Homes for Sale in Summerville, SC

The Benefits of Moving to Summerville, SC

A quick move slightly inland saves you a huge amount of money in South Carolina. You still get incredibly quick access to the nearby beautiful beaches. Growth is fast, so buyers really need to learn the local secrets before they start looking.

The County Line Secret

Most buyers just search online for a generic town zip code. They completely miss a very important local tax detail. Summerville actually crosses over two entirely different counties. You'll pay much lower property taxes in Berkeley County. Nexton sits perfectly tucked into this cheaper tax zone. Dorchester County taxes are higher. People gladly pay them just for the public schools. Dorchester District Two is a highly coveted school zone. Buyers routinely fight over houses located in this exact district. Talk to a local agent early. We'll check the exact school zoning maps for your family.

The Golf Cart District

Downtown life revolves heavily around small electric vehicles. The town council created a legal golf cart zone. You can easily drive them on secondary public roads.

• Keep your speed well under 35 miles per hour.
• Drivers must stay within four miles of their own house.
• You need a valid state license.
• Just drive during clear daylight hours.

Locals take their carts directly to the Saturday farmers market. Parking is a total breeze near Hutchinson Square. You'll definitely want a house near this fun hub. Browse our Summerville homes to find a perfect spot. The historic district features lovely wide streets.

Fast Internet and Master Planned Living

Remote workers constantly flock to the brand new developments. Nexton is the absolute favorite spot right now. Every single house gets incredibly fast gigabit internet. The community built a huge separate dirt trail system. You rarely have to drive on the main busy highway. People just walk straight to great local restaurants. A famous spot like Halls Chophouse is right there. You get luxury living without those crazy high downtown prices. Check our new construction listings for beautiful options here.

The Commute Reality

You'll likely drive toward Charleston for your daily job. The interstate gets busy. Smart locals use a specific scenic back route instead. Highway 61 offers a beautiful drive under giant shady trees. This quiet road bypasses the main interstate completely. You pass beautiful historic spots like Middleton Place daily. The drive feels peaceful. Don't worry about the heavy commercial truck traffic at all. Look for amazing properties right along the Ashley River corridor.