PROs & CONs of Living in Charleston

Are you thinking of a move to Charleston SC? Have you only heard wonderful things about this great city? Well, they're all true. But it's not all rainbows and unicorns. This week I'm discussing my pros and cons of living in Charleston SC.
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  • @TheBillOlson
    @TheBillOlson4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching. What Pros and Cons did I miss? Let me know below in the comments.

  • @neetrab

    @neetrab

    4 жыл бұрын

    bro bro bro... how about THE WEATHER??????? UNFORTUNATELY, I've lived in the northeast for 40 years. I'm way passed due to moving more towards the south for that sunny weather! I've been to Charleston once and liked it a lot. I assume no snow.. No snow??? THAT'S HEAVEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Edyth_Hedd

    @Edyth_Hedd

    4 жыл бұрын

    You spoke about the low property tax rates, but failed to mention that people over 65 don't pay property tax at all. That's a pretty huge deal.

  • @ji-ji4632

    @ji-ji4632

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s a “blue state” with in denial “red minds”.

  • @embrianne2286

    @embrianne2286

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ji-ji4632 farthest thing from a blue state

  • @ji-ji4632

    @ji-ji4632

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@embrianne2286 facts.

  • @LIVINGINPALMBEACHFLORIDA
    @LIVINGINPALMBEACHFLORIDA4 жыл бұрын

    Been to Charleston once. I thought it was beautiful! Yes, the beaches, the beaches!

  • @edmontonexpert
    @edmontonexpert4 жыл бұрын

    Great info! I love the pro/con info to get the full picture.

  • @OSLhomesByKrish
    @OSLhomesByKrish4 жыл бұрын

    this was super thorough! love this area!😀

  • @LisaSabala
    @LisaSabala4 жыл бұрын

    Every place has its pros and cons. Thanks for sharing the pros and cons of living in Charleston!

  • @michaelchristopher1989
    @michaelchristopher19894 жыл бұрын

    I feel like I missed the primetime to move somewhere back in the early 2010s. It seems like people are going insane moving places they used to vacation just to impress their followers on Instagram.

  • @three5581

    @three5581

    3 жыл бұрын

    This is what happens when you expose Charleston to the world. It’s becoming modern and is losing what Charleston use to be

  • @Brassfunky
    @Brassfunky4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video. Well done.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

  • @Mark.Watson
    @Mark.Watson4 жыл бұрын

    Low property taxes are offset by annual expenses like personal property tax (cars, boats), flood insurance and pest control. Traffic is bad relative to population size.

  • @godblessamericahomeofthefr4642
    @godblessamericahomeofthefr46423 жыл бұрын

    Well we just bought a house here in August we came from Long Island New York to North Carolina for four years and decided to buy a house in South Carolina and North Charleston. Me personally I like living in farmland my wife likes living around a city so hit a bump in the road. I really wanted to be in the mountains country living I like seeing animals and like doing outdoor things such as fishing kayaking maybe hiking trail bikes etc. and hunting. It’s just me my wife and my daughter my son just passed eight months ago he was 23 years old it’s been very hard on us. But yes I always wanted to live in a smaller log cabin house say three bedroom 2 1/2 baths towards the mountains may be lakefront that’s my dream house. I’m 56 my wife is 51 we’re both retired my daughter is off to college until she starts her life we can’t make a move from North Charleston/Summerville, until she starts her adult life.Well that’s about it you have a super fine day and enjoy South Carolina. Peace

  • @ChrisCucoch
    @ChrisCucoch4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing pros and cons video.

  • @maxmaere2253
    @maxmaere22533 жыл бұрын

    This was extremely helpful. Thank you.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome! Are you planning on moving to Charleston?

  • @tbb9716

    @tbb9716

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson how far are Goose Creek, Summerville, and monks from Charleston & downtown?? I want to be somewhere close enough to Charleston, downtown, the waterfront park, the battery park but not crazy expensive? I read West Ashley was good?

  • @georgiacoasthomes
    @georgiacoasthomes4 жыл бұрын

    I love Charleston! I haven’t been to the beach there though. This summer, for sure!

