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11/30/09... We visited the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry over the weekend. We are members and visit often. I just want everyone to know that although the interactive rooms do not change much the activities and projects are different every week. My kids never get tired of going to the CML. This week the kids got to make clay pots. http://explorecml.org/cml/
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9a - 5p Sunday 1p - 5p Admission: $7/person FREE for kids under 12 months
11/24/09... The New Logo created by the Edisto Island Chamber of Commerce. Very impressive.

11/10/09... Incredible deals on LOTS are everywhere right now. Prices are around the 2002 mark. Lot owners are motivated and even the ones that have high asking prices are willing to negotiate. Here are some of the best deals right now and are priced right.
| Opportunity for first lot to be subdivided out of this 5 acre parcel. Lowest priced Edisto Island lot in the MLS. Close to Steamboat Landing public boat ramp, Oak Island and Dodge Plantation. Heavily wooded and very private. Lot will be at least 30,000 sq ft or apx .68 acre. All offers will be contingent on seller getting subdivision approval from Charleston County and septic approval from SCDHEC. |
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| TURTLE POINT OFFERS OUTSTANDING LOTS LOCATED JUST OFF JENKINS HILL ROAD AND WEST BANK CREEK ON A NEW ROAD "TURTLE HILL LANE" CLOSE TO WILLIAM SEABROOK PLANTATION. MARSH AND TITAL CREEK FRONTAGE ON LOTS 1 THRU 5 OVERLOOKING MARSHES OF WEST BANK CREEK AND NORTH EDISTO RIVE. LOT 1 AND 2 HAVE POSSIBLE TIDAL CREEK DOCKS. LARGE LIVE OAKS ADORN LOTS 6 THRU 10. GREAT SPOT FOR YOU IN THIS PRIVATE GATED COMMUNITY WITH GREAT VIEWS ACROSS NORTH EDISTO RIVER. BUY NOW AND GET THE BEST PRICES. PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. |
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| Private homesite located in the midst of Edisto Island. Just 5 miles to the Atlantic Ocean, 35 minutes to Charleston and just a few minutes to public boat landing. Large live oaks, pines and other hardwoods canopy the lots. Best value on Edisto Island homesites with building restrictions, mobile homes are allowed. Septic permit for 3 bedroom home. Checking with Charleston County re rollback taxes and waiting for new TMS # to be assigned from Charleston. HOA fees are yearly. |
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| Heavily wooded acre lot within minutes of the beach. One of the lowest priced lots on Edisto Island in restricted neighborhood. Only 5 lots in this subdivision and adjoining large plantation. |
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| Heavily wooded acre lot within minutes of the beach. One of the lowest priced lots on Edisto Island in restricted neighborhood. Only 5 lots in this subdivision. |
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| Spacious secluded homesite in restricted subdivision on Edisto Island. Recently reduced for quick sale. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Edisto and build your dream home at an affordable price. Price is super, interest rates are low! Conveniently located only 10 minutes to the Atlantic Ocean & 2 miles to public boat landing while still offering the privacy of living on the Island. Property will be bushhogged for easy viewing. |
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| DESIRABLE Homestite in quiet, private, neighborhood, on Scanawah Island. Limited Marsh view; beautiful Live Oaks, Palmettoes and Magnolia. PRICED TO SELL!! MAKE OFFER! |
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| Jenkins Hill Plantation! 5 acre wooded tract with lots of paved road frontage. one of 28 lots ranging in size from 2 acres to 20 acre tracts. No mobile homes allowed. Stick built pre-manufactured houses are ok. No time limit to build. Community recreational trails throughout Jenkins Hill Plantation for property owners use only. Minimum 1800sqft+ house size. Garage apartments/mother in law suites are ok as long as they are built out of the same material as the main house. Said lot can not be subdivided. Call agent for a copy of deed restrictions and covenants. Abundant wildlife. Property backs up to "Old House Plantation". 2 miles from the Steamboat Landing public boat landing and 6 miles from the InterCoastal waterway public boat landing at the Dawhoo Bridge. 3 miles your laying out on Edisto Beach and you are in Historic charleston within 1 hour. What more can you ask for? |
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| BEAUTIFUL Marshfront Point overlooking Shingle Creek. Private, peaceful location on Scanawah Island. Signature ancient Live Oaks, Pine and Palmettoes, desirable neighborhood and location. The perfect site for your Island Home or Get-Away. BEST BUY BY FAR!! $129,000 |
