So Many (MORE) Places to Go In Charleston
I have a friend coming to visit this weekend from the cold, snowy trenches of Minneapolis, MN. We've been compiling a list of things to do while she's in town. This is no easy feat- this list is now three pages long and really it's just the tip of the proverbial iceberg . We've only got three days! She lived in Charleston for several years so we were able to cut out the obvious. There is our...
Celebrating at our Annual King St Holiday Parade Party
For the past few years, we've decided to have our company party on the Sunday of the annual King Street Holiday Parade. Why? Because our office is on King St and because it's a whole lotta fun. So each of these Sundays starting about Noon, we have a pot luck, employees, agents, friends and lots o' family and kids down to 214 King St to be merry and watch the parade go by. Here are a couple of...
Have your say: What are the top two things you look for when searching online for a home?
So when I check out a house online for a client, there are a few things I look for and a few things I wish I had that are not always provided. What about you? What is your wish list? Tell me what you think! (Obviously price and location are of utmost important - so I left those out. 🙂 ) [polldaddy poll=4179129]
I am Thankful for…Southern Food
I am taking this moment to say Happy Thanksgiving and to talk about how living in Charleston has expanded my food palate more than I could have thought just moving a few states away. I grew up in the midwest and lived up north for awhile, but I had never heard of a fried turkey for Thanksgiving until I moved down to Charleston. Finding the exact origin of the fried turkey has not been easy to...
Bon Appetit! In Charleston
Charleston was recently featured in Bon Appetit magazine. There's a great review of places to dine in the Fall, where to stay, and what to see and do. Click on the pic below to download the 2 page article!
Welcome Back
I thought I would share a recent post from Betty's Blog. It is a short uplifting video that should jump start anyone's day. Enjoy!
Downtown Market Stats for November 2010
Here are some of the most current real estate market stats for downtown Charleston. Inside the Crosstown: October 2010: 22 residential closings for $14.2 million October 2009: 12 residential closings for $19.5 million Year to Date: 2010: 225 closings for $174 million 2009: 173 closings for $153 million Average Sale 2010: $775,320 Average Sale 2009: $886,181 (12.5% more) This is still a good time...
Betty Poore’s November Update
Good chilly morning! We have had all the rain we need, thank you! It finally cleared up here and for the next week we are going to have sunshine, blue skies and temperatures in the mid seventies. Life is pretty darn good here on the Charleston Coast. Real estate activity lately has been on the rise. We are seeing an increase in the number of properties sold, but a decrease in sales prices....
Featured Property: 366 Woodland Shores Road, James Island
Looking for a wonderful home close to both Downtown Charleston and the BEACH? This is a great 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a beautiful, large yard that is ideal for outdoor entertaining. The charming Craftsman style cottage has been beautifully maintained and features a sun-filled kitchen, remodeled baths, large bedrooms with spacious closets, and a sunroom. There is currently a fantastic...
An Evening with Evan Thompson: Old Meets New in Charleston’s Historic Preservation
Evan Thompson, the new Director of the Charleston Preservation Society, will be speaking with Charleston Peninsula residents about exciting new programs and initiatives at the Society. Enjoy a Q&A session and cocktails at the Real Estate Studio of Dunes Properties, 214 King St. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served, and you'll get a chance to mix and mingle with the downtown real estate...