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    I recommend Folly! It’s a true little beach town. It’s like a small Tybee Island.

  • @PapasAnimals
    @PapasAnimals3 ай бұрын

    I LOVE this channel! At one time my Lovely Bride (of 45 years) and I were considering South Carolina in our retirement plans. We've made ONE final offer on a home near Denver. We've decided that if this last rural Colorado place doesn't work out, then we're moving to South Carolina! Peace and Love, Neighbors! -Don

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 ай бұрын

    I really hope it works out…but if it doesn’t, you know who to call!

  • @charleswagenseil5496
    @charleswagenseil54963 жыл бұрын

    Bill- thank you for sharing and very informative! We’re anxiously looking forward to moving back down south and fleeing the high taxed state of RI in about a year and calling Charleston home. Hopefully the real estate market “normalizes” in 2022. Cheers!

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hey Charles, unfortunately, I don’t think it’s going to normalize that quickly, but I’ve been wrong before...but shhhh don’t tel anyone LOL

  • @EASTNSIM9454
    @EASTNSIM94544 жыл бұрын

    brings up traffic. laughs in miami dade county

  • @christopherhernandez3909

    @christopherhernandez3909

    4 жыл бұрын

    true 🤣

  • @eternaldarkness2094

    @eternaldarkness2094

    4 жыл бұрын

    Exactly. This guy has never been stuck in traffic for 3 1/2 hours.

  • @UKWizdakey2lyfe

    @UKWizdakey2lyfe

    3 жыл бұрын

    NYC traffic 😂

  • @burtpenguin
    @burtpenguin4 жыл бұрын

    i already live in charleston, Its great, lovin it

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    I agree. It’s a great place to live! What’s your favorite part about living here?

  • @burtpenguin

    @burtpenguin

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson I like just about everything but the thing that stands out is the history and the places in the charleston area like daniel island has good trails to walk on and mount pleasant has nice places by the water also the restaurants here are good like sesame (its a burger place) Edit: the beaches are cool also like Sullivan's Island.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    burtpenguin29 All amazing things. Sesame has a great burger!

  • @burtpenguin

    @burtpenguin

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson they do indeed!

  • @mitchelldaniels575
    @mitchelldaniels5754 жыл бұрын

    Use to live in Wilmington NC, moved back to pa missing the southern life. Really thinking about Charleston in a few yrs.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    If you have any questions about making that a reality I’m here to answer them.

  • @westonmartinez4481

    @westonmartinez4481

    4 жыл бұрын

    I'm from Wilmington moved to phoinex and I'm ready to move to Charleston

  • @rryanboyle

    @rryanboyle

    4 жыл бұрын

    i’m from pa and moving to wilmington nc next week

  • @dmaher8774
    @dmaher87743 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate your honesty about the cons. Seriously thinking of moving to Charleston. Been there several times. Great place to retire.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! I'm actually getting ready to put out a new video about retiring to South Carolina very very soon.

  • @KarenJackson
    @KarenJackson4 жыл бұрын

    I love Charlestom. Such a great city!

  • @andrewriley7714

    @andrewriley7714

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lol

  • @chrisjames7089

    @chrisjames7089

    4 жыл бұрын

    LMFAO😂🤣😭

  • @jtoland2333
    @jtoland23334 жыл бұрын

    I lived in Charleston temporarily for work and I loved it! Coming from Seattle (this was before the city lost its mind with CHAZ), I fell in love with the history, the buildings, the food (Bear E Cafe is where I had my first shrimp & grits), loved the wonderful people and Southern manners. And I had a part time job at the Aquarium gift shop which I enjoyed a lot. Hi Anya and Marci! What I learned was to not live in West Ashley if you don't have a car. I got spoiled by King County Metro which ran almost around the clock. I spent waaaaay too much on Uber. Good sir, I do plan to move back to Charleston by Spring 2021. Id love to talk to you about first time homeowner programs if you know of any. Heaven knows, I can't afford anything in the PWN.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    J Toland Shoot me an email and let’s schedule a time to chat. BillOlsonRealtor@gmail.com

  • @tbb9716

    @tbb9716

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson what’s the best area to live outside of down town on a budget?

