Welcome to Summerville, South CarolinaLocated just 30 miles from Historic Charleston, Summerville, SC has been aptly named the “Flower Town in the Pines.” Since the turn of the 19th century, people have flocked to Summerville to see the millions of spring blossoms, particularly multi-colored azaleas, scattered among dozens of public and private gardens.
Summerville was first inhabited in the late 1700s by Charlestonians seeking to escape the summer heat, mosquitoes and disease. Settlers and pioneers moving up the Ashley River in search of higher elevations discovered a magnificent pine-forested ridge. Progress brought the railroad and the subsequent destruction of many trees. As a result, one of the oldest laws prohibiting the cutting of mature trees was enacted.
Struggling to survive the aftermath of the Civil War, the town suffered extensive damage from the earthquake of 1886, followed by a fire that destroyed the town square. Good fortune arrived in the late 19th century when Summerville became recognized internationally as one of the two best places in the world for the treatment of lung disorders. The turpentine scent emanating from the pine trees was suspected of having healing powers. Soon inns, hotels and winter homes sprung up to accommodate the influx of travelers.
Modern day Summerville has a population of 33,000, has over 700 local buildings on the National Historic Register and its Dorchester II school district is among the best in the state. Summerville High School’s football coach, John McKissick is America’s winningest high school coach with over 530 victories. There are scores of historic plantations and gardens open to the public as well as numerous quaint bed and breakfasts. The Woodlands Resort and Inn is South Carolina’s only Mobil Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Inn and Dining Room.
Driving through the downtown area, you will see historic homes, huge trees draped with Spanish moss, quaint shops and new communities. Just outside the town, you will find numerous neighborhoods that have been developed with every home buyer in mind, from large homes in a beautiful country club setting, to smaller homes that are very economical. The average sales price according to the tri-county MLS is slightly over $200,000. | More Local Area InformationGoose Creek, South Carolina is located in both Charleston and Berkeley counties a few short miles from the historic city of Charleston. The city wa... Read moreHanahan, a small city of approximately 14,000 people is located in Berkeley County, South Carolina, about thirty minutes from Historic Charleston... Read moreWith a population of 80,000, North Charleston is the 3rd largest city in South Carolina. Incorporated in 1972, North Charleston has grown from ... Read moreThe town of Moncks Corner, South Carolina most probably takes its name from Thomas Monk, c.1738. Monk owned and operated Mitten Plantation, ... Read moreLaced by tidal creeks and surrounded by rivers and waterways, Johns Island, South Carolina offers a large variety of waterfront lots and newl... Read moreLocated within the city limits of Charleston, South Carolina, Daniel Island is one of America’s most prestigious master-planned communities. Th... Read moreCharleston, South Carolina has often been referred to as “America’s Best Kept Secret.” Founded in 1670 by settlers in search of religious freedom... Read moreThe city of Charleston, SC is the seat of Charleston County, located just south of the midpoint along South Carolina’s coastline. Charleston, know... Read moreCharleston is not only an intriguing place to visit, it is also a fabulous place to live. For those wishing to relocate to Charleston, SC, th... Read moreLocated on the Atlantic Ocean, Metro Charleston, South Carolina, is blessed with a natural harbor, clean rivers and barrier islands with miles o... Read moreOne of the sea islands, James Island is primarily a relaxed, residential island community featuring beautiful, family-oriented neighborhoods... Read moreMt. Pleasant, South Carolina is a city of approximately 60,000 people located across the Cooper River from historic Charleston, SC. Mt. Pleasant i... Read moreWith its quiet residential neighborhoods and semi-tropical terrain, Sullivan’s Island, SC is a classic Charleston beachfront community. Located jus... Read moreDue to its convenient location near Charleston, pleasing climate, and abundance of recreation, the Isle of Palms is not only a great place t... Read moreThe Isle of Palms is a barrier island along the southern coast of South Carolina about 20 minutes from historic Charleston, South Carolina.... Read moreIsle of Palms is a barrier island along the coast of South Carolina, near the historic city of Charleston. Although the island had many visitors i... Read moreWhen the early settlers entered Charleston harbor they passed Folly Island’s tree lined northern coast. They named this island paradise Folly, whic... Read moreKiawah Island is a town and island located off the southeastern coast of South Carolina, situated in the region’s Lowlands. The island gets its nam... Read moreLocated on a beautiful barrier island just 21 miles south of historic Charleston, South Carolina lies Kiawah Island, a world class resort and premie... Read moreAdjacent to Kiawah Island and a mere 30 minutes from Charleston, Seabrook Island offers visitors and investors alike the ultimate in pristin... Read more |
