RN coming to SC and looking for a neighborhood (Mount Pleasant: low crime, lender)

[Kiernan]

After getting my RN next year my long term boyfriend and I are looking to relocate to SC. We are coming down in October to check out some areas so your input would be wonderful!

Here is what we're looking for:
1. low crime, quiet neighborhood
2. tolerable commute to a major hospital for me to work
3. house prices that aren't driven by tourists
4. within close (20 mins away) proximity to stores/restaurants.
5. good public school district

Thank you so much for your help!

[Jim3310]

1. size of home
2. any 'must haves'
3. price range
4. which hospital is most likely
jim

[Kiernan]

Ideal home would be 3+ bedrooms, 2+ baths, 1/4+ acre lot. Price of no more than $250,000. Other than that, no "must haves." We are willing to put money into the house to remodel.

As for hospitals, I'm not set on any of them yet.

[Theresejenkins]

James Island, West Ashley, Summerville would all be good areas, Mount Pleasant would be great but getting that sq ftg for the price may be a challenge...

[Jim3310]

It's really going to depend on your hospital choice. If it's MUSC, there are some good buys on James Island that you could retro-fit. If up around Summerville or Trident hospital, there are tons of options.

I don't think housing will be the issue for the two of you. I believe it's going to be a 'feel' thing on the neighborhood & the public schools.
jim

[Theresejenkins]

don't forget to get a pre-approval letter from a lender as soon as you can, it's very important now to understand the changes in lending practises, as well as have a realtor inform you of the latest incentives for home buyers and the new FHA guidelines! good luck!