  • @tbb9716

    @tbb9716

    3 жыл бұрын

    What’s the best area to live in near downtown on a budget ? I thought it was West Ashley?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@tbb9716 That depends on what your budget is. Goose Creek, Summerville and Moncks Corner are great areas that are cheaper than Charleston. The further you get from downtown and the coast the further your dollar will stretch.

  • @TheFloridaAgents
    @TheFloridaAgents4 жыл бұрын

    I would love to explore Charleston. It's on my list

  • @AWCTB
    @AWCTB3 жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to move to charleston county, when im in highschool i'm hoping to be a lifeguard

  • @TiffanyLoveLivesAmplified
    @TiffanyLoveLivesAmplified4 жыл бұрын

    I’m moving back from traveling the world and I think I want to live in Charleston

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Charleston is truly an amazing place with great history. Let me know if I can answer any questions for you.

  • @olaguna2
    @olaguna24 жыл бұрын

    9% tax!? Traffic? Bah sounds like child’s play. (CA native). Hurricane tho....... yaaaaaa.

  • @jtoland2333

    @jtoland2333

    4 жыл бұрын

    I know, right? I'd hear my Uber driver complain about the traffic. I said, "If we're moving, it's not bad traffic!"

  • @godblessamericahomeofthefr4642

    @godblessamericahomeofthefr4642

    3 жыл бұрын

    Just remember you’re moving from California which is a liberal Democrat state to a more Republican conservative state and we do have military here in South Carolina to basis to be accurate and we do love our country. I just wanted to give you a heads up please leave your liberal and Democrat politics for the West Coast since you’re moving to a red state that’s one of the main reasons we moved to South Carolina from North Carolina from Long Island New York for 51 years. A lot of people are running to move from New York down to Florida Georgia South Carolina North Carolina even Virginia I’m talking East Coast because we do love the beaches. Enjoy your stay and I hope you enjoy the southern life

  • @RealtorKateSmith
    @RealtorKateSmith4 жыл бұрын

    The history is a big factor for me. Charleston is famous for it and of course, great food.

  • @Banana-zu8tn
    @Banana-zu8tn3 жыл бұрын

    Upstate ❤❤

  • @noyansever
    @noyansever2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Bill.. I was in Charleston for few days last summer and I fell in love with it.. Such a beautiful city & people.. It looks like I might have a chance to move there soon but the offer is $50K a year.. Much less then what I am making now but it's not all about money. Do u think I can afford to rent & live there with that salary ? Is it doable ? Which neighborhoods would u recommend ?

  • @fabiosp43
    @fabiosp433 жыл бұрын

    I understand it's a long way from South America to South Carolina but I'd probably visit it someday.

  • @Ashley-pn2is
    @Ashley-pn2is4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this, this is helping me with my family of 3 . Do you suggest renters to try to live in charleston or elsewhere?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ashley Riser Hey Ashley. It depends on what your budget is as to the best place around Charleston to rent. Shoot me an email and I can help you navigate to best places for your family.

  • @Ashley-pn2is

    @Ashley-pn2is

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson your awesome thank you so much!

  • @Mary33Vlogs
    @Mary33Vlogs4 жыл бұрын

    Hi my friend I live in John's Island 👍😉🔔

  • @misterregion7614

    @misterregion7614

    4 жыл бұрын

    Considering it since I’m currently in Hellifornia

  • @ginareale5086
    @ginareale50864 жыл бұрын

    I’ve been there several times and I want to move back so bad it’s very hard to pick up all your stuff and move

  • @Marc-io8qm

    @Marc-io8qm

    3 жыл бұрын

    No it's not.

  • @tasjourney7778
    @tasjourney77784 жыл бұрын

    My wife and I plan on moving to SC very soon we love Myrtle Beach but never been to Charleston

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Charleston is awesome! Let me know if you have any questions about the area.

