March Events and Real Estate in Charleston!

Check out the latest March Events and Real Estate News in Charleston SC. Our market is undergoing some pretty crazy changes these days and the news you hear on TV doesn’t help! In this news letter we hope we can shed some light on what’s happening locally and give you some entertainment ideas along the way.

MARCH 2023 | ISSUE 11

©2021 Anna Zlotnicki for Walk & Talk Charleston

Happy March!

Spring definitely came early this year! This beautiful weather has brought the Azaleas blooming (plus all the pollen!) AND our housing market has already started heating up. We’ve got the stats on what we saw in February and what we’re seeing today as well as tips on prepping your home for the Spring market. We’ve also got St. Patrick’s Day events throughout town, how to become a true Charlestonian and more.

Wishing you all the luck this month!

Sincerely,

Bill, Millie, Waverly, Jeff, & Chester

Byrd Property Group

HOW TO BEECOME A CHARLESTONIAN

The essentials

Voter registration

Make sure you’re eligible and registered to vote, find your polling location, and preview upcoming elections and sample ballots here.

Driver’s licenses and vehicle registration

New residents in need of an SC driver’s license will need to provide their social security number, proof of identity, citizenship, and date of birth, and two documents confirming their current physical SC address.

For dealer-purchased vehicles, titling and registration will be completed for you (generally). If your vehicle was purchased from an individual that holds the title, here’s what you’ll need to register your car in SC:

A completed Title Application and Statement of Vehicle Operation in South Carolina (if you don’t currently have an SC driver’s license or ID)
A first assignment completed on the title, including the odometer reading, date of sale, buyer’s name and address, sales price, lienholder information (if necessary), and seller’s and buyer’s signatures
Note: A bill of sale may need to be presented if the assignment on the title doesn’t have a sales price section

Find out what you need to transfer a plate or request a new one here. Initial registrations may be subject to title and registration fees.

Visit an SCDMV branch to obtain an SC driver’s license or register your vehicle.

Healthcare

Establishing yourself with a primary care provider is one of those things you’ll be glad you did when you need one. Reach out to the professionals at Roper St. Francis Healthcare, MUSC Health, or Palmetto Primary Care Physicians, to name a few. Pro tip: Websites like DocSpot filter physicians by location, patient reviews, insurance, language, and more.

Educational needs

School registration

Prepare your student for the school year by registering them with Charleston County School District (or Berkeley County School District). Here, you’ll find school districts based on your residential area, and elementary, middle, high, and charter schools within each of the eight constituent school districts. Use this map to find school options by zone.

Get details on Charleston County School District registration and enrollment here, including a required documentation list and registration link. For information on Charleston County’s private schools, check out this list.

Library card registration

If you think libraries are only for checking out the occasional book, think again. Register for a library card at your nearest Charleston County Public Library branch or online to take advantage of:

Curbside services
Books-by-mail
Events
Private meeting spaces for groups
Learning programs
One-on-one training
eBooks, music, and movies
Computer and Wi-Fi access

To get your card, you’ll need a photo ID and proof of address. Young adults ages 12-17 are eligible for a young adult library card, and those under the age of 12 can get a card with a parent or guardian’s signature.

Home necessities

Recycling

Thanks for thinking green. For everything you need to know about recycling in Charleston, from pickup days to container requests and accepted materials, check out this Charleston County Environmental Management page.

Utilities

Moving is exciting, but no one wants to unpack by candlelight. Establish your services with Dominion Energy by creating an account or updating your address in your existing account. Pro tip: Check out this info to learn how to manage seasonal bills.

Internet providers

No connectivity issues here. Check out some of the internet providers in the 843 below. Note: Service cost and availability may vary by location.

Xfinity | Internet service starting at $30 per month for 12 months
AT&T Fiber | Internet service starting at $55 per month
Home Telecom | Internet service starting at $49.95 per month
WOW! | Internet service starting at $9.99 per month
T-Mobile Home Internet | Internet service starting at $50 per month

Article via CHSToday

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CHARLESTON’S HOUSING MARKET

With these sunny, 70 degree days and continuous low inventory (still below pre-pandemic levels), it’s safe to say the Spring Market has already begun!

This year, Charleston’s market has seen a whiplash in activity starting with a rebalance in January, back to multiple offer situations in February and now still steady buying activity overall. With this most recent rate increase, buyers are being very thoughtful, however, with their budget and buying decisions. As always, it’s incredibly important to be presenting and pricing your home correctly (which is where our guidance and expertise comes in!).

Take a look below at the market stats for each area and please send us a reply if you’re planning to make a move this Spring.