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| Rare opportunity to own a DEEP WATER lot on a Private Island. Only 22 lots on Big Island. Incredible long views of the mouth of the South Edisto River. New Dock and Floater. One of the largest lots on Big Island and one of the few with the view toward the Ocean. Very secluded with access via causeway through the marsh. Many Live Oaks and Palmettos. Easy Access to Ocean without "No Wake" zones. First Time this property has been offered for sale in MLS. Acreage is apx 1.8 acres with apx 260 ft. of marsh frontage. Owners will consider trades. |
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| DEEPWATER Lot on high bluff overlooking Store Creek. Highly desirable Island location only 4 miles from shopping & Beach. Beautiful views, magnificent Live Oaks & Palmetto, dock permit , & prime deepwater site. THIS IS A RARE FIND-HURRY!! |
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| BAYNARD FARM......184 ACRE RECREATIONAL TRACT ON LITTLE EDISTO ISLAND. ACREAGE THIS SIZE AND CLOSE TO CHAS. RARELY COMES AVAILABLE. 50 ACRES IN FIELDS, SUITABLE FOR HUNTING, EQUESTRIAN OR GRAZING CATTLE. THE BALANCE IS A MIX OF HARDWOODS, PINE, MARITIME FOREST AND SALTMARSH. GREAT HUNTING... LOADED WITH DEER AND TURKEY. COMMUNITY BOAT LANDING TO DAWHOO RIVER IS 1 MILE AWAY. THIS TRACT IS ONLY 40 MINUTES TO DWNTN CHAS. PROTECTED BY THE EDISTO ISLAND OPEN LAND TRUST. THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF ACRES OF PROTECTED LAND ADJACENT. CHECK OUT WWW.BAYNARDFARM.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION! |
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| WATERFRONT PLANTATION ACREAGE, protected by Conservation Easement; surrounded by other protected properties. 202 acre highland (211 ac total) with approx. 575' frontage on Russell Creek. Dock permit for float, boat lift & roofed pierhead in hand. Magnificent Live Oaks, Hardwoods, Pine & Palmetto. 10+ acre field sprinkled with spreading Live Oaks, ideal Estate property for Hunting, Timber, Horses, Privacy & Recreation. Pristine large tracts like this are very rare. Don't Miss This Opportunity!! |
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| BEST BUY ON LOT ON EDISTO! Spacious lot on quiet cul-de-sac in Ocean Ridge Resort. The perfect opportunity to build your dream home on this wooded homesite with all resort amentities including golf, tennis, three pools, play park, recreation center, and an owner's only ocean front cabana. Convenient location to shopping, dining, and the ocean! Buyer to verify lot size. |
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| Here's your golden opportunity to own a wooded corner homesite only 2 blocks from the ocean! Great location on quiet street with large oaks and palmettos to offer shade and seclusion. Laze on the beach, go golfing at the public golf course, kayak in Big Bay Creek or go hiking through the State Park nature trails. Not many corner lots left on Edisto Beach, so don't miss your chance! Septic permit for 4 bedroom home in hand; buyer to verify lot size. |
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| Bring an offer on this wooded lot with a great location. Just 600 feet to the beach. Lot has been bush-hogged and surveyed. Build your dream home and enjoy all that Edisto has to offer. This lot requires an engineered septic system. |
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| PREMIUM RESORT LOT IN PRESTIGIOUS HERON COVE SECTION OF OCEAN RIDGE. BEAUTIFULLY WOODED HOMESITE OVERLOOKS LAGOON AND GOLF COURSE. SUPERB LOCATION NEAR MARINA GATE ALLOWS EASY INGRESS/EGRESS FROM RESORT. MAGNIFICENT LIVE OAKS & PALMETTOES. ACCESS TO GOLF, TENNIS, SWIMMING POOLS, REC. CENTER, PLAY AREA, OCEANFRONT CABANA, & TRAM. BEST LOT, BEST PRICE, BEST BUY!! |
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| Best of both Worlds. Inside Wyndham Ocean Ridge Resort, walking distance to the beach, and on 11th green (154 feet of frontage on Golf Course). This lot is at the end of Magnolia Lane so it is very private. Beautiful Views and Trees (Palmetto and Magnolia). Direct Beach Access down Baynard Street. |
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| OCEANVIEW Lot with direct beach access! 4th Row homesite with outstanding elevation within 600' of the Surf. Magnificent Live Oaks, convenient to restaurants and shopping. BEST BUY-DON'T MISS OUT!! |
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| Lowest Priced lot in The Neck. Large Oak Trees. Close to the beach, Live Oak State Park and Boat Ramp. Adjoining lot also available for same price. Septic Permit in hand for 4br home. |
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| Lowest Priced lot in The Neck. Large Oak Trees. Close to the beach, Live Oak State Park and Boat Ramp. Septic Permit in hand for 4br home. |
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| PRIME SECOND ROW HOMESITE IN GATED PRIVATE OCEANFRONT COMMUNITY. LARGE OCEANVIEW LOT IS SPRINKLED WITH MAGNIFICENT LIVE OAKS, PALMETTOES, & CEDAR TREES. DESIRABLE LOCATION CONVENIENT TO PEDESTRIAN / GOLF CART BEACH ACCESS. APPROXIMATELY 2 MILES OF SECLUDED BEACH WITH WORLD CLASS SHELLING AND TURTLE NESTING. EDINGSVILLE BEACH IS GOLF CART FRIENDLY WHICH ALLOWS EASY ACCESS TO JEREMY AND FRAMPTON INLETS RENOWN FISHING WATERS. A TRULY REMARKABLE BEACH PROPERTY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE!! |
