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Charleston's fitness scene is getting a refresh. From boutique Pilates studios and music-driven workouts to new strength-training concepts, the Lowcountry continues to attract fitness brands that offer something beyond a traditional gym membership. Whether you live downtown, in Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, or one of Charleston's growing communities, there are new places to add to your wellness routine. And as someone who loves keeping an eye on what's coming to Charleston, I

There are plenty of beautiful homes in Charleston, but some are becoming harder and harder to find. As we move toward 2027, I've been paying attention to the features buyers consistently ask about, the things that make certain homes stand out, and the characteristics that are becoming increasingly valuable in the Charleston market. And I don't think the homes that will be hardest to find next year will necessarily be the biggest or newest. They'll be the ones that offer somet

If you're buying or selling a home, you've probably heard that appraisals are changing. And while this may sound like one of those industry updates that only matters to lenders and appraisers, it can actually have an impact on the buying and selling process. Starting in 2026, the appraisal industry is moving toward a new system called UAD 3.6, or the Uniform Appraisal Dataset. It is designed to modernize the way residential appraisals are reported, replacing the traditional a

Charleston is growing, but not all development is created equal. Some projects add another building to an already busy street. Others have the potential to change how people move through the city, where they spend time, and even which neighborhoods feel most connected. When I look at Charleston development projects, these are the ones I find particularly interesting. Not necessarily because they're the biggest, but because they could have a lasting impact on the city. Union P

Hanahan, SC, is one of the Charleston-area communities I'm watching closely right now. It has always had a convenient location and a strong residential feel, but new restaurants, shops, and community spaces are starting to give Hanahan more of an identity of its own. One of the biggest changes to watch is Blackwells Corner, a new mixed-use development planned for Hanahan that will bring restaurants, retail, office space and outdoor gathering areas to the community. And I thin

There are certain houses that make you stop scrolling. Not necessarily because they're the biggest. Not always because they're the most expensive. And honestly, sometimes they aren't even the most renovated. There's just something about them. After spending a lot of time looking at Charleston homes, I've started to notice the details that consistently make me pause, and they're often the things that give a home personality. Here are a few of the Charleston homes I'd never scr

Buying a home in Charleston is about a lot more than finding a house you love. Of course, you want the right kitchen, the righ floor plan and the right neighborhood. But there are a few things I would dig into before getting too attached to a property. Because in Charleston, some of the most important details aren't necessarily the ones you notice during a showing. Here's what I would actually research. Mount Pleasant Listing The Flood Zone This is probably one of the first t

There are plenty of beautiful places to live in Charlston, but South of Broad is in a category or its own. This is the Charleston most people picture when they imagine the city: pastel facades, historic architecture, grand piazzas, wrought-iron gates, church steeples, cobblestone streets, and centuries-old live oaks draped in Spanish moss. But South of Broad is more than a pretty postcard. It's a real neighborhood with a unique sense of place, a fascinating history, and some

There was a time when buying a home was mostly about the basics: How many bedrooms? How big is the yard? How close is it to work? What are the schools like? Those things still matter, of course. But when I'm talking with buyers around Charleston, I've noticed another question becoming just as important: What do you actually want your everyday life to look like? And I think that is changing the way people look at real estate in Charleston. Bike Path It's Not Just About the Hou

Charleston doesn't have one "next big neighborhood." Instead, there are pockets all around the Lowcountry that are quietly changing. New restaurants, new community spaces, new construction, new business and major projects that are slowly changing what it feels like to live there. Some of these areas are already well estblished. Others are still very much in the middle of their next chapter. As we head toward 2027, these are a few Charleston SC neighborhoods and communities to

There are some houses that just have it. You walk through the front door and immediately think, This feels expensive. And sometimes, it is. But sometimes the home isn't the biggest, newest, or most heavily renovated house on the street. It simply has the right combination of details. Beautiful proportions, natural light, good architecture, mature landscaping, thoughtful updates and a location that does some of the work for you. After enough time spent touring homes around Cha

If it feels like Charleston is constantly getting a new restaurant, shop or neighborhood spot, you're not imagining it. This fall is beinging a pretty fun mix of new restaurants, fashion, home, design and everyday favorites. From Downtown Charleston to Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, Hanahan and the growing Point Hope community. Here is what's coming to Charleston SC these are the 10 of the openings I'm keeping an eye on. Cheeky | Downtown Charleston Opening September 30 Cheeky,

After enough showings, you start noticing things before you even realize you're looking for them. A house can photograph beautifully and still feel completely different in person. Sometimes you walk through the front door and immediately understand why a home has been sitting on the market. Other times, a house that looked fairly ordinary online has something about it that just works. When I'm touring a home with a buyer, I'm not only looking at the kitchen, the countertops o

If you've been looking at Summerville, SC real estate, chances are you've come across Nexton. Located in the heart of the Charleston region, Nexton has quickly become one of the area's most talked-about master-planned communities. With new construction, established neighborhoods, parks, trails, restaurants, shopping, and a growing list of amenities, it offers something that can be difficult to find in the Charleston area: a neighborhood where so much of everyday life is right

There is a certain kind of Charleston home that is hard to replicate. Original heart pine floors. Tall ceilings. Intricate trim. A piazza that catches the afternoon breeze. Old brick mature trees, and a floor plan that feels completely different from a brand-new construction. home. It is also the kind of home where you may find yourself wondering, What exactly am I getting myself into? Older homes are part of what makes Charleston real estate so special, but they also come wi

Fall always feels like a reset in Charleston. The pace of summer starts to slow down, buyers who have been casually watching the market start making decisions, and sellers who waited through the busy spring and summer months begin thinking more seriously about their next move. This fall, I'm paying attention to a few specific things across Charleston SC real estate trends, not just the headlines numbers, but what they actually mean for buyers and sellers on the ground. Charle

One of my favorite things about Charleston real estate is that there really isn't one version of living here. You can be ten minutes from Downtown Charleston and feel like you're living in a completely different world. One neighborhood might have historic homes, front porches, and streets lined with live oaks. Another might feel brand new, with trails, parks, and restaurants just around the corner. And then there are the neighborhoods where the pace slows down and everything

There's something about golf cart living in Charleston that just feels right. A quick ride to dinner. A coffee run without getting in the car. Kids riding around the neighborhoods where a golf cart can genuinely become part of your everyday routine. The key is knowing the difference between a neighborhood that simply allows golf carts and one where the layout, local businesses, parks, and surrounding roads actually make a golf cart living practical. Here are a few Charleston