Fantastic work Nat, you have a very comprehensive video of all things Charleston! Brilliant way to add value to the community and beyond. Great content, editing and engaging! I look forward to your videos and future success!
As a Charleston Expat (CofC Class of 91) I lived there for thirty years and miss it terribly. Love the channel simply for my long distance Low Country fix.
Thanks Chris! I have a deep dive Charleston Overview coming soon - run time is an hour and 45 mins. Covers the whole area. You should be tired of me after that :)
Very nice job, Nat! Your voice tone was very pleasing, and you presented the kind of features that new arrivals/homeowners are looking for. We all love the classic historical homes, but most are way beyond most budgets. You highlighted the convenience, as I was not that familiar with either neigh or hood you featured, but have been in the area on drives around town (e.g., to Charles Town Landing). I so love Charleston, so just being in the area is a plus, and I can understand most people not wanting to leave. The featured home looked wonderful, and had some features of my home on Mercer Island, WA and about the same 2200sf, but not quite all the upgrades - and while close to Seattle, had no delightful Charleston climate and sunshine. Thanks for sharing and giving good I formation without being real "salesy". I realize this video was done 17 months ago, and the real estate market has really heated up, but what approximate price range is a house like this in?
Hi Jim, thanks for your nice feedback. You are correct, the market is certainly heated up. I just sold three in the neighborhood in the past two months. One was a fixer-upper that sold for 450, another was fixed up that sold for 550 and another was in need of some fixing but had a lot of charm and sold for 542. All of them roughly the same size as the subject property you mentioned. Hopefully the market simmers down a bit because it’s a challenge. Feel free to reach out to me from my website if you ever need me. It’s natwallen.com
I haven’t been to Charleston since Jan 2020.. this was my last trip since the Covid stuff popped off. My fiancé and I love Charleston, and try to make trips as often as possible.
I just moved here from Salt Lake City back in October. I currently rent an apartment right on Sam Rittenberg just down the road for Harris Teeters. I absolutely love living here! I am so happy that I took that leap of faith for a new job and a new city!
Hi, neighbor! Well, not exactly. I lived on Carriage Road but I DID attend church nearby. I was blessed to live temporarily in Charleston for six months and then had to return to Seattle just ahead of the virus and current madness. God willing I'll be back in 2021.
Nat, my wife and I are wanting to look into moving to Johns Island or Charleston and possibly build a new home. I retire this coming December and my wife retires next March.
Hi Thomas, congrats on the upcoming retirement! Would you like to reach out to me and have a phone call at some point? If so, here’s my e-mail: natwallenexp@gmail.com
Hi Nat. I’m in the process of getting my home ready for sale in the SF Bay Area. Hope to be sold in early November. Looking for a great 4/2 home in Charleston or Mount Pleasant area, in the upper 400k range with private fenced yard in back. Thanks for these videos. They are very helpful.
Hi Matthew, it’s not too much of a challenge to tear down and rebuild but we haven’t seen that in this particular part of town yet. There are some communities in West Ashley that you can have a boat, but they’re primarily on the other side of the area. The Ashley Riverside for the most part has shallower water and farther expenses of March to actually get to them. I actually live on the river here and it’s a beautiful setting, but the marsh is too far to build a dock and even if I did, there would be little water to enjoy just because of the nature of the Ashley River on this particular side of it. There are other good options to consider if that’s the goal.Feel free to reach out to me via natwallen.com if you want to talk.
We are looking at moving to the area late summer early fall. What are the schools like in west Ashley. We have been looking in mount Pleasant because of the schools there
Thanks for watching and good question! West Ashley and Mt Pleasant are very different.. but both very good. I would suggest checking this website at: www.ccsdschools.com/ - it will help paint a picture with reviews, grades, certain schools, their locations etc. - Reach out anytime you need more help!
Hey Nat! Random question! My husband and I are moving to North Daniel Island to a complex called Sweetwater. Do you know much about the area? Would love input! THANK YOU!
Hey, I am not 100% familiar with the complex. Is it technically on Daniel Island, if so, I am sure you will enjoy it. Daniel Island is amazing! Do you have a street address? If so, I will look at it and give you my two cents
Nat: I’m super worried about the mosquitoes, bugs and alligators due to being on the marsh, not to mention the potential for FLOORDING with the ever increasing sea level rise. What Charleston neighborhood would avoid theses threats? Thank you in advance, Dana
SureLess potential for flooding in Summerville. As far as mosquitos, bugs and alligators? That’s everywhere around here. I’ve seen just as many bugs and alligators when I lived in Summerville as here on the coast, maybe even more. Either you accept and live with it or the lowcountry isn’t for you.
