frizzy anyway!
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@@KatarinaWestRE Oh, yeh, that would happen to me too, just have to pull it up.
Super helpful video, thanks so much!
I’m glad you found it helpful! Thank you for watching 😊
How do you feel about crime in Charleston? Do you generally feel safe? When you go out on a Saturday night and stay out late how do you feel safety wise? Thanks
Hi there. As a real estate agent, I am unable to talk about crime at the risk of losing my license due to fair housing laws. I recommend turning to google or police for data on local crime, or asking other locals. Sorry I can't be more helpful!
I have lived in Charleston since 1991. James Island, West Ashley, Johns Island, & Downtown. Crime is not a huge thing in DT, and in most of the barrier island. If you push out to Monks Corner, Goose Creek, North Charleston, Summerville, Dorchester, and Ladson, you may see an uptick. But with gentrification the DT area is pushing up into to those areas. So the crime and poverty is being pushed further North due to the cost of living.
@@chrisdufala7917 Thank you.
i moved to charleston in 91. this is my home. and a good place to be.
You don't come to Charleston for hate and fear. you come for a different reason. Maybe you will see it. You have to look beyond your ideology and realize that we were the worst culprits of the civil war. But we learned and we teach.
I definitely want to move down there. Applying for jobs there right now :)
That's great! Best of luck and let me know if there is anything I can do for you when you make it down here!
I’d say go somewhere else in SC since I don’t like the increasing population, mainly because of the simultaneous increase in infrastructure that kinda fucks over the charm it used to have for me growing up here. But honestly it’s past that point for me now and I’m probably moving the second I’m done with senior year of HS. If you get here and think it’s crowded here or anything population wise, I wouldn’t expect it to get better, trust me, it’s not just tourism months, it’s year round and it gets worse every year. That’s just me personally, I didn’t choose to be born here though still would have as I had a pretty awesome childhood growing up here. I just wouldn’t want to live here now but that’s because it’s changed and honestly I’d rather get something completely fresh than watching my childhood memories slowly get hacked at as infrastructure grows, especially since I grew up on Daniel Island which has gone from mostly woods to a haven for infrastructure and expensive housing. I already got kicked out of my old home because prices shot up and continue to for housing since my mom rented the place as a single mother. It probably won’t be a problem for you, but if it does become one, just remember it’s going to continue to get worse so just be contentious that the area is always changing nowadays. I grew up a history buff so I can confirm that it’s an amazing city and honestly, other than what’s left of my childhood memories and landmarks and the opportunity for money in the are, the history is the only reason that I consider staying. It’s a pretty place still but it’s a different kind of pretty than it used to be and than it’s made out to be. The Downtown Area is pretty much the same vibe as it’s always been kind of. It’s always been the main haven for infrastructure but it’s jarring in the way it clashes with the historical architecture. If you do move, get on the water in some way, shape, or form. It’s one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the not-so-lonely calmness feeling of the area. Definitely get outside and visit new areas. I have plenty of memories of sitting out on my Grandparents house in Awendaw SC which is kinda near the peninsula area. Plenty of memories of going boating with friends in the waters surrounding the peninsula. The infrastructure and people isn’t bad per say as it brings in money, etc. It’s just not the same for me so it gets kinda depressing sometimes watching things that are kind of important to you get bought out or something like that. It seems like a happy and vibrant area and it is but it gets very chaotic and old really quick. A lot of the glee you see is fake and more to get tourism more than anything. I mean, we’re arguably nice people from what I understand, I don’t deal with people being rude often at least and even then they are often tourists who get pissed at random things that they can’t do or are limited from which is understandable since they’re on vacation and expect a tourist city to be well adjusted for that(spoilers: we’re not all the time). I don’t meant to be a pessimist, it’s just a mix of my personal subjective and objective beliefs and feelings. It’s all in the eyes of the beholder really, just be wary of what’s predicted to happen in the future. It can get monotonous sometimes with the daily buzz and all. And, the small town feeling is also very jarring with the daily buzz akin to a more developed area. It’s a great place for vacations as well because of the water, but since you plan on moving, I’d definitely say get a hobby or a few that relate to the area since I don’t see a lot of newcomers doing that. I definitely think the boat to car ratio has gone down a bit in the past decade or so. It keeps that area a live to have that kind of balance. Even just basic fishing is a good way to pass time and immerse yourself in the area, you don’t need a big boat or anything, just a rod and a good spot and some prior knowledge(you can learn). If you don’t already have a plan for a hobby or something other than just living your life in the area in general, trust me, it’s worth it. I don’t know how to explain it further really since honestly it’s all feelings. The pretty aspect and all the description you get of the area from people like the poster, at least to me, cover parts that are really only going to look good for a second and at first glance, the kinds of things pitched to tourists. They aren’t really going to hold your interest for the years you’re going to be living here. If you treat it like a tour’s, you’ll be left with nothing to do but the daily buzz of the day and you’re not going to get the most value out of living in the area. Obviously, you don’t have to start right away, but you should at least keep it in mind especially for if you’re ever getting bored of the area and the daily buzz. I’ve seen too many people bitter or bored about the area when they moved here but seemed to only know about the tourist attraction side of Charleston outside of their daily lives. For example, I love history and I love the history of the area, but I’m not going to the museum and York Town aircraft carrier every other day. I’ve been to each maybe 10 times in the 17 years I’ve lived here, and trust me, that’s enough unless you want to work there.
