Why Some Charleston Neighborhoods Have Ditches Instead of Storm Drains

BJ Rodgers

Published on: 13/10/2026

You drive through a neighborhood you love, and the street has open ditches where you expected curbs and storm drains. Is that a red flag? Usually it is not.

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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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What First-Time Charleston Buyers Should Know About Weather, Flooding, and Insurance

BJ Rodgers

Published on: 16/06/2026

If you're buying your first home in Charleston and you've started looking into weather and flooding, you probably have more questions than answers right now.

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