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Charleston SC Neighborhood Focus - Clearview on James Island

Clearview neighborhood on James Island - Located at the end of Harborview Road on James Island, Clearview is an established neighborhood with an abundance of mature trees and large yards. Both lake living and waterfront homes are available. Walk or bike to nearby Sunset Park or the James Island Yacht Club and enjoy the beautiful views of the Charleston Harbor. In 2009, enjoy the new fishing pier and kayak landing that is being installed at Sunset Park. The Clearview community is close to neighborhood schools, shopping, medical facilities and recreational amenities. Only ten homes are currently listed and prices range from $225,000 to $895,000. Call me at 843-209-9667 for a tour of the area. Click here to view current listings.

Randall Sandin, rsandin@carolinaone.com

843-209-9667, Carolina One Real Estate

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Neighborhood Review - Eastwood on James Island, Charleston South Carolina

Eastwood subdivision on James Island – Charleston, South Carolina

Known for its mature oaks and large yards, Eastwood subdivision is a sought after location on James Island. With many home styles including waterfront residences, homes are priced in the $400,000 to $1,500,000 range with a few lots available at $175,000 and above. Many residents enjoy the tranquility of Sunrise Park which is a short walk or bike ride from anywhere in the neighborhood. The park will have a new fishing pier with kayak dock in place for 2009. Eastwood is located right near the award winning Stiles Point Elementary school, the neighborhood draws in many buyers for this reason. A quick 10 minute ride gets you to historic downtown Charleston or just 15 minutes to Folly Beach. Click here to view current Eastwood Listings.

For a tour of the neighborhood, contact Randall Sandin at 843-209-9667 or email at rsandin@carolinaone.com

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Morris Island Lighthouse - Folly Beach, SC

lighthouse

Just a cool picture for Saturday.

Morris Island Lighthouse -Folly Beach, SC

For more information real estate at "The Edge of America" - Folly Beach, SC , contact Randall Sandin at 843-209-9667 or email at rsandin@carolinaone.com. Folly Beach has everything from beach front condos to huge beach houses to classis beach shacks and a cool downtown scene to live and visit.

Search all available Folly properties at http://www.charlestonpierpartners.com

OPEN HOUSE, James Island - Charleston, SC - 775 Willow Lake, 1/11, 1-3PM

775 Willow Lake

Stop by and view this great Eastwood home on Sunday from 1-3pm.

775 Willow Lake in the Eastwood neighborhood on James Island

Here are just some of the features of this home:

  • hardwood floors
  • Chef's kitchen with granite counters
  • large FROG used as 4th bedroom
  • open living area
  • formal dining room
  • large laundry room
  • 2 car garage
  • large storage shed with power
  • pool with fenced yard & screened porch

I look forward to seeing you there and please call me at 209-9667 with any questions.

Randall Sandin, rsandin@carolinaone.com

http://www.charlestonpierpartners.com

New FHA loan limit in Charleston, SC area

FHA loan limits have been changed for the Charleston, SC area. The new maximum loan is now $309,000 and the new down payment requirement is 3.5% instead of 3%. The buyer can still ask the seller to pay for closing costs, pre-paid items, etc. but must have 3.5% to put down on the house.

FHA loans are a great option for people with credit scrores under 700 and those who do not have the traditional 5-20% to put down on a home. They are much more flexible on these items and you still get a very good interest rate, currently around 5-5.5% (as of 1/8/09). Also, in the past, inspections were a little difficult as the FHA loan had more requirements. Those have been greatly relaxed and even though you still have to use an FHA approved inspector, it is not a major issue in today's market.

If you want more info on FHA loans, please give me a call at 843-209-9667 or email me at rsandin@carolinaone.com and I will get you in touch with one of my preferred lenders.

Randall Sandin

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