@@tbsupratom7232 I appreciate your response and enjoyed reading about your experience here. I can definitely understand that it would be hard to see the place you've grown up in completely change. The infrastructure and traffic have been a struggle and it's unfortunate that people are getting pushed out due to price increases. I also agree that vacationing here and living here are completely different. Thanks again for your comment as I'm sure lots pf people will find it helpful!
Why 🤣🤣 go to NC it's much better.
@@beats4life971 what makes NC better?
Forgot my number one con: Traffic is almost always terrible. (Too many people moving here)!
You’re very right about that (unfortunately). I plan on doing a whole video about the traffic here!
Can’t get any worse than up here in Boston!
I just mentioned that too. I live near Main Rd and 17!!
@@pamelahsmithsmith2366 Main Rd. and 17 is a disaster!
@@RICHFOW Everyday no matter what time. People going to Johns Island block a whole lane for us trying to go straight..and now the are building apartments right next to the Publix"s on Main Road!!!
I love living in Charleston
That’s awesome, me too!
I'm moving from Colorado to SC Charleston can you pls help me I'm moving in may 2022
Yes absolutely! Want to email me what you’re looking for? My email is katarina.schuette@gmail.com
Cons - pollen and the hard water.
U are wrong about the snow. There was alot more than a tiny bit. We had 7 inches of snow in Summerville, and the rest of the area averaged 4 inches. Then there was alot ice on the roads. U need to better research on the situation.
You're right, I understated the amount of snow we had. I was in Mount Pleasant and we did get about 4 inches but I didn't realize Summerville had 7 inches.
Much of my audience is comprised of people living in northern areas where they deal with way more snow in one season than we experience in a decade. I understand that, for Charleston, it was a substantial amount and that was kind of my point. I appreciate your feedback and I'll consider replacing hyperbole with precision in the future. Thank you so much for watching!
I didn't care for all the traffic on the roads and the summers are humid. I would rather stay off the coastline anyway. I like the beach ,but not all the time.
I understand that, it's not for everyone!
Same. I would rather see traffic than road widening which ruins the cityscape.
I feel like these aren’t real cons just the weather and bugs I need to know if there are some serious cons like crime, traffic, overly crowded, lack of entertainment or fun things to do, expensive to live, etc.
Hi Chalynda, thanks for the feedback. As a REALTOR®, I am legally not allowed to talk about crime, but I do have videos on things to do in Charleston and a video on the cost of living. I will also be doing a video on traffic soon, as traffic has certainly gotten worse here over the past few years. I have found that there is a lot to do here between local events, outdoor water activities, shopping, museums, dining, etc. Some people will say it is over crowded, but I'd say it depends on where you're coming from as everything is relative. Happy to answer any questions you may have for a more personalized approach to the area - my number is 843-834-0855 and email is katarina@buychshomes.com!
great video！thank you from China 🥰
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😁
Sorry for the rating. Sounds like good content, but music is overwhelming and does not match verbal tempo.
Thank you for the feedback.
As I high school sophomore, I may move to Charleston, South Carolina in the future only if I receive an admission to Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina.
That’s great! My boyfriend is currently going to school there as a Veteran Day student and he loves it. Best of luck to you!
What is your boyfriend currently majoring in that college?
Do you think it is easier or difficult of getting admission into this college? What was your boyfriend journey to get admission into this college?
@@nasirmohammed2810 he is majoring in Accounting and Finance. His route is different because he served in the military first, so he didn’t have to be a cadet and go through the same process. I’m not sure exactly what the requirements are, so I would look at their website to see admission rates. I hope that helps!
Great Military school, my dad was in the class of 44, the class that never was, all the upcoming seniors went to war..
Is your boyfriend living off campus or living on campus at Citadel college? Where is cheaper to living at Citadel college?
