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West Summerville, SC - An area full of growth & fresh possibility in Dorchester County.


Updated October 24, 2023

Summerville Summers Corner Buffalo Lake
                                                  Buffalo Lake - Summers Corner
 
At the intersection of 17-A, Hwy 61 and 642 you’ll discover a unique fusion of town and country that provides a true lowcountry lifestyle. West Summerville provides convenient employment opportunities with natural beauty making this a desired new home destination. Its close proximity to historic plantations and the ACE Basin, and the fact that it’s a hop, skip and a jump to Volvo, Boeing and Mercedes, should move it to the top of your prospect list too.

Dorchester County comprises the western-most portion of the Greater Charleston’s tri-county region where Summerville, often referred to as “Flower Town in the Pines,” has dominated as the most prominent township for many a year.  It’s thriving economy largely attributed to the easy access provided by both I-26 and I-95 to major employers and Dorchester County’s highly acclaimed school district continues to attract new real estate development, pushing and consciously growing these boundaries further west.

Summerville Plantation Grounds
Photo Credit - Dave Allen Photography

Summerville has a unique history.  This area was initially settled in the 1700’s when Charleston residents sought a cool summer retreat from the heat and bugs of the coastal plantations and this same appeal remains today with the shade of pine forests and moss-draped live oaks … a relaxed community where uncultivated Lowcountry meets the boundaries of town.  

You’ll find blackwaters from the Ashley River that widen into a tidal estuary and numerous first-class historic sites like Middleton Place Plantation with its famous gardens, and neighboring Magnolia Plantation and Drayton Hall. Summerville is also known to be the birth place of sweet tea. You’ll find many nods to this historic designation, from an annual festival in its honor to the world’s largest mason jar of the “champagne of the south” that holds over 2,500 gallons. The local calendar is always chock full of events supporting locals to these communities too like the Big Obstacle Challenge at Summers Corner which raises funds for the Acuity Dental Foundation’s Innovation Awards.

Summerville Magnolia Plantation Bridge
Middleton Plantation 

Schools in this area are plentiful and highly sought after. Dorchester II is one of the highest performing school districts in the area and many of the master-planned neighborhoods in the area boast of their schools; Sand Hill Elementary, Rollings Middle School of the Arts, Beech Hill Elementary, Gregg Middle School and Ashley Ridge High School to name a few. Private education possibilities abound here as well with Pinewood Preparatory School located nearby and The Oaks Christian Academy, Trinity Classical Academy and Summerville Catholic School all in the vicinity. This area is also home to Charleston Southern University and Trident Technical College with College of Charleston and The Citadel right up the road. Many of the area master-planned communities also include incredible recreational options and convenient amenities that they offer make available to the general public. 
 
Summerville The Ponds Event Pavilion
The Ponds

Summers Corner is home to Buffalo Lake with an open-air pavilion where they host everything from Food Truck Fridays and movie night to a Farmer’s Market- there’s yoga classes, plein-air painting , a wide variety of special events where families and neighbors get together. The Ponds has over 1,000 acres of preserved land dotted with ancient moss-draped oaks, historic trails, ponds, lakes and acres of open recreational spaces that includes bike paths, a clubhouse, fishing, nature trails, an outdoor pool, parks, playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails- perfect for hiking, fishing, kayaking and canoeing. 

Summerville The Ponds Fishing
 The Ponds
 
Come #ridewiththeguide to enjoy these events, explore West Summerville and toast neighbors and new friends with the “champagne of the South.”


Zip Code: 29485
 

Area New Home Developments:
Central Avenue Townhomes - Upper $200s - Lennar
Cresswind Charleston - Mid $300s - Kolter Homes  (55+ Community)
Limehouse Village – Arbor Series - Mid $300s - Lennar
Limehouse Village – Row Collection - Upper $300s - Lennar
Pineland Village - Mid $400s - Center Park Homes
Six Oaks - Genesis Collection - Low $300s - Mungo
Six Oaks - Magnolia Collection - Mid $300s - Mungo
Six Oaks - Renaissance Collection - Mid $300s - Mungo
Six Oaks - Townhome Collection - Low $300s - Mungo
Summers Corner - Horizons: The Cottages - Mid $300s - Lennar  (55+ Community)
Summers Corner - Horizons: The Legends - Upper $300s - Lennar  (55+ Community)
Summers Corner - Horizons: The Estates - Low $400s - Lennar  (55+ Community)
Summers Corner - Sweetgrass - Mid $300s - Lennar


 

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