Charleston Buyer Reality Check: The Pros and Cons of Buying an Older Charleston Home

BJ Rodgers

Published on: 24/06/2026

Older homes in the Charleston area — the ranch houses of West Ashley 29407, the brick ranchers and bungalows of James Island 29412, and especially the historic properties of downtown Charleston 29401 and 29403 — carry character & location advantage.

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Charleston Buyer Reality Check: Why New Construction Is Not Always the Easy Choice

Leah Beaulieu

Published on: 24/06/2026

New construction homes in the Charleston area look appealing: clean finishes, builder warranties, energy efficiency, and no bidding against other buyers over someone else's aging HVAC system. The appeal is real.

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