He is on campus, but I think as a cadet you have to live on campus for at least the first few years. I’m not sure how much it costs, but I’m sure if you lived off campus renting a house or apartment and having roommates would help with the cost.
Nice primer. Good job.
Thank you so much!
Is $50K a year good salary in Charleston ? I got an offer but I dunno if thats doable .. Can someone from Charleston give me their opinion please ?
Hi Antankya! Based on a few sites (payscale.com and ziprecruiter), it looks like the average salary in Charleston is around $60k, so that is not too far off! I think $50k is doable, but it depends on your lifestyle as well and what kind of housing you are wanting. I'd be happy to talk more about the housing part to see if that helps you figure out if Charleston is the right place for you. Congrats on the offer!
Does Citadel College has popular sports such as cross country, track and field?
Yes I believe so!
Love visiting Charleston!!!
The No.1 Con is the absurd traffic. We full. Don't move to Charleston.
It wasn't really bad until everyone started coming now traffic is as early as 2 or 3 pm now it used to be at 5-6pm.. I am annoyed.. lived here all my life and I fully agree! WE FULL 🤣🤣🤣
Another pro, people are friendly :)
Yes, agreed! :)
Good video, thank you!!
Thank you!!
My daughter and her husband and 3 granddaughters live here.
That's great! I hope they love it here.
Im looking to move back again next year summer and Jesus the real estate market there is terrifying
It's definitely gone up in price! How long have you been away from Charleston?
@@KatarinaWestRE 7 years, to Austin, TX then to Germany 🇩🇪
@@antonioburke458 That's awesome! My grandmother is from Germany but I've never been (yet). Well when you move back to Charleston, let me know if you need any help house hunting!
@@antonioburke458 stay in Germany. I would move to Germany in a heartbeat if I could.
We are moving to Charleston from Chicago..hope will enjoy the warmth ...coming out of the freezer
I’m sure you will get used to the heat just fine then! That is exciting. If you need any help figuring out where to move here I’d be happy to assist :) my number is (843) 834-0855 if there’s anything I can do for you.
I was born in Minneapolis, lived here since 1967.. I miss the changing of seasons.cold is in my DNA..LOL.we have warm and hot for our seasons..
@@KatarinaWestRE hi..can you please enlighten me about any affordable safe neighborhood near MUSC..we are going to move soon
@@moumitamajumder7485 Hi Moumita, yes I’d love to connect and help! What is the best way for us to talk more? I’m happy to chat on the phone or email, whatever is best for you.
@@pamelahsmithsmith2366 so true!! Although cold is not I’m my DNA so I can handle it pretty well 😂
Hi I'm looking to move to the area we have family in summer something near Charleston. Do you know of any short term furnished places for rent?
Basically looking for am affordable airbnb type thing but would prefer to pay for a month rather than daily
If you know of anything let me know thanks
Hello, that is exciting! I’ll see what I can find. What are your criteria as far as beds, baths, price point, anything else important?
@@KatarinaWestRE Lower the better shooting for as close as possible to $1000 for a month, number of rooms don't matter since it's temporary we have little kids but they usually come in whatever room we're in anyway
@@MX-CO okay! Typically Airbnb and VRBO are the best bets, but I am working on finding better deals for you. I’ll keep you posted!
Thanks
@@MX-CO Hello, I have asked around and looked but I haven’t been able to find a month long rental near $1000, especially furnished. I will keep looking but I would look at Airbnb and VRBO for now. Do you plan on renting or buying here? I will be able to help more with long-term housing. 😊
U forgot to say con 6 traffic
Yeah I should have mentioned that as well! Thank you for the feedback.
Do u know if the college of Charleston is good I’m considering going there
Yes I would say the College of Charleston is a great school, although it depends on what you consider "good" as everyone has different criteria. :)
My daughter graduated from there, great school.she majored in education, then got her masters at the Citadel.
Its a good school. Barbara Bush went there.
I live in the heart of charleston. I can tell u that the beaches, plantations, being near other cities like Savanah, Georgia and myrtle beach is by far the best things about Charleston today. Mt Pleasant is beautiful but the nice and clean places are only for the wealthy people same as Charleston and anywhere near the islands.
Other than that the city has gone downhill big time downtown is full of rats, cockroaches, smells terrible, extremely expensive, Charleston is a college party city drunk students is all there is in downtown Charleston, drugs are extremely common, if you are not making a good salary or come from a wealthy family then Charleston is not for u. Charleston has historical places and safe locations but it comes with a price the average person can't afford it.
