The greater Charleston area, the Lowcountry of South Carolina, consists of three counties: Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester. The area’s history, location, and mild climate, make the Charleston region one of the best places to live and visit.  More than 4 million people visit the Charleston area annually to take advantage of the world-class restaurants, shopping and miles of sandy beaches. Whether you are looking for a lively urban experience, the coziness of a small town, or the relaxing feel of a beach house, there is a place for everyone in the Lowcountry.

Counties:

Berkeley County is the largest of the three metro counties. It is also one of the fastest growing counties in the state. Its population in 2000 was 142,651 and estimated to increase to an astonishing 196,000 by 2015! It is mostly a rural county that includes the cities of Hanahan, Goose Creek which is just north of North Charleston, Moncks Corner which is farther to the north, and Daniel Island. The Francis Marion Forest lies predominantly in Berkeley County allowing for many great opportunities such as, hunting, bird watching, hiking, camping, and biking. Berkeley County offers a mixture of open spaces, forests, manufacturing and small cities.

Charleston County is the cultural and economic epicenter of the Metro region.  The metropolitan area stretches 50 miles inland with 90 miles of oceanfront. While many small towns and communities comprise a large portion of the county, the two largest cities are Charleston and North Charleston.

Dorchester County is a rural county that offers a large suburban area bordering Charleston County and includes the city of Summerville. There are towns are towns that still posses natural beauty and a rare sense of community.  Summerville’s annual Flowertown Festival is just one of the small town traditions that is upheld, attracting more than 200,000 visitors and residents. These areas are some of the hottest housing areas in the region. The area boasts both charming historic homes as well as brand new developments. Affordable housing is very abundant in this area.

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