  • @eastcoastcoder

    @eastcoastcoder

    4 жыл бұрын

    Charleston is an awesome city. To me it feels a lot like St. Louis. I personally moved from Southern IL to Myrtle Beach because it’s more beach focused and traffic isn’t crazy. It’s more of a spread out city. That said, it isn’t as cultural nor artistic as Charleston. But we have a lot of influence from northerners, every other person you meet is a transplant from NY, NJ, or Ohio. Anywhere you decide on SC is an awesome place to live. Charleston is for people more used to big city life. Myrtle is for people more used to small city life with the occasional influx of tourists...Not nearly as classy but very laid back and you get a break from everyone in the winter season.

  • @eastcoastcoder

    @eastcoastcoder

    4 жыл бұрын

    As the state reopens I highly recommend you take a week or so to visit both cities again. You can make it from Myrtle to Charleston in about two hours. Though live in Myrtle, I visit Charleston frequently like it’s a second home. It all boils down to your own personal preferences. :-)

  • @JameyRocket
    @JameyRocket3 жыл бұрын

    Thx for the info. I'm moving near Beaufort for work and I know nothing of the land. I'm looking to stay somewhere in-between there and Charleston, but I don't want to worry about flooding to much, is there a place or two you recommend that would be less prone to flooding. Thanks

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jamey I’m actually editing some videos about flooding now and should be up next week, but I would be more than happy to chat with you about it. Shoot me an email @ BillOlsonRealtor@gmail.com

  • @JameyRocket

    @JameyRocket

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson thank you for you prompt response, I appreciate it.

  • @SheSellsBoise
    @SheSellsBoise4 жыл бұрын

    Holy Cow Bill! Your property taxes are amazingly cheap!!!! I wanna come visit now and hit some of those beaches and restaurants too!

  • @jessicamargo3277
    @jessicamargo32772 жыл бұрын

    Hi! My husband and I loved our trip to Charleston but he isn’t sure about moving now due to how humid it was. Granted we busted at the end of September… how many months would you say it’s super hot? He’s from Kansas so he did grow up with humidity. Lol I’m still trying to convince him it wouldn’t be that bad. Hahaha we loved it!

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s really not THAT bad. You get a nice breeze off the ocean most days. I’d say roughly 3ish months of really hot. But on the flip side, it’s Dec 3rd and it’s 73° out! Tell him that! That should convince him.

  • @jessicamargo3277

    @jessicamargo3277

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson awesome! Thank you! I appreciate the info!

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jessicamargo3277 you’re welcome. If you, or your husband, have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.

  • @irishrodha3828
    @irishrodha38284 жыл бұрын

    I'm from Ireland, and the I would move to Charlston South Carolina.

  • @angelahartley3212
    @angelahartley32123 жыл бұрын

    There are pros and cons about every city i think. Is it true that the reason the houses were built skinny but long was that they were taxed on how wide the home was so they built it long instead of wide to bypass the heavy taxes?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Actually that's a common myth heard around here. It's actually because the lots were skinny and placing the house sideways made the best use of space. It also allowed the home to take full advantage of the prevailing southerly breezes, necessary in the hot summer climate.

  • @mr.mentertainment
    @mr.mentertainment4 жыл бұрын

    Thinking about moving to Lexington sc what are the pros n cons there looking to buy a house there in april coming from up north how are the job

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m not super familiar with Lexington but could definitely connect you with someone who is.

  • @darkboyarmy8370
    @darkboyarmy83703 жыл бұрын

    Y'all please don't move here..the birds scream MOAWK every night and also the chairs are very active

  • @vigileer
    @vigileer2 жыл бұрын

    Which county allows backyard poultry, free range chickens?