I work as a mental health therapist in Charleston and I can tell everyone to stay away from Charleston if ur looking for a nice southern place to live! If u want a place to party, non-stop drinking, drugs, or just a weekend visit then Charleston is ur place.
I hope not, I am sure they still do have police to patrol the area. I always notice it being clean.
Thinking about moving here, but I heard the crime was high....is that true??
Hi! Legally I'm not allowed to talk about crime, but I recommend looking at sites like realtor.com that have crime maps available, or I'm happy to connect you with the local police department if you'd like data on crime. Sorry I can't be more help, but if you have any other questions I'd love to give them a shot! Where are you currently located?
Great video! I'm considering making the move to Charleston, is it a popular area for young professionals?
Thank you! Yes I would say it’s a great area for young professionals. As Charleston is rapidly expanding, more and more companies are moving here which provides more employment opportunities for professionals, old and young. Downtown especially has a lot of young professionals with MUSC, The Citadel, and the College of Charleston right there. Have you been here before?
yes. they have been trying to label it the silicon harbor of the east coast. but its not cheap. not as pricey as seattle, porland, or san fran… but well on its way.
people call charleston a living musceum. and its absolutely true. but u will be fearful, because we accept and take ownership of our horrific history. we dont project blame. and we certainly didnt vote for graham or dumpf.
Would you say its more liberal or conservative there?
It's hard to say and I think it would depend on who you talk to. I don't want to tell you wrong, so I would turn to google for voting data! Sorry I can't help more with that.
I heard you shouldn’t move to sc if you hate trump lol
@@paige-95 yes dont
The city of Charleston, as in the peninsula itself, is liberal leaning. As you get into the surrounding areas it leans more conservative. I’ve lived here all my life & everybody for most part gets along very well together. Here’s the thing about Charleston & native Charlestonian’s. When we’re threatened as whole, like with Hurricane Hugo, we all pull together. And you either pitch in, or stay out of the way.
@@dhannaecg I agree!!
Also put on bug spray
I have yet to find a bug spray that fully works against the mosquitos and no-see-ums, but if you know of a good one let me know! haha
Perfect video to watch while you’re taking a dump
Possibly moving from Canada and I have so many more questions
Let me know if I can help answer any of your questions!
What about gay retirees moving to Charleston? I’ve been considering Charleston for a few years now but just not sure or know much about the gay community there. Thanks in advance for any comments!
Hi there! There is 1 gay bar that I know of called Dudley's and it's located in downtown Charleston. From what I've heard personally from friends, there is a small, tight-knit gay community here but I'm sure it depends on where you are coming from as far as how it compares. I do recommend coming to Charleston to check it out, and I hope you find it welcoming and wonderful here!
How's dating there?
There are a lot of fun/romantic date ideas to do here so I'd say dating is great, but it also just depends on what you are looking for. I did find this article stating that Charleston was ranked in the top 20 cities for single men: charlestondaily.net/charleston-sc-ranked-as-19th-best-city-for-single-men-in-latest-study/
how is the single life tho?
I haven't been single for a while so I can't verify personally, but there is good night life here and a lot of fun things to do! I guess it depends on what your definition of single life is.
@@KatarinaWestREwould I be able to meet my southern belle there? Haha
Unless your rich you should never ever ever ever ever ever try to make it here
Mosquitos love blood type O
That’s probably my blood type then! (I should really know my blood type…)
nice video
Thank you so much!
People trying to change the look of Charleston
I'm not from Charleston (thank god), but I am from the south and I take issue with the statement that we don't know how to deal with snow. We're capable of using the same tools that everyone else uses to deal with it. It's not some mystical power that you're born with or not.
However, snow is so rare down here that it is economically foolish to buy those tools and pay to maintain them when they will almost never be used. Then there's the fact that the snow will be gone in a day or two; we don't get 6 to 8 months of snow like they do in the north. Financially, it's cheaper for everyone involved to stay home for a day or two and wait for the thaw.
Also, aside from the decent seafood in the area, I cannot, for the life of me, figure out why everyone raves about the restaurants here. They are average, at best. I've been here for 5 years now and have yet to find an exceptional Chinese or Mexican restaurant. Some are okay. Most are bad.
We can add to the cons the fact that you can't operate a bar here without serving food. So, unless you wait until after 10 or 11pm to go out, you will be dealing with kids while you're trying to have a drink with friends and watch the game. Plus, the liquor stores here close at 7pm. Welcome to the bible belt.
Thanks for your insight, it's always interesting to hear other perspectives. About the snow, I didn't mean to offend. I meant it in a joking manner because of course we are all capable of dealing with snow tools, but because we don't have the resources to deal with it, everything tends to get shut down here. I agree with you that it wouldn't make financial sense for local governments to invest in snow tools because of how rare snow is here.