@@NatWallen-Realtor-Charleston don't get me wrong, it's gorgeous and my family had a wonderful time there...so much so that I want to leave california as soon as early 2021 to move there... but am I wrong? www.postandcourier.com/news/as-the-nation-becomes-more-diverse-south-carolina-remains-the-same/article_eeda0b84-b000-11ea-b245-cf661a302ef5.html Love your series btw... definitely provides me with a lot more insight as far as what to expect if I decide to call Charleston home soon.
Forgot to say im from California and am used to all kinds of diverse people from diverse backgrounds... my baby has friends whose families are from Mexico to Asia to the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Philippines & more... and they teach French Spanish Tagalog & more languages in his classroom... so perhaps SC came as a bit of a culture shock in a sense. But it is truly a lovely gem we’ll be visiting again.
I would love to see more people from other places come. Tough to put a finger on it. Everyone’s welcome that’s for sure! Thanks for your nice words! I have more videos coming. Major project
To each their own. But I spent two nights in Greenville to assess whether I might prefer Greenville over Charleston as my retirement destination. It took me only one hour of driving around downtown Greenville to decide that I disliked Greenville. So, I spent the remainder of my time two days in my hotel room. Because one hour was enough for me to decide that I like Charleston better.
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Fantastic work Nat, you have a very comprehensive video of all things Charleston! Brilliant way to add value to the community and beyond. Great content, editing and engaging! I look forward to your videos and future success!
Thanks Tyler! Very kind of you to take the time with some kind words! Cheers!
As a Charleston Expat (CofC Class of 91) I lived there for thirty years and miss it terribly. Love the channel simply for my long distance Low Country fix.
Excellent video and extremely high quality! I was surprised when you didn't have 100,000 subscribers. I'd love to see more!
Thanks Chris! I have a deep dive Charleston Overview coming soon - run time is an hour and 45 mins. Covers the whole area. You should be tired of me after that :)
Very nice job, Nat! Your voice tone was very pleasing, and you presented the kind of features that new arrivals/homeowners are looking for. We all love the classic historical homes, but most are way beyond most budgets. You highlighted the convenience, as I was not that familiar with either neigh or hood you featured, but have been in the area on drives around town (e.g., to Charles Town Landing). I so love Charleston, so just being in the area is a plus, and I can understand most people not wanting to leave. The featured home looked wonderful, and had some features of my home on Mercer Island, WA and about the same 2200sf, but not quite all the upgrades - and while close to Seattle, had no delightful Charleston climate and sunshine. Thanks for sharing and giving good I formation without being real "salesy". I realize this video was done 17 months ago, and the real estate market has really heated up, but what approximate price range is a house like this in?
Hi Jim, thanks for your nice feedback. You are correct, the market is certainly heated up. I just sold three in the neighborhood in the past two months. One was a fixer-upper that sold for 450, another was fixed up that sold for 550 and another was in need of some fixing but had a lot of charm and sold for 542. All of them roughly the same size as the subject property you mentioned. Hopefully the market simmers down a bit because it’s a challenge. Feel free to reach out to me from my website if you ever need me. It’s natwallen.com
I haven’t been to Charleston since Jan 2020.. this was my last trip since the Covid stuff popped off.
My fiancé and I love Charleston, and try to make trips as often as possible.
Nice! Are you on the East Coast?
@@NatWallen-Realtor-Charleston Nashville!
I just moved here from Salt Lake City back in October. I currently rent an apartment right on Sam Rittenberg just down the road for Harris Teeters. I absolutely love living here! I am so happy that I took that leap of faith for a new job and a new city!
Hey, welcome to Charleston! Thanks for chiming in and I am glad you like our fair city!
Hi, neighbor!
Well, not exactly. I lived on Carriage Road but I DID attend church nearby.
I was blessed to live temporarily in Charleston for six months and then had to return to Seattle just ahead of the virus and current madness. God willing I'll be back in 2021.
We need more bus service in West Ashley area.
Are there people who rent out their mother In law sweets? Is it cheaper than the apartments? How would I find one?
Nat, my wife and I are wanting to look into moving to Johns Island or Charleston and possibly build a new home. I retire this coming December and my wife retires next March.
