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Historic properties abound in Charleston and its surrounding beaches.  Whether you are looking for a pied-à-terre tucked away on a street of  moss laiden oak trees or a 17th, 18th or 19th century historic home overlooking White Point Gardens and the battery, Charleston has its fair share of properties to suit any lifestyle. Beautifully preserved Federal-era mansions, graceful Georgians, antebellum (pre-Civil War) Greek and Gothic Revival homes line the streets of downtown Charleston.

Find out about what's new in historic, downtown Charleston's local neighborhood guide.  In these pages, we will help you to navigate downtown Charleston's special neighborhoods and give you an idea of what each one has to offer.  They are all unique with their own history and lifestyle.

On the right or below choose an area you would like to get to know better.  This guide will help you find restaurants, parks, museums and shops unique to each borough. Or looking at properties in the different neighborhoods right away...

Top five considerations for buyers when looking for property in downtown Charleston?

1.) Is off street parking important to you? Do you want a designated parking space or will a nearby garage be sufficient? There are some neighborhoods where parking on the street is not as much of an issue as in other areas. It can vary street to street within a neighborhood.

2.) Is historic significance important to you? Most of the oldest homes are in Charleston's South of Broad district.

3.) Is this a full time residence or second home?

4.) Walkability? Downtown Charleston has a fantastic walk score second only to NYC.

5.) Quiet or vibrant? Each borough downtown has its own personality. Do you want to be close to the battery or nearer to the College of Charleston? Do you want to walk out your door to shop and dine at your favorite neighborhood hot spots?

6.) Is the exterior of the home inportant? Do you prefer wood or masonry?