Why Charleston
Charleston may seem to be a small town, but this city punches well above its weight. When you consider everything it has to offer: history, culture, food, charm, it’s no wonder the ‘Holy City’ has topped Conde Nast Traveler’s list of the best small cities in the U.S. for ten years running. While its robust restaurant scene continues to be a draw, stately homes, cobblestone streets, waterfront views, and an abundance of luxury boutiques keep people coming back.
Dining
The Ordinary
Husk
Leon’s Oyster Shop
Hanks Seafood
Shopping
Billy Reid
Mac & Murphy
Worthwhile
George C. Birlant & Co.
GOLF
Kiawah’s Ocean Course
The Links at Wild Dunes
Patriots’s Point Links
Beresford Creek
Events
Spoleto
MOJA Arts Festival
SE Wildlife Expo
Volvo Open Tennis
History
Fort Sumpter
Fireproof Building
McCleod Plantation
Drayton Hall
The Neighborhood
South of Broad
South of Broad is Charleston’s most storied and exclusive Downtown neighborhood. Antebellum mansions along East Bay and Meeting Streets abut Lowcountry single houses and converted carriage barns along meandering oak alleys and side streets. Residents here enjoy the tranquility of the suburbs and the proximity of urban living.
The Vibe
Porch Cocktails and Southern Charm
Charleston is a mix of old and new; legacy families and cold-weather halfbacks. In the past decade, the town has evolved into a hip, creative retreat while retaining its historic charm. There’s always something going on downtown from gallery openings to garden tours. Weekends call for being on the water, hitting the golf course, or just hanging out on the porch.
The Market
Real estate SNAPSHOT
AVG Luxury Home Cost: $844,500
2011-2021 Appreciation: 66.47%
AVG Annual Appreciation: 5.23%
AVG Luxury STR Nightly Rate: $515
AVG STR Occupancy Rate: 70%
Hot Property
Chisolm Street Condo
2 Bedrooms
2.5 Baths
15 Ft Ceilings
Home Office
Garden Views
Partner Home
Kiawah Retreat
While we build our portfolio, investors can use any of over 13,000 partner homes through our affiliation with ThirdHome. This Kiawah Retreat is one of several offerings in the Charleston area available to Laurian Club Members.