Sorry to hear you don't like the food here. I'm with you on the liquor rules, it's annoying that liquor can't be sold past a certain time and that you can't just buy it in a grocery store. Oh well! If you do end up relocating, I hope you find a place you love.
Lol if that’s the worst you can think of Charleston sounds like Utopia….you must not be very fun. And why would your assessment of good restaurants be if Chinese or Mexican on the east coast lol you need to refine your palate
Another Pro: good looking women
I have been here for 5 years and I can’t think of any pros. I’m relocating ASAP along with nearly all of my neighbors who hate just as much.
Thanks for sharing your perspective. Where do you think you’ll relocate? If you need any help selling your home here or finding an agent where you’re headed, just let me know!
@@KatarinaWestRE you are so kind! We have already purchased a home in Las Vegas and will relocate soon. Our home here is on Daniel island, our goal is to rent it out and sell it tenant occupied. I will for sure keep you in mind when we start the transition.
@@ettakate35 that’s exciting! My fiancé is from California and he misses a lot about being out west. I’m sure Las Vegas will be awesome! And that’s a great idea to rent it out. The rental inventory is low (especially on DI) so I’m sure it’ll rent fast. I’m just a call or text away when you’re ready or if you have any questions in the meantime. 😊 843-834-0855
It is truly one of the best cities in the world to live in! The people are super-friendly and the state is sanely-run, unlike the blue states in the Northeast, upper Midwest and the Left Coast. The only negatives I would add is the pretty high housing costs, due to lots of emigres from the dysfunctional and colder north - and some suburban areas (most notably, Mt Pleasant) have seen too much growth and congestion, and not all of it is nice. I used to think it was one of the nicest suburbs anywhere, and the "new" bridge is awesome, but it is just too much development, which is changing the vibe. The Olde Village is great, however. The entire Lowcountry is a gem, and Charleston is great, but I hope it never loses its southern charm and roots. I do not want to see it morph into South Florida, which is just NY/NJ South! The mountains are only about 3.5 hours away, so a perfect weekend getaway.
Thank you for your comment, Jim! I agree with you completely. Hopefully Charleston maintains its charm despite a lot of new development. I’m glad you love this city too!
Flat ain’t no con ain’t gotta walk up damn da hill
Lol, that's true!
Unless your poor
Wait, girl you forgot the gnats! They eat you alive!!
True!! I made this video before the gnats came out from their lair for the season, so I forgot how bad they were. Hopefully they can be lumped into the mosquito category for the sake of this video haha.
Go a little further south to Parris Island and you have sand fleas instead of gnats. Ask any Marine who went through boot camp there and they will tell you that the sand fleas are what they remember most about SC!
@@FrankP846 That sounds awful!
@@KatarinaWestRE Hi ..are the gnats and mosquitoes everywhere or just certain areas.
@@DONALD1951 I would say they're pretty much everywhere unfortunately!
Only pros.
Gal you geechee
How so?
Did you know that SC is the most violent state in the nation?
I did not, where did you learn that?
Very ugly cityscape creates ugly people
I live in Atlanta and it used to be Republican but everyone from failed cities like NY, Chicago and LA all moved here and voted in
a bunch of Demarcates and now we have high taxes and crime. The schools are only good for handing out free lunches. Stacy Abrams
does nothing for working folk. If you have no ID you can not have a job , have a bank account, rent a car, fly, buy beer. If a person can not
do any of the above, why would they care to vote. Nobody cares theses they are home bound but it is unfair they can not vote. I think
are too smart to fall for this.
easy dude, they dont like facts or truth to much.
South Carolina is deep red just as NY is deep Blue. You can't blame the other parties when you make up the majority.
What a beautiful lady you are
Aw thank you ☺️
Is there condos or townhouses that dont flood or need flood insurance? Are there retirement communities within condos or townhouse associations?
Yes there are many condos and townhomes that don't flood or require flood insurance, especially as you go further inland. Also, many condos and townhomes cover flood insurance as part of the HOA/regime fee. And the majority of retirement communities seem to be single family homes or 55+ apartments, but there are communities that have townhome options within them!
@@KatarinaWestRE thank you for the reply. I am hoping to retire in 2 years so I am starting my research and SC is appealing to me. I do prefer condos and not in a flood area but drivable to the beach.
@@petergianakos373 Of course! Happy to answer any other questions you might have. If you want to email me at katarina@buychshomes.com, I can also send you a more personalized list of places to check out!