Tag Archives: Downtown Charleston

Charleston Historic Home for Sale – 105 A Bull Street

Bee’s Row located on Bull Street in downtown Charleston was built in 1853 by Sarah Smith.  During the civil war it was taken over by William C. Bee and used as warehouses and stores.  Bee was the owner of the leading blockade running business in Charleston during the war and served as a commissioner from South Carolina [...]

Charleston Historic Homes For Sale – 8 South Adger’s

Adger’s Wharf is named after the 19th century shipping magnate James Adger.  It is one of the few remaining cobblestone streets in Charleston.  Adger’s South Wharf is where Adger’s ships formerly docked and today the granite foundation still remains, incorporated into Waterfront Park and projecting into the Cooper River. Between 1834 and 1861 the buildings at 4-16 South [...]

Charleston Real Estate 2011 Year in Review

Reviewing 2011 2011 was a year that again saw uncertainty in the economy and real estate.  Many prognosticators, including William Means, believed that 2011 would be very much like 2010.  Given all the economic uncertainty having a year of the status quo versus having the market go down was a welcome trend.  In most areas [...]

The William Means Report – December 2011

The large number of homes under contract during October and November lead to impressive December sales numbers.  Last month’s statistics indicate an increase in the number of sales in almost all areas versus the previous month and the previous year.  This should be a strong signal for a continued improvement in the real estate market [...]

The William Means Report – November 2011

The November numbers were slightly better year over year, however they came in at disappointing levels after the positive signs we saw in October.  Mt. Pleasant (South of IOP Connector) was one area that followed the October trend and posted a few positive numbers.  Mt. Pleasant saw strong gains in the number of home sold [...]

The William Means Report – October 2011

October provided a much needed positive boost to the luxury market in the Charleston area. After seeing a negative trend in the months of July, August, and September, October had mostly positive numbers versus the previous month and year. The number of properties sold at $500,000 or greater in the Tri-County area was up 34%. [...]

Downtown Charleston Waterfront Condominiums

Located across from Historic White Point Gardens, The Fort Sumter House has  phenomenal views of the Charleston Harbor, the Battery, and the Ashley River.  The building was built in 1923 and was at one time the only Luxury Hotel on the Peninsula.  In 1980 it was turned into condominiums and there are now 56 residential units on the upper [...]

The William Means Report – September 2011

The luxury market continued to remain sluggish in September and total sales continued to fall versus the previous month.  Sales prices also continued a downward trend versus the previous month and versus 2010.  Decreasing inventory continues to be a positive trend because sold inventory helps to keep prices steady.  A watchful eye will need to [...]

Charleston Named Top City in the US

We all have our reasons that we love Charleston, South Carolina but now we’ve officially reached the top of the ranks!  Charleston was voted the “Top City in the US” by Condé Nast Traveler Readers on Monday.  Voters annually evaluate cities based on six categories: atmosphere/ambiance, culture/sites, friendliness, lodging, restaurants and shopping. The city with [...]

40 South Battery – South of Broad

If you are looking for a home with history, charm and an ideal location with modern conveniences 40 South Battery is the place.  It’s in mint condition and ideally situated across from White Point Gardens and the Charleston Harbor. Originally built in 1889 by Captain Frederick Heinz, and used as an ice cream “saloon” until 1895 when [...]