A Blog about the Mt. Pleasant sc area including information Real Estate, Charleston schools, neighborhoods, places to see and things to do. Mount Pleasant real estate is a top choice for home buyers looking for homes, condos and town homes for sale in Charleston. Mount Pleasant real estate features waterfront properties and a charming old village, making Mt. Pleasant home to some of the finest of Charleston SC real estate. Luxury - New Construction
Charleston housing market still active (from Post and Courier)
Recent figures from a California-based research firm place the Charleston area at the top statewide in home prices and close to it in permits.
Greater Charleston has the highest median home price by a wide margin among eight metro areas, according to John Burns Real Estate Consulting’s “Local Building Market Intelligence” released this week.
The midpoint price in the Charleston area was $229,750. That compares with a $144,004 midpoint for Myrtle Beach, which is second highest. The least expensive area is Sumter with a median price of $95,933.
Also highest in the greater Charleston was housing costs as a share of income, with 31 percent of income devoted to home expenses. Myrtle Beach placed second at 28 percent and Spartanburg third at 24 percent. Anderson was most affordable with 19 percent of income going to home costs.
By building permits, the Charleston area ranked second at 2,945. It trailed Columbia, which had 3,026 total permits. The lowest numbers of permits were in Sumter at 354 and Florence at 375.
Greater Charleston and Columbia reported the lowest unemployment rates at 9.1 percent. Greenville was third with a 9.3 percent jobless rate. The highest rate was in Sumter at 12.2 percent.
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Our pets love us unconditionally – so why not give back to your best friends by bringing them out to experience a day of fun, frolic and exploration?
Pets and their owners are invited to join Charleston County Parks for a full weekend of exhibits, demonstrations, experts, entertainment, and more at Charleston’s premiere pet festival
* Pets must be restrained/leashed at all times. * No outside food or beverage.
Hours
* Saturday, April 10: Noon-6pm * Sunday, April 11: Noon-6pm
Tickets
* Owners over 12: $5 or 3 Greenbax per person * Kids 12 and under: FREE! * Pets and Gold Pass holders: FREE!
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East Cooper Regional Medical Center is building a 140-bed acute care hospital to serve as a replacement for the current facility. This new replacement hospital will better serve the needs of our community. The facility will be situated on 52 acres adjacent to the current campus and located at the intersection of Mathis Ferry Road and Interstate 526. There will be 10 surgical suites, a 10-bed level II neonatal nursery, 16 bed medical surgical unit for womens services, expanded emergency department and comprehensive Obstetrical services.
The new five-story hospital will have approximately 250,000 square feet of space. The construction will feature the newest design elements that provide patient and visitor friendly entrances and waiting areas. The new facility will include plenty of convenient parking and roads that improve traffic patterns in and around the campus. It will be designed to meet the latest hurricane and earthquake building code requirements. The new hospital will be “green-friendly.”
Here are some other features of the new hospital
• Technology rich environment • All private rooms • Bright, welcoming interiors • Improved parking for patients and visitors
In addition, new services will be added and others expanded
• Ten new surgical suites • Additional medical/surgical beds • Larger dining room and gift shop
The new Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, an 85-bed full service hospital to begin construction in late spring in northern Mount Pleasant. The 250,000 sq. ft. facility will be located on 78 acres of land at the intersection of Highway 17 North and Faison Road in the Carolina Park Development.
The new Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital will include:
85 inpatient beds
24-hour Emergency Care
Women's Services including high tech, comfortable Labor and Deliver Suites
There are lots of new restaurants coming to the town of Mount Pleasant SC . Some of our favorite restaurants have opened and all of Mount Pleasant is a buzz.Two downtown favorites Mellow Mushroom and Basil are opening establishments in Mount Pleasant. Mellow Mushroom , a pizza place but yet so much more than a pizza place, has opened to rave reviews. The new location in Northern Mount Pleasant is conveniently located off of Highway 17 across the street from the New Super Wal-Mart. Basil , the best Thai restaurant ever has plans to build a second location in Seaside farms shopping center. Neil Jordans , a steak and seafood restaurant, opened a few months ago in the Oakland Plantation Shopping Center. Neil Jordan's is opened seven days a week from 11 am to midnight. I recently tried the brunch and it was delicious. and for the kids Oakland plantation recently opened two new fast food favorites, Chick-Fil-A and Mc Donalds.
