Moving to Charleston
Get oriented to the Peninsula, West Ashley, Johns Island, James Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston and the wider Lowcountry.
Explore Charleston relocation →CHARLESTON • SUMMERVILLE • LOWCOUNTRY
Charleston Home Hub
Real estate guidance, relocation resources & Lowcountry living—all in one place.
Whether you're moving to the Charleston area, buying your first home, exploring new construction, or simply getting to know the Lowcountry, start here.
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Explore the Charleston Home Hub
Use these resources to learn about buying, relocating and living in the Charleston area. Property-specific details such as jurisdiction, zoning, flood information, taxes and schools should always be verified for the individual address.
Moving to Summerville
Learn about Summerville living, established communities, growth areas and what relocation buyers should consider before choosing a home.
Explore Summerville →New Construction
Understand builder registration, incentives, inspections, orientation, final walkthroughs and buyer representation before you visit a community.
Explore new construction →Moving to Moncks Corner
Explore homebuying and relocation considerations for Moncks Corner, including established homes, new construction and the Lake Moultrie area.
Explore Moncks Corner →BUYER RESOURCE
Before You Choose a Charleston-Area Home
Confirm the jurisdiction
A Charleston mailing address does not necessarily tell you which municipality or jurisdiction governs the property. That can affect services, zoning and other property-specific details.
Research flood information
Flood zones and flood-risk information are property specific. Review the applicable local-government and FEMA resources and discuss insurance questions with a qualified insurance professional.
Understand primary-residence taxes
South Carolina uses a 4% assessment ratio for qualifying primary residences. Buyers should contact the county assessor after closing regarding the legal-residence application and eligibility.
Look beyond the house
Commute patterns, neighborhood character, nearby amenities, future development and the services attached to a specific address can all matter when deciding where to live.
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Charleston Guidance From a Charleston Native
I'm Nichole Johnson, REALTOR® with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto. I help buyers and sellers throughout Charleston, Summerville, Moncks Corner and the Lowcountry, with a focus on relocation, new construction, first-time homebuyers and residential real estate.
My goal is to help you understand not just the home, but the area around it—so you can make an informed decision about what fits your goals.