  • @cidifede1
    @cidifede13 жыл бұрын

    What neighborhoods are prone to flooding? I am here in California and I am done with the traffic, fires, earthquakes and high property tax. I am looking to move to Charleston near gordon street?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s in Wagener Terrace which is a wonderful neighborhood. It is in flood zone AE, which is moderate risk and flood insurance is required by mortgage companies, but I am not aware of any flooding prevalent in the area during not hurricanes or large storms. I’d be more than happy to discuss further. Shoot me an email at BillOlsonRealtor@gmail.com

  • @rebeccavirginia9859
    @rebeccavirginia98592 жыл бұрын

    Hi!! Probably me and my husband will moving to Charleston. He probably will work at Charleston Place Hotel (Meeting St.) But we have a low budget. ($700,00-$900,00 max). What do you recommend to us? I'm soo worried :(

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Rebecca, shoot me an email at bill@livinginchs.com and let’s schedule a quick chat about the possible move and your neighborhood options. No need to be worried.

  • @myrainman2116
    @myrainman21164 жыл бұрын

    My husband and I want to move there. Yes, were aware of the 5 pros/cons. Where would I go to take the South Carolina Dental Radiograph X ray exam/test. I have a certificate in Dental Radiology from Michigan, not sure if I can transfer that over, or just take the test, in order to work as a Dental Assistant. My husband is a nuclear parts instructor. Of course, we can't do anything now, due to the Corona Virus, but its in our future sooner than later. Were thinking a condo with our 2 Jack Russell Terriers.

  • @christengardner4780

    @christengardner4780

    4 жыл бұрын

    I want to move there too I’m a nurse

  • @jtoland2333

    @jtoland2333

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@christengardner4780 You will be very impressed with Roper St. Francis. Not only is the staff super nice (from a patient's point of view), the inside looks like a posh hotel.

  • @tbb9716
    @tbb97163 жыл бұрын

    How expensive is the rent for a single person? Do they have things like mother in law suites available? Are there a lot of good job availability since it’s such a tourist area?

  • @tmichele8922
    @tmichele89224 жыл бұрын

    Love Charleston, downtown, and especially the people. But the job market sucks in pay. Was rethinking of relocating.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    What industry are you referring to?

  • @tmichele8922

    @tmichele8922

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson I live in Ohio and do city transportation at 29hr if i relocate the pay starts at 16 hr. so I would struggle if i sell my home here and buy a home there.. as much as i would love to be there I see the housing market is expensive. also as soon as I pass my real estate test then I have to come there and take classes all over again.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@tmichele8922 Understandable. The cost of living is much higher than most of Ohio. Where in Ohio? I grew up outside of Youngstown and went to college in Cincinnati.

  • @tmichele8922

    @tmichele8922

    4 жыл бұрын

    Living in Charleston SC Columbus. Do you send listings out

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@tmichele8922 I do. Would you like me to send some to you?

  • @sarahlynn3573
    @sarahlynn35734 жыл бұрын

    My boyfriend and I visited here and I knew immediately I would love to live here. He agreed about half way through the trip. We are from AL, so I understand the cost of living is much more. How do you know you’re ready to move somewhere? When is another good time to visit to see if we actually want to live here? (I.E. traffic, weather, etc.)

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Sarah! When you know you just know. And sometimes taking a leap of faith is the best way to do it! There really isn’t a bad time to visit. Winters are fairly mild with less tourists, but you can’t go to the beach. Summers are hot and humid with more tourists but better weather for the beach. Depending on when you want to make the move, the sooner the better. That way if you decide it’s right, you’re here for beach season!

  • @mrslavanderblu

    @mrslavanderblu

    4 жыл бұрын

    Once you have a job waiting for you lol

  • @hebahr.9500
    @hebahr.95003 жыл бұрын

    What you think of mount pleasant? Is it a good place to move in cuz we want to move to Charleston ?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hebah R. Yes, Mt Pleasant is a very desirable area! When do you want to move?

  • @hebahr.9500

    @hebahr.9500

    3 жыл бұрын

    Bill Olson thank you 👍🏻we still not decided yet

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    If you ever want to chat about your move or ask any questions to make sure you make a good decision, don’t hesitate to reach out.