FABULOUS SIX BEDROOM, FOUR AND A HALF BATH HOME WITH A PRIVATE DOCK. TONS OF UPGRADES THROUGHOUT HOUSE, INCLUDING GRANITE COUNTERTOPS IN KITCHEN AND ALL BATHROOMS. 750 SQUARE FOOT MOTHER-IN-LAW OR NANNY SUITE ON GROUND LEVEL WITH 8' SMOOTH CEILINGS AND A PRIVATE ENTRANCE. MAIN FLOOR FEATURES 10' SMOOTH CEILINGS,CYPRESS HARDWOOD FLOORS, A VERY LARGE KITCHEN WITH TILE FLOORING, GRANITE COUNTERS, AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. ISLAND IN KITCHEN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL COUNTER SPACE. KITCHEN IS OPEN TO THE MAIN FAMILY ROOM AND DESIGN IS PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. FAMILY ROOM FEATURES A GAS LOG FIREPLACE, SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM, COFFERED CEILING. SCREENED PORCH TO ONE SIDE OF MAIN LEVEL. THERE IS A SEPARATE FORMAL DINING ROOM ACCENTED WITH COLUMNS. MASTER BEDROOM ON MAIN LEVEL FEATURES A TRAY CEILING AND FAN, WALK IN CLOSETS AND A VERY LARGE MASTER BATH WITH DUAL SINKS, TUB AND SEPARATE SHOWER. MASTER BEDROOM ALSO HAS AN ACCESS WAY TO THE DECK OUTSIDE. UPPER LEVEL FEATURES 9' SMOOTH CEILINGS, FOUR ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS WITH TWO FULL BATHS AND A LARGE BONUS ROOM THAT CAN USED AS A STUDY, PLAYROOM, MEDIA ROOM, OR LIBRARY. OFF OF THE BONUS ROOM IS A VERY NICE PIAZZA, WHICH IS PERFECT FOR ENJOYING THE PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE TIDAL CREEK. BOTH UPSTAIRS BATHROOMS ARE UPGRADED WITH GRANITE COUNTERS AND DUAL SINKS. EACH FLOOR OF HOUSE HAS IT'S OWN HVAC SYSTEM FOR ULTIMATE CLIMATE CONTROL. CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM. CUSTOM LAUNDRY SHOOT FROM TOP FLOOR DELIVERS CLOTHES DIRECTLY TO LAUNDRY ROOM. GARAGE HAS SEALED FLOOR AND ROOM FOR UP TO FOUR CARS. DOCK HAS AN 8,000 lbs. BOAT LIFT AND FLOATING PLATFORM THAT ALLOWS ACCESS TO WATER AT LOW TIDE. VIEW OF WANDO RIVER FROM DOCK. DOCK HAS RAILINGS AND LIGHTS. IDEAL HOME FOR A FAMILY WHO LOVES BOATING AND SALT WATER FISHING.
South Carolina Asbestos Prevention & Removal for Home Owners
Purchasing or moving into a new home is the investment of a lifetime. It will insure you and your family will have a safe and healthy home for a long foreseeable future. Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that was a prominent building application throughout the 20th century. One of the hardest hit states by problems caused by asbestos is South Carolina. Many health concerns can result from exposure to asbestos and many citizens of South Carolina have suffered as a result.
In South Carolina, The state was important in the manufacturing, processing and use of asbestos because of its natural deposits and large shipping industry. Many companies that used asbestos include the Charleston Navy Yard, Carolina Shipping Company and Detyen Shipyards, Inc. Potential South Carolina home buyers or those seeking to remodel a home built before 1980 should check for potential asbestos materials. This is not to say that you should be extravagantly worried because with the proper precautions, asbestos exposure can be easily prevented.
Even if asbestos shingles are on your home, if they are in good condition and left undisturbed, they are not a serious problem. The mere presence of asbestos in a home or a building is not hazardous. Damaged asbestos may release asbestos fibers and become a health hazard, leading to the development of asbestosis and pleural mesothelioma. These illnesses result from asbestos exposure alone are serious lung ailments. Mesothelioma treatments vary from patient to patient, depending on age of diagnosis and disease latency period.
If you suspected asbestos materials are in your home, most home inspectors and contractors advise to leave it un-disturbed as asbestos in good condition does not pose any health risks. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Council promotes the health and safety of the public and environment. These public organizations assist the disposal and removal of asbestos and other harmful materials. If asbestos removal is deemed necessary, it should be performed by licensed abatement contractor who is trained in handling hazardous materials.
Once the removal process is completed, green insulation alternatives should be given serious consideration. These alternatives include: cellulose, cotton fiber and lcynene. The United Nations Environmental Program states that the use of recycled building materials such as cotton fiber insulation can reduce energy use by 25 percent. The numbers continue to improve as more options become available.
With a lackluster economy, these kinds of figures have attracted those who were unaware of eco-friendly construction. Not only will these asbestos alternatives reduce energy costs, they allow a lifestyle that promotes a clean, free of health damaging materials.
This section includes information and facts about the make up of Charleston County as well as Reports and other data. Take a look at both District and State produced reports.
PASS - The Palmetto Assessment of State Standards is the new statewide assessment for grades 3 - 8 in writing, English language arts (reading and research), mathematics, science, and social studies. Additional State PASS Resources
PACT - The Palmetto Achievement Challenge Test is the statewide assessment for grades 3 – 8 in English language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Additional State PACT Resources: CCSD Pact Scores: 2008
HSAP - Passing the High School Assessment Program test is a graduation requirement for receiving a South Carolina state high school diploma. Additional State HSAP Resources: CCSD HSAP Scores: 2008
District and School Report Cards - South Carolina’s accountability system produces annual report cards for all districts and schools in the state. CCSD Report Cards: 2007
Adequate Yearly Progress - The No Child Left Behind legislation requires that schools make annual achievement gains in English/Language Arts and Mathematics.CCSD AYP Data: 2007
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