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What to know before moving here
South Carolina’s best-known coastal city, combining historic neighborhoods, a major dining scene, and direct access to beaches.
Housing and cost context
The current Census QuickFacts profile reports a median owner-occupied housing value of $509,700 and median gross rent of $1,722. Those are broad benchmarks, not current asking prices for a specific neighborhood or home type.
Who it may fit best
- Coastal lifestyle
- Dining
- Historic character
Main tradeoffs
- High housing costs
- Traffic and tourism pressure