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I am considering a move and would like to make sure that the demographics are suitable. I am 42 and single and I am a DC native. Is it difficult to meet new people; both guys and girls? I dont have a pet but I probably would get a dog; is the area pet friendly? Lastly are any of the areas I could live pedestrian friendly? I would love to be able to walk everywhere. I am looking to rent at first and my max is 1500 a month for a 1BR...is this doable? I would like ideally to be on or near the water...is this possible?
OK I hope I hear back from anyone
Chandler
I'd suggest Daniel Island, or the perhaps areas like Seaside Farms/Long Grove in Mount Pleasant (which puts you 2 miles to the ocean). Both of the above areas would allow you complete walkability to neighborhood amenities, shopping, restaurants. Probably even more so with the Mount Pleasant locations. All of the above have rentals available for under $1500, and usually much larger than 1 bedrooms.
Thank you for that reply too! Ideally I want to be closer than 2 miles to the water. But I also would require a place where I can walk out my door and be in an area where I could walk across the street to retail. I think I have been spoiled by the area I currently live. Does anything like that exist there and would my peers live there or would 20 somethings live there? Sorry for all the questions...but isnt that what this site is for
If you want to be closer than that to the ocean, then I'd suggest Isle of Palms. There are many leasing offices over there, Island Realty comes to mind, and they should be able to set you up with what's coming available. I don't see anything active on the MLS at the moment. We don't have too many "downtown" areas right off the beach, so your shopping options will be somewhat limited unless you drive the 2 miles into Mount Pleasant.
OK i have done a little intel gathering and I do NOT want to live in on the island. I think it would be too small of an area and offer very little opportunity for me to meet new friends. That said I would greatly appreciate a quick opinion on the following ares as they relate to me. Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, Charleston, N. Charleston, and Summerville.
Thank you again and please dont inconvenience your day but if you could help me in your down time that would be great
Chandler
Proximity to water would rule out Summerville and North Charleston. Most likely would rule out west ashley as well, but areas like Avondale in west ashley are social and could potentially be a decent fit. Given your stated needs, I still think Mount Pleasant would likely suit you best. Check out Seaside Farms, and condo complexes around Towne Center, i.e. Montclair, Thickett, or larger developments like condos/rentals in Park West.
What is anyone's opinion on Central Square? Is it young or would a 42 year old lady fit in?
Chandler
The Central Square apartments seemed to be very young when we stayed there when we first arrived. I spent my entire first summer at the pool there and rarely saw anyone over mid-twenties poolside. The only people I ever met in their forties were like us, short term residents in corporate apartments. I liked the apartments just fine while we were there, but I would have felt very out of place there as a permanent resident.
I know you discarded the idea of Sullivan Island, but whenever we go down there for dinner most of the restaurant crowd seem to be in the age range you are looking for.
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