Island Realty in Beaufort South Carolina
"Best Real Estate Market in Years"
Hilton Head, South Carolina (PRWEB) June 07, 2017
Great news has just been released from Island Realty, one of the top Beaufort SC realtors® according to Real Estate Scorecard. Sales for the spring of 2017 are up a whopping 139% over last year. Could it be because Beaufort continues to rank high on the list of best retirement communities in South Carolina? Likely and more. In 2013, Coastal Living Magazine named Beaufort the Happiest Seaside Town in America, one of the finest accolades for the Sea Islands.
Island Realty is a full-service real estate brokerage serving Beaufort and the surrounding Sea Islands since 1997. Their expertise includes property on Fripp Island, Harbor Island and Beaufort waterfront homes. Why would a buyer or seller choose anyone else? When folks visit Island Realty's brand new website, they will find it’s easy to search for Beaufort waterfront homes, oceanfront properties, beach condominiums and more.
Island Realty reports that this is the best real estate market Beaufort has seen in almost a decade. In the Spring quarter of 2016, contracts for $4.6 million were executed by buyers compared to $11.1 million in 2017. Actual closings are up 92% over the same period last year according to the Beaufort SC realtors.
In addition to outstanding service, Island Realty’s robust year is proof that people are choosing to buy homes in Beaufort over Charleston. Real Estate Scorecard believed inflation and heavy traffic are to blame. Over the past 5 years, real estate prices in Charleston have gone up as much as 47%. Home prices are the highest Charleston has ever seen. The growing population has unfortunately added to the traffic congestion, a factor relocating retirees are seeking to avoid.
People who are looking for a higher quality of life with a less stressful coastal vibe, have been looking to Beaufort for retirement and quiet family living. This charming seaside town is a great place to live if folks are looking to settle down in a fishing village steeped in history, the arts with a delicious foodie scene.
Beaufort is known for its stunning coast and natural scenery. Residents love to stroll along the Beaufort waterfront, sunbathe on the beaches, fish, go boating, and simply enjoy the magnificent natural beauty of the Lowcountry. All year around people enjoy biking, horseback riding, sunrises and sunsets, and some of the most delicious seafood in the USA. If folks enjoy wildlife, there is excellent bird watching on the nearby islands, with plenty of other local flora and fauna to enjoy.
In downtown Beaufort, the historic streets are lined with charming moss-draped live oak trees, where one can walk along and stop at small outdoor cafes and restaurants. The downtown area also has small mom and pop shops and one of a kind boutiques, a Wednesday farmer's market from May to October, and weeklong festivals like A Taste Of Beaufort and The Beaufort Shrimp Festival.
If boomers are exploring some of the best retirement communities in South Carolina, here's a few of the top neighborhoods in Beaufort to consider:
FRIPP ISLAND
Fripp Island is a gated beach community on a beautiful barrier island in the Atlantic Ocean. Amenities include miles of private white sandy beaches, 2 championship golf courses, restaurants, tennis courts, nature trails and a deepwater marina with Intracoastal waterway access. Fripp Island real estate is quite affordable, around 30 to 50 percent less than similar property on nearby islands such as Hilton Head and Kiawah. The island has a friendly neighborhood feel with approximately 800 year-round residents. Stop at Island Realty’s office just before the gated entrance to Fripp Island and Harbor Island.
HARBOR ISLAND
Harbor Island is a quiet 1,400 acres gated community with a private pristine beach, and affordable single family homes and beach villas. It is a prime spot for living an active lifestyle, with 2.5 miles of beaches, swimming pools, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts and water sports of all kinds are available. Fishing off the beach and crabbing in the tidal creeks or from the crabbing dock are very popular. All of the Harbor Island homes for sale are privately owned. Average prices for Harbor Island real estate fall comfortably below those of most East Coast gated communities.
DATAW ISLAND
Dataw Island is a private gated island six miles east of Beaufort, and close to Hilton Head, Savannah and Charleston. Considered one of the finest coastal retirement communities on the Sea Islands, it is home to 2 championship golf courses, an elegant clubhouse, a fitness/community center and full service deepwater marina. Dataw Island won Real Estate Scorecard's 2017 Bliss Award as Best South Carolina Community of the Year. Dataw Island is a great place to find stunning Beaufort waterfront homes.
COOSAW POINT
Coosaw Point is a 400 acre waterfront community along the Coosaw River on beautiful Lady’s Island in South Carolina. The homes here have been designed to reflect the historic architecture of this region, with distinctive details and open floor plans ideal for families. Amenities include an 8,000 sq. ft. River Club, a swimming pool, recreation room, community docks, walking trails, and a private crab shack for community crab roasts. Residents are super friendly and are quick to make one feel at home.
HABERSHAM
Habersham is a waterfront neighborhood anchored by a Town Centre with cafes, boutiques and a marketplace. The delicate landscape features parkways, greenscapes and waterfront parks. Located on the mainland near downtown and the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Habersham’s attractive curb appeal gained them the honor of “Best Neighborhood Design in America” by the National Association of Home Builders. Architectural styles include coastal cottages with welcoming front porches, two story Colonial and urban flats.
Island Realty is ready to save buyers endless amounts of time, money and frustration in this competitive home market according to Real Estate Scorecard. They can help with any property no matter if it’s their listing or not, or even if it’s being sold by the owner directly. They are also an excellent source for information about the Sea Island’s and the communities, specific information about schools, churches, shopping, transportation, plus tips on house inspections and pricing.
Be sure to check out Island Realty’s website or call 843.838.3004 to schedule a visit.
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