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Following up on our post concerning the Pros & Cons of Owning a Townhome, I thought I would highlight Central Commons, one of DR Horton's new townhome communities. Ninety Seven town homes are scheduled to be built in this gated community with prices starting the mid $110's. There are currently 14 townhomes on the market in Central Commons and 10 townhomes have been sold. This is a new community that opened near the end of 2007 and is located off Parsons Road in Summerville.

Click Here to View Floorplans and Learn More about the Community.

Town homes have long been popular in the United States. Originally designed to allow a maximum amount of people to live "in town" these tall homes were built side by side and typically shared adjoining walls. Today, these types of homes are still popular and the town of Summerville has seen many town homes built in the new developments going up around town.

Below you will find a list of the communities who offer townhouses as well as the pros and cons of townhouse living!

Pros of Town Home Living:

1.Less Exterior Maintenance-If you are looking for very little yard to maintain, town homes usually are built on very small lots. In addition, the siding on your home is only on the front and back of home. This makes it easier on the pocket book when it comes time to power-wash, repair, or paint!

2.Safety is stronger-With neighbors close by, they are usually aware of what is happening around them. This makes burglaries very rare.

3.Amenities-You are able to enjoy the amenities of a community such as the pool, tennis, and fitness center without owning one of the higher end homes.

4.Cost- On average, you will receive more square footage for your money with a townhouse.

Cons of Town Home Living:

1.Lack of Privacy- Because of the close proximity of the town homes, you are more likely to be disturbed by neighbor noise, although the newer town homes have had thick firewalls put in them to diminish noise, it is something to consider.

2.Home Owner Association Fees-Make sure these are not too high for your budget. They can quickly rise and cause your monthly payment to exceed your means.

3.Appreciation- Historically, appreciation on town homes has not been as great as on single family dwellings. Make sure you are advised by a realtor on where to invest.

Town Homes For Sale in Summerville SC

Located in South Carolina's Berkeley County, Cane Bay Plantation is a 4500 acre tract of land that is under the development of Charleston's Gramling Brothers Real Estate and Development. The area will be the home to 10,000 homes, area schools, churches, a hospital, winding bike trails and a 120 acre lake. The developers have donated land to Berkeley County School District for a brand new high school and elementary school. Cane Bay High is scheduled to be complete in the Fall of 2008 and will accomodate 1500 students. The elementary school will follow in 2009 and will be located across the street from the high school. Click Here to see preliminary pictures of Cane Bay High. Three builders are currently building in Cane Bay Plantation- Centex, Del Webb, and First Coast Homes. Click Here to See Floor Plans & Read More about each development.

Visit my website to read more about this development... Other Interesting Links with information regarding Cane Bay Plantation:

Charleston Business Journal

Entertainment Complex on the Way

Pictures of Cane Bay High School

Cane Bay Plantation Website

May is almost here and the beautiful weather is still here as well. With an average high of 83 and low of 59, May is one of the nicest months to sight see and enjoy the outdoors of Summerville and Charleston! So... in honor of one of my favorite months, I've compiled a list of fun things to do during the month of May. Click Here to visit my blog and read about Spoleto, Piccolo Spoleto, Summerville Outdoor Concert Series, Middleton Plantation, Sculpture in the South, Wannamaker Park and many more ideas.