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What to know before moving here
A fast-growing Lowcountry town with high owner occupancy, coastal access, and proximity to Hilton Head and Savannah.
Housing and cost context
The current Census QuickFacts profile reports a median owner-occupied housing value of $492,100 and median gross rent of $2,256. Those are broad benchmarks, not current asking prices for a specific neighborhood or home type.
Who it may fit best
- Lowcountry lifestyle
- Coastal access
- High household income
Main tradeoffs
- Higher housing and rental costs
- Tourism-season traffic