Breathtaking Views and a Deep Water Boat Dock Come with this West Ashley Home

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This is an incredible price for a great location only 8 minutes to DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON and includes a deeded DEEP WATER BOAT DOCK ON THE ASHLEY RIVER! Home inspection has been completed and this home has a clean bill of health! When it comes to breathtaking views of the Ashley River, few homes come close to the sights you'll see from this three bedroom, three bath home in Governors Point in West Ashley. With 2,841 square feet of luxurious space there are notable highlights throughout the home which include hardwood floors, high ceilings, recessed lighting, hurricane shutters, a two car garage, long driveway, and plenty of windows to let natural light in as well as provide views of the river. The best views of the Ashley River in the house can be enjoyed from the top level deck, the screened-in porch or walk down the boardwalk through the towering live oaks to the sitting area right at the edge of the peaceful marsh. The gorgeous kitchen boasts granite counters, tons of cabinets and ample counter space for food prep. The kitchen opens to the dining area and living room with its cozy fireplace. The wet bar in the family room becomes a convenience when entertaining. The owner's retreat upstairs features a walk-in closet, access to your own private deck and an en-suite bath with an over sized soaking tub and walk-in shower. Other updates to the home include a gas grill outlet on the deck, an instant hot water heater, cypress siding and a moisture sealed crawl space. If you've been wanting to stay close to downtown Charleston and Folly Beach while maintaining privacy in incredible natural surroundings, be sure to view this home.

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Beautiful 4BR FURNISHED Folly Beach Home With Deep Water Dock Just Listed!

JUST LISTED!!

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This is the One You've Been Waiting For ** Beautiful Elevated Home Located in the Quiet Residential Section of Folly Beach Just 2 Blocks From Center Street on Folly and 3 Blocks to the Beach and a Short Stroll to your Deeded DEEP WATER DOCK with LIFT at Turtle Bay on the Folly River which Conveys with the Property ** This FURNISHED 2,856 Sqft Home Features 4 Bedrooms 2 1/2 Baths, an Office and a Large Bonus Room ** As You Approach the Home, you are Greeted with a Magnificent Oak and a Beautifully Landscaped Front Yard ** As you Enter the Home You will Notice the Hardwood Floors and Tastefully Decorated Interior ** The Kitchen Features Granite Countertops, White Cabinetry and a Large Breakfast Bar Overlooking the Dining Area ** The Family Room is Light and Bright and Open to the Dining area, Deck and Screened Porch ** Located Just off the Kitchen is a Full Size Laundry Room ** The First Floor also Features a Study that Could also be Used an an Additional Bedroom ** The Home Features Hardwood Floors, New Carpet and Ceramic Tile Throughout ** Upstairs you'll find a Spacious Master Suite with Large Walk-in Closet and Private Deck ** The Master Bath Boasts Dual Designer Vanities, a Huge Custom Glass Shower, Tub and Private Water Closet ** Two Additional Bedrooms are Located on the 2nd Floor with another Full Bath with Glass Shower and Ceramic Tile Floors ** On the Third Story you'll find a Huge Bonus Area Perfect for a Game Room, and well as another Bedroom ** The Huge Garage Provides Ample Space for Multiple Cars, Golf Carts and Beach Supplies as well as a Large Storage Room ** Enjoy Gentle Summer Breezes Sitting on your Back Deck or Screened Porch Overlooking the Fully Fenced, Private Back Yard ** An Outdoor Shower is Available to Rinse off After the Beach ** If You Are Looking for the Perfect Place to call Home on Folly Beach - This is the One!!