  • @antiniaedmonds967
    @antiniaedmonds9674 жыл бұрын

    I'm strongly considering moving to SC. How are the jobs for police officers or correctional officers? What would be the best area of SC for work in corrections?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    I am not 100% familiar with corrections jobs, but a ton of info can be found here. www.doc.sc.gov/Employment/employment.html

  • @ji-ji4632
    @ji-ji46324 жыл бұрын

    I’m moving next week. So far it seems pricey for a good apartment, or at least what I HOPE is a good apartment since I’m renting based on photos and reviews.

  • @sarahlynn3573

    @sarahlynn3573

    4 жыл бұрын

    Jinan Rinae how do you like it? Looking to move as well!

  • @kinyunjarmon8575

    @kinyunjarmon8575

    4 жыл бұрын

    It is EXPENSIVE here!!!! Black Charlestonians seem to be less pleasant than I expected :-( and I'm from Detroit so I KNOW a thing or two about unpleasant folks but I was not prepared for the flat mean and evil demeanor of my people here. Prepare yourself for an interesting experience. Good luck.

  • @lr9152

    @lr9152

    4 жыл бұрын

    Any idea one how prices are on one bedroom apartment s ?

  • @JerricaJahnae23

    @JerricaJahnae23

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s super expensive, the pay is not so great people are not as nice as I expected being the heart of the south , a lot of crime and homeless and drug addiction it’s a great city if you can afford to be downtown or in the country or on the water

  • @ji-ji4632

    @ji-ji4632

    3 жыл бұрын

    So I’ve been here almost a year now and I quickly learned that looks are deceiving. My apartment was ok until I came home to a big ass dead roach belly up on my counter. Where it was just didn’t make sense unless it fell from the cabinet. I fogged my apt. and they were coming out the woodwork!! It was to the point where I was sleeping with lights on and barricaded myself in my bedroom. Apt manager took me for a joke so I forced them to tear up my lease. I now rent a room in a decent location but I swear I’m near a fireworks facility or something because I constantly hear them. As far as this city being expensive... I’m from California so I’m groomed to not flinch at dollar signs, BUT I at least expect a certain quality for what I’m paying and that is where the ball is dropped. I paid less and got way more living in downtown St. Louis and they don’t offer employer discounts here either. I mention that because I’m federal and I’ve always had a preferred employer discount wherever I lived. There isn’t much to do here, the water smells atrocious unless it rains, there are snakes and gators, and it just simply isn’t worth it. I’ve driven up to North Carolina a few times and honestly I’d rather live there and commute. If you are just itching to move to the south, try Florida or Alabama or just save yourself the headache and move to Texas. Even the fast food quality is crap here, aside from a few gems, they really DONT CARE, I’m surprised I haven’t gotten food poisoning.

  • @kjkegari
    @kjkegari4 жыл бұрын

    Great city! Lived there for three years. Have to say the rent prices are ridiculous. Pretty much highway robbery here. I agree it’s a beautiful city, but there are prettier places in the country that aren’t nearly as expensive. Have to say there really isn’t as much to do as I’d hoped. Maybe that’s because I’m from Nashville where there is almost an endless amount of things to do lol. Nevertheless, loved living there. Mild winters and beaches are hard to beat!

  • @eternaldarkness2094

    @eternaldarkness2094

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kevin looking at rents, it’s the cheapest of any city I have seen. A luxury 2 bed apartment that would go for 4-5K in Miami, NY, Denver, Boston, LA, goes for 1500.

  • @kjkegari

    @kjkegari

    4 жыл бұрын

    Eternal Darkness Yes but those aren’t comparable cities. Charleston isn’t nearly the size nor has as much to offer as the ones you mentioned. A city like Nashville, which is more popular than Charleston IMO, has more comparable rent rates. And Nashville is one of the “hot” cities people are moving to.

  • @dathip
    @dathip4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir. Moving to North Charleston, SC in March

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    North Charleston is a great area! What’s bringing you to town?

  • @dathip

    @dathip

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheBillOlson A residential electrical helper position. One to become a electrician.

  • @rustbucket1728

    @rustbucket1728

    4 жыл бұрын

    What part of North Charleston are you moving to? I live in Park Circle which is a nice area. It's centrally located not too far from the main traffic arteries.

