Voted the “best-mannered” city in the U.S and one of the fastest growing central cities in South Carolina is also one of the oldest cities in the entire USA. This city is Charleston SC. An opportunity in the venerable Charleston SC real estate market has also made it one of the most desirable places to locate a business and build a home.

What are the factors that have influenced the Charleston SC real estate market? It could be the hometown look as one of America’s cities with streets lined with trees in comfortable neighborhoods or the colorful cottages on the water-front, or it may be the economic and job opportunities constantly available. It could be the beautiful days and warm crisp nights that bring this excitement as well. Of course, the answer could be in the people themselves, with their southern charm and polite manners.

A wealth of history emerges from this 17th century colony known as Charlestown. Early Charleston SC real estate was commissioned for military purposes. Early Charlstown facilitated important resources during the American Revolution and agin in the Civil War. Nearby Fort Moultrie and Fort Sumter are active tourist spots. Another point of historical prominence is the Old Exchange and Customs House located downtown. Its dungeon held some of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence after their arrest from British soldiers. In 1788 this very building was the place where the signing of the ratification of the United States Constitution by South Carolina took place, and later, in 1791 hosted events for George Washington.

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