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Desiree Maurer, Full Time Realtor

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More than 5,000 Homes Sold This Summer in the Charleston Area

Released on August 10th, 2014 by the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS:

According to preliminary data released today by the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS® (CTAR), 1,358 homes sold at a median price of $215,000 in August. Last August, 1,318 homes sold at the same median price.  Year-to-date, 9,431 homes have sold at a median price of $215,500 – a reflection of steady growth when compared to last year, when 8,706 homes had sold at a median price of $205,417.
“The summer months were, as expected, a period of steady, sustainable growth” said 2014 CTAR President, Corwyn Melette. “About 40% of sales for the year close during the summer, and this summer, sales activity and price growth has our market well-positioned for a strong finish to 2014” Melette said. From May through August 2014, home sales increased 5% and median price increased at a sustainable, healthy 2% growth rate. 5,548 homes sold at a median price of $216,231 in the region this summer.
At the end of August, there were 5,961 homes classified as active for sale in the CTMLS. At this time last year, there were 5,702.

July Adjustment
Preliminary data reported for July 2014 indicated that 1,380 homes sold at a median price of $216,150. Adjusted figures now show 1,430 homes sold at a median price of $213,750.

Berkeley County299 homes sold at a median price of $181,950 in Berkeley County in August. The most active area in the county was the North area bordered by Jedburg Road, Highway 17A and College Park, with 72 sales at a median price of $184,388.

Charleston County
During August in Charleston County, 727 homes sold at a median price of $278,180. As the largest geographic area, the Mount Pleasant market closed the most sales, with 235 homes sold at a median price of $388,750.  However, after nearly half a year of West Ashley leading Charleston County sales (outside of Mount Pleasant), James Island took the top spot with 101 homes sold at a median price of $270,00 in August.

Dorchester County
257 homes sold at a median price of $182,000 in August in Dorchester County. The most active area was Summerville/Ridgeville, where 114 homes sold at a median price of $207,500.

Bottom line, the Charleston Real Estate Market is still strong and stable.  Fall is here but that does not mean the buying season slows down in the Lowcountry.  

Thinking of selling your home?  Give me a call as it is a great time to sell!

5BR Home in Wescott Plantation Just Listed***Priced to Sell***Golf Course/Pond Views!!

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  10 Reasons you should buy this well kept beautiful home!!! 1. This is a beautiful, well maintained, large family home in Summerville's Wescott Plantation. The sellers are MOTIVATED!! 2. This house has the most prominent scenic golf course / pond view of ANY home for sale in Wescott and the view is unobstructed. 3.This home has lots of square footage so everyone could spread out. 4. Walk into the foyer were you can go left to the formal dining room or right to a formal living room or office you decide. 5. Walk straight down the hall to a large family room with a stone fireplace open to a spacious kitchen. 6. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances with granite counter tops, a center island and a back splash to complete the custom look. 7. The first floor has hardwoods and ceramic tile with plenty of windows to let natural light shine through. 8. The master bedroom has elevated ceilings, views to the golf course and pond, dual sinks, private water closet, stand up shower, large soaking tub and 2 walk in closets. 9. There are more bedrooms upstairs with a large room that could be a play room or a movie room. Termite bond, Front and rear sprinkler system, palm trees, fantastic amenities, pool, golf, playground and more. 10. There is a large laundry room with front load washer and dryer that's negotiable . And the home is furnished and the furniture is for sale. MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK in Summerville. Don't wait to long. This is priced to sell quickly.

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams

Call me today to schedule a showing on this home as it won't last!

Desiree Maurer

843.327.9010

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Charleston Restaurant Week Starts Today!

OK fellow foodies, starting today until the 14th, you will have the opportunity to sample prix fixe chef's menus at over 140 participating restaurants in the Charleston/Mt Pleasant area.  Touted as one of the most anticipated culinary events in the Lowcountry, area restaurants have created their own specially priced menus to allow patrons an opportunity to sample certain dishes that they may not, otherwise, normally order.

I have been trying to decide which restaurant(s) to try as, even though my husband and I try to visit a new restaurant every Friday night, there are still some on the event list that we have not been to, believe it or not!  Basil, Fulton Five, Graze, Union Provisions, Toast!, The Macintosh, just to name a few, are on my list of still-to-try...which ones are on your list?

For complete details on the participating restaurants, go to 

http://www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com/charleston-restaurant-week/