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| Best of all worlds on this fantastic creek front, ocean view and beach access lot in Cowpens, a Private Island Community. Just think, Creek on one side, Ocean on other and you in the middle. Lot is adorned with large Palmettos & oaks. One of the biggest lots on Cowpens. Secured community is nestled in between Frampton & Jeremy Inlet. Deeded golf cart access to Jeremy Cays beach front. Over 2 miles of semi-private beach front to explore. Best fishing, shelling & fossil hunting on the east coast. 30 ft float in place with screened covered boathouse/gazebo at waters edge. Deep well in place. Subject to Jeremy Cay POA & Restrictive covenants. |
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--Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed--Copyright: 2009 by the Charleston Trident MLS Association of REALTORS FOR OVER 30 YEARS EDISTO REALTY HAS BEEN HELPING FAMILIES DISCOVER EDISTO ISLAND Prepared by CHRIS WALTERS of EDISTO SALES & RENTALS REALTY on 11/10/2009 11:06:38 AM
11/2/09... Myrtle St is the most popular area right now. Below is a list of Myrtle St. properties that have sold in the last 6 months.
ChrisWaltersLLC.com, SC's Last Small Town Beach Chris W. 843-708-8501
| A fun beach bungalow on PRIME corner beachwalk lot!! This cute cottage was built in the early 50's and was lovingly maintained and moved to present lot in 1992. Improvements in 1992 included:new foundation built, all plumbing redone and some rewiring done. September 2008:Living/Dining area freshly painted, new bedspreads, pictures, area rug & fun accessories added to give this place some charm.Bathroom floor also redone Many possibilities for various buyers: For those seeking fixer upper,it offers 'good bones' with opportunity to make some improvements-Enjoy as second home or place on rental market. For buyer who seeks prime beachwalk lot in great neighborhood, this is priced at low value. Open floor plan with comfortable kitchen-open living/dining room & three bedrooms which offer lots of light and openess..... Enjoy ocean breezes from your front porch or deck. Have a crowd over for a cook out with over-sized custom picnic table downstairs and 2nd Bathroom/Shower in storage ....(Shhhh) An outstanding buy in today's market which should see lots of activity and interest. Call today to show or preview. Home is being sold in AS IS condition. |
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| Clean & comfortable home on desirable Myrtle Street only a short walk from the beach! This true modular home has been well cared for and is neat & tidy! Everyone will enjoy relaxing on the wrap-around screened porch & listening to the sounds of the ocean surf, only steps away. There's also an open sun deck for soaking up the rays. You'll have everything you need with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a well equipped kitchen, laundry & casual living area. Great rental property or 2nd home get-away. Comes fully furnished. This is one of the most affordable homes available on Edisto Beach... see it today! |
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| Small beach cottage in South Point area being sold "as is. Home is furnished with some exceptions. Three bedrooms and two baths with large front deck and good storage area underneath. Double acess off Myrtle St and Fort Street. New drain field, gutters, tile in kitchen, baths and entrance way, new paint inside and celing fans. The perfect weekend get-away beach house. Home is on a full lot and all you need to move in is your clothes and food. Come take a look as it won't last long. Insurance for 2008 were Flood-$1470-Wind & Hail-$1261 and homeowners $349. Taxes were at 4%. |
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| "A Beautiful Day" is a perfect description for this absolutely gorgeous home located on the very tranquil Myrtle Street. Central great room, hardwood floors, 4BR/2BA, fireplace. This fantastic home boasts a large covered deck perfect for enjoying the summer nights, a great kitchen, as well as an additional living room/dining room combination which is actually one large sunroom. You get all this and more plus you are only a short walk to the beach where you can view lovely sunsets and enjoy peaceful walks. An excellent home to enjoy full time, as a 2nd vacation home or investment. |
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--Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed--Copyright: 2009 by the Charleston Trident MLS Association of REALTORS FOR OVER 30 YEARS EDISTO REALTY HAS BEEN HELPING FAMILIES DISCOVER EDISTO ISLAND Prepared by CHRIS WALTERS of EDISTO SALES & RENTALS REALTY on 11/2/2009 4:40:26 PM
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10/06/09...