Hi Thomas, congrats on the upcoming retirement! Would you like to reach out to me and have a phone call at some point? If so, here’s my e-mail:
natwallenexp@gmail.com
Hi Nat. I’m in the process of getting my home ready for sale in the SF Bay Area. Hope to be sold in early November. Looking for a great 4/2 home in Charleston or Mount Pleasant area, in the upper 400k range with private fenced yard in back. Thanks for these videos. They are very helpful.
How difficult is it to tear down and rebuild from a cost perspective? Are there communities with water access / docking for your boat?
Hi Matthew, it’s not too much of a challenge to tear down and rebuild but we haven’t seen that in this particular part of town yet. There are some communities in West Ashley that you can have a boat, but they’re primarily on the other side of the area. The Ashley Riverside for the most part has shallower water and farther expenses of March to actually get to them. I actually live on the river here and it’s a beautiful setting, but the marsh is too far to build a dock and even if I did, there would be little water to enjoy just because of the nature of the Ashley River on this particular side of it. There are other good options to consider if that’s the goal.Feel free to reach out to me via natwallen.com if you want to talk.
We are looking at moving to the area late summer early fall. What are the schools like in west Ashley. We have been looking in mount Pleasant because of the schools there
Thanks for watching and good question! West Ashley and Mt Pleasant are very different.. but both very good. I would suggest checking this website at: www.ccsdschools.com/ - it will help paint a picture with reviews, grades, certain schools, their locations etc. - Reach out anytime you need more help!
Hey Nat! Random question! My husband and I are moving to North Daniel Island to a complex called Sweetwater. Do you know much about the area? Would love input! THANK YOU!
Hey, I am not 100% familiar with the complex. Is it technically on Daniel Island, if so, I am sure you will enjoy it. Daniel Island is amazing! Do you have a street address? If so, I will look at it and give you my two cents
Nat Wallen thanks for replying Nat! The address is 12000 Sweet Pl Charleston, SC 29492 United States
how can I contact you? we want to buy a retire house in Charleston, SC
Hey Geoffrey - my number is +18437084488 or you can reach me at natwallen.com
Nat: I’m super worried about the mosquitoes, bugs and alligators due to being on the marsh, not to mention the potential for FLOORDING with the ever increasing sea level rise. What Charleston neighborhood would avoid theses threats? Thank you in advance, Dana
dana, look at Summerville -
SureLess potential for flooding in Summerville. As far as mosquitos, bugs and alligators? That’s everywhere around here. I’ve seen just as many bugs and alligators when I lived in Summerville as here on the coast, maybe even more. Either you accept and live with it or the lowcountry isn’t for you.
It looks very flat. Do you have hills in that part of the country?
No hills whatsoever.
Do you have hispanics living there. ?
Everybody’s welcome 🤗
Must love barking dogs to enjoy living in these neighborhoods
Andrew Church I live in Sandhurst and have never had an issue. What street are you on?
I really would like to move here after visiting a few months back but there's virtually zero diversity ..sheesh
Interesting comment
@@NatWallen-Realtor-Charleston don't get me wrong, it's gorgeous and my family had a wonderful time there...so much so that I want to leave california as soon as early 2021 to move there... but am I wrong? www.postandcourier.com/news/as-the-nation-becomes-more-diverse-south-carolina-remains-the-same/article_eeda0b84-b000-11ea-b245-cf661a302ef5.html
Love your series btw... definitely provides me with a lot more insight as far as what to expect if I decide to call Charleston home soon.
Forgot to say im from California and am used to all kinds of diverse people from diverse backgrounds... my baby has friends whose families are from Mexico to Asia to the Middle East, Europe, Africa, the Philippines & more... and they teach French Spanish Tagalog & more languages in his classroom... so perhaps SC came as a bit of a culture shock in a sense. But it is truly a lovely gem we’ll be visiting again.
I agree, when I travel I have a little culture shock, but in a good way! I did just help some Russians relocate here. Lovely people. So friendly
I would love to see more people from other places come. Tough to put a finger on it. Everyone’s welcome that’s for sure! Thanks for your nice words! I have more videos coming. Major project
Not the best.
Best place is SC is Greenville.
Charleston is over run.
To each their own. But I spent two nights in Greenville to assess whether I might prefer Greenville over Charleston as my retirement destination. It took me only one hour of driving around downtown Greenville to decide that I disliked Greenville. So, I spent the remainder of my time two days in my hotel room. Because one hour was enough for me to decide that I like Charleston better.