  • @burtpenguin

    @burtpenguin

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@rustbucket1728 have you been to sesame its a really good burger place 🍔

  • @rustbucket1728

    @rustbucket1728

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@burtpenguin Just a few streets away been going there since they first opened. Have you been to Park Pizza? Big fan of the Firebird

  • @fabicat8631
    @fabicat86314 жыл бұрын

    Im curious to know how welcoming is with foreigners .. latin people .. and if its good to get a job there?

  • @mylenefarmer89

    @mylenefarmer89

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's a very white city I love it still I don't think Latins will feel comfy there

  • @anthonyballew1159
    @anthonyballew11594 жыл бұрын

    Hey you forgot to mention the Palmetto bugs lol

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ha! Don’t scare people away with our fancy name for cockroaches!

  • @ginareale5086

    @ginareale5086

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ohhh yea I live in Florida and I have never seen palmetto bugs as big as they are in Charleston holy crap

  • @coletc

    @coletc

    3 жыл бұрын

    We spent a month in Summerville as a temporary change of scenery and these bugs were so disturbing that we almost went home the first week. Roaches! They are a dealbreaker for a permanent relocation. Is it possible to rid yourself of them in terms of daily living?

  • @darkboyarmy8370

    @darkboyarmy8370

    3 жыл бұрын

    Don't move here..the birds scream MOAWK every night

  • @geeez4231
    @geeez42313 жыл бұрын

    I wonder where is the cheapest place to live on like a lake or river

  • @MichalSustek
    @MichalSustek3 жыл бұрын

    Do you think that Charleston or whole SC could be alternative to California when in comes to weather or climate?

  • @scottgorman7166

    @scottgorman7166

    3 жыл бұрын

    Humidity in S.CAL on bad days might be 65% to maybe 80 for a week here or there. Try the south in July to Sept 80-90% for weeks at a time. I went from NY on ocean to S.Cal on ocean and thinking of SC. Its real different.

  • @alliewilcox8622
    @alliewilcox86224 жыл бұрын

    What are the average temps in the summer?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Allie. It can get pretty hot and humid, usually in the 90s during the hottest times. But balanced out by mild winters.

  • @soulsirenhypnotherapy
    @soulsirenhypnotherapy3 жыл бұрын

    I grew up in Florida. I'm guessing the humidity won't phase me.

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    You should be just fine! 🥵

  • @rosew.4855
    @rosew.48553 жыл бұрын

    Is Summerville a flooding area?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Contrary to popular belief, there isn’t regular rampant flooding everywhere. Most of the flooding occurs on a few streets downtown on the Charleston peninsula.

  • @Mav0585
    @Mav05853 жыл бұрын

    How about Charleston vs Greenville?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s a great topic. I’ll work on putting a video out for you.

  • @garygrimmer3104
    @garygrimmer31044 жыл бұрын

    Get to it uh

  • @bryceshannenclother4657
    @bryceshannenclother46573 жыл бұрын

    9 percent sales tax...haha, I'm in Washington, its 10 plus depending on the city

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    Whoa! I thought we were high!

  • @GM-xo7yy

    @GM-xo7yy

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's because liberals love taxes

  • @ashleyrose5170
    @ashleyrose51703 жыл бұрын

    Help lolz

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    3 жыл бұрын

    What do you need help with?

  • @mrslavanderblu
    @mrslavanderblu4 жыл бұрын

    Sales tax is 11% in North Charleston

  • @AlysonWahl
    @AlysonWahl4 жыл бұрын

    Great pros, average cons except for #1 which is unique to your coastal area

  • @darryljones6129
    @darryljones61293 жыл бұрын

    Charleston is full. Stay where you are!

  • @katienewhall1508
    @katienewhall15084 жыл бұрын

    Thinking about moving to the area. Can you send me homes for sale and single family homes for rent

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Katie Newhall More than happy to. Send me an email to BillOlsonRealtor@gmail.com with what you’re looking for in a home and I’ll send those over to you. Then I’ll also know what email to send them to without you posting it in the comments for all to see.

