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Bluffton Park

Bluffton Park

Neighborhood in Bluffton, South Carolina

Beaufort County 29910

$462,018 Average Value
$272 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

A desirable suburb steps from Old Town Bluffton

In Bluffton Park, rocking chairs adorn front porches, sidewalks line streets and ducks patrol the community's four small lakes. Its residents spend a lot of time outside, whether at the community pool, by the lakes or walking their dogs on the sidewalks. "Bluffton Park is a little anomaly," says local broker Maria Skrip of RE/MAX Dream. She's sold homes with her husband, Chris Skrip, for over a decade. "It's a hidden little gem. You've got Charleston-looking homes with cute vinyl siding. Plus, the neighbors are really cool." Folks tend to stick together in Bluffton Park. "They take care of one another in there," Skrip says. "When Hurricane Matthew came through, they had hurricane parties. They had a cookout when the power went out so all the food wouldn't go bad." Its proximity to the charm of Old Town Bluffton adds to its appeal. "So many people take their golf carts to Old Town Bluffton," Skrip says. "You're within easy walking or biking distance to all that's there."

Charleston-inspired homes sit behind sidewalk-lined streets

Sidewalks run in front of nearly every home in Bluffton Park, sprinkled with leaves from mature trees. Small cement paths connect porches from the sidewalk, so residents often wave to passing strollers from Adirondacks or rocking chairs. A few homes have Charleston-inspired double-decker porches with room for more outdoor furniture. Each contemporary colonial, cottage and Lowcountry style home was built in the early 21st century on a small lot just under a quarter-acre. A few white-picket fences enclose manicured front lawns, and taller privacy fences close off backyards. Residents tend to their yards in Bluffton Park, and many folks have mulch gardens, hanging plants and trimmed shrubbery. Back alleyways provide access to two-car garages and space to stow trash bins. Cottages cost between $330,000 and $400,000, while colonial and Lowcountry homes list from $400,000 to $500,000. The area's few townhomes typically cost between $330,000 and $400,000. "It's more affordable than many communities in the area," Skrip says. "In another life, I would choose to live here."

Some of the homes in Bluffton Park have large double-decker front porces.
Some of the homes in Bluffton Park have large double-decker front porces.
Townhomes are also available in the Bluffton Park neighborhood.
Townhomes are also available in the Bluffton Park neighborhood.
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Niche ranks Bluffton High School as the best in the county

Beaufort County School District earns an overall A-minus on Niche and serves nearly 22,000 students. Red Cedar Elementary School scores an A-minus on Niche, while Bluffton Middle School scores a B-plus. Bluffton High School features various student clubs, from the robotics club and student council to the media club and Bobcat Reading club. Niche ranks Bluffton High as the best public high school in Beaufort County, giving the school an A-minus.

Bluffton High School strives to give students a quality education.
Bluffton High School strives to give students a quality education.
Red Cedar Elementary School
Red Cedar Elementary School
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Trips to the pool or baseball games at Oscar Frazier Park

Bluffton Park has a large community pool at the corner of Fifth and Seventh Avenue. It overlooks one of the community's lakes and offers plenty of seating with umbrellas. Lake Isabelle has a small, paved path and a few benches. Every lake in the community has surrounding green space where owners bring their pets. Plus, plenty of dog bags and trash bins surround each lake. Oscar Frazier Park features three baseball fields and a soccer field for local leagues and recreational play. The park is the nearest public space for outdoor recreation, within walking distance of most homes. It has a playground for the kids and a small walking trail that wraps around a large green field.

Bluffton Park residents have access to the community pool.
Bluffton Park residents have access to the community pool.
The shaded dog park at Oscar Frazier Park is popular all year