MLS Year to Date Closed/Sold Profile Report |
Category - Residential Statistics for Entire MLS |
Area:[26]CHS-Edisto Island,[27]CLN-Edisto Beach,[28]CLN-Edisto Island,
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| $0 - $99,999 |
7 |
8 |
14.28% |
| $100,000 - $149,999 |
2 |
9 |
350.00% |
| $150,000 - $199,999 |
4 |
5 |
25.00% |
| $200,000 - $249,999 |
3 |
2 |
-33.33% |
| $250,000 - $299,999 |
3 |
8 |
166.66% |
| $300,000 - $349,999 |
3 |
5 |
66.66% |
| $350,000 - $399,999 |
7 |
3 |
-57.14% |
| $400,000 - $449,999 |
2 |
6 |
200.00% |
| $450,000 - $499,999 |
6 |
3 |
-50.00% |
| $500,000 - $549,999 |
3 |
3 |
0.00% |
| $550,000 - $599,999 |
4 |
1 |
-75.00% |
| $600,000 - $699,999 |
3 |
5 |
66.66% |
| $700,000 - $799,999 |
1 |
1 |
0.00% |
| $800,000 - $899,999 |
0 |
1 |
100.00% |
| $900,000 - $999,999 |
1 |
0 |
-100.00% |
| $1,000,000 - $1,499,999 |
7 |
5 |
-28.57% |
| $1,500,000 - $1,999,999 |
1 |
0 |
-100.00% |
| $2,000,000 and Above |
0 |
0 |
0.00% |
| Sold Terms and Market Statistics |
Criteria: Status: S, Category: Residential Statistics for Entire Mls from 1/1/2009 to 10/6/2009 |
Area:[26]CHS-Edisto Island,[27]CLN-Edisto Beach,[28]CLN-Edisto Island,
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| Sold Terms |
Total |
Total List $ |
Total Sold $ |
Avg List $ |
Avg Sold $ |
Med Sold $ |
Avg DOM |
Avg DTC |
Avg $/SF |
% SP/LP |
| CASH |
8 |
$2,537,600 |
$2,260,900 |
$317,200 |
$282,612 |
$250,000 |
175 |
25 |
$176 |
89.09% |
| CONVENTIONAL |
57 |
$24,615,900 |
$22,045,600 |
$431,857 |
$386,764 |
$306,000 |
196 |
32 |
$223 |
89.55% |
| TOTALS |
65 |
$27,153,500 |
$24,306,500 |
$417,746 |
$373,946 |
$305,000 |
193 |
31 |
$199 |
89.32% | |
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--Information on this report is not guaranteed. There is no express or implied warranty by MLS of the accuracy of information which should be independently verified.-- Copyright: 2009 by the Charleston Trident MLS Association of REALTORS. FOR OVER 30 YEARS EDISTO REALTY HAS BEEN HELPING FAMILIES DISCOVER EDISTO ISLAND Prepared by WALTERS, CHRIS of EDISTO SALES & RENTALS REALTY on Tuesday, October 06, 2009 11:11 AM. |
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Chris Walters - Edisto Beach Realtor - E-Pro® Edisto Sales & Rentals Realty (Edisto Realty) 1405 Palmetto Blvd Edisto Beach, SC 29438 Office: 843-869-2527 Mobile: 843-708-8501 chris@ChrisWaltersLLC.com
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