  • @justinmoore1585
    @justinmoore15854 жыл бұрын

    Yo you forgot how bad the drivers are here and golf courses

  • @melanieannburke-mccarty7480
    @melanieannburke-mccarty74803 жыл бұрын

    Won't stay southern with everyone moving there. That's what makes the drivers and traffic bad.

  • @andrewe.7907
    @andrewe.79074 жыл бұрын

    Mosquitos?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, plenty of mosquitos because of all the marshland and climate.

  • @Jaybabe973
    @Jaybabe9733 жыл бұрын

    I live here. Traffic is not bad, you will spend a bit of time in “congestion” these people have no idea what traffic is ( I’m from northern NJ) can be expensive but overall it’s so gorgeous. Beaches, city, suburban neighborhoods. They have everything you could want. The food scene is great and it’s gorgeous and historical!

  • @timsanford5310
    @timsanford5310 Жыл бұрын

    Beaches?

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    Жыл бұрын

    What about the beaches are you specifically asking?

  • @jermen5137
    @jermen51374 жыл бұрын

    Charleston is losing its charm and history the more people moved down here. It’s like a northern getaway at this point. Not the same. Still beautiful but it’s just overcrowded and too expensive.

  • @jtoland2333

    @jtoland2333

    4 жыл бұрын

    I understand how you feel, but if cities don't get new blood, they die. Plus, people like to go to places they perceive to be a better fit for their values. One of the things that make Charleston appealing to me is the appreciation of manners, history, and family values, as well as how my political and religious views are more accepted there. In other words, while you may encounter newcomers who you'll want to send packing, others may be just the kind of folks you want moving in.

  • @The325dmc
    @The325dmc4 жыл бұрын

    please dont move here... the roads cant take it

  • @DanielGennaro

    @DanielGennaro

    4 жыл бұрын

    Tell that to Colorado lol

  • @myrainman2116

    @myrainman2116

    4 жыл бұрын

    Send them to Michigan. Pot hole city. Our Governor's campaign slogan was fix the dam roads. Lol, were still waiting.

  • @melanieannburke-mccarty7480

    @melanieannburke-mccarty7480

    3 жыл бұрын

    Agreed!

  • @melanieannburke-mccarty7480

    @melanieannburke-mccarty7480

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree!

  • @jessw31178

    @jessw31178

    3 жыл бұрын

    People would complain if their property taxes went up, but that would help fix the roads.

  • @matthewcoloma5220
    @matthewcoloma52204 жыл бұрын

    I’m from NY and I want to attend the college of Charleston. Pretty much living on a beach. Sign me up lol

  • @Pocoson
    @Pocoson4 жыл бұрын

    Cost of living tho.... is like way up there tho:/

  • @TheBillOlson

    @TheBillOlson

    4 жыл бұрын

    I’m glad you mentioned this. Did you see my cost of living video? kzread.info/dash/bejne/dKV8m8GnpZSnlbA.html

  • @Mike-yj5yw
    @Mike-yj5yw3 жыл бұрын

    #1 con...Northerners/liberals moving here from the North.

  • @Mike-yj5yw

    @Mike-yj5yw

    3 жыл бұрын

    @James Doolittle And you must be a Communist/Marxist pole smoker. Go figure.

  • @GM-xo7yy

    @GM-xo7yy

    3 жыл бұрын

    @James Doolittle buss

  • @UKWizdakey2lyfe

    @UKWizdakey2lyfe

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lmaooooooo

  • @scottgorman7166

    @scottgorman7166

    3 жыл бұрын

    @James Doolittle now now James....why are all the blue state people leaving by the droves. Use your head, forget the Mega crap. The ideology doesn't freakin work. Proven time and time again.

  • @1212SBennett
    @1212SBennett4 жыл бұрын

    NO WE DONT WANT MORE PEOPLE 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

  • @melissafessler5812

    @melissafessler5812

    4 жыл бұрын

    Until you’ve lived in Phoenix Arizona you don’t know anything about people sweetheart

  • @melanieannburke-mccarty7480

    @melanieannburke-mccarty7480

    3 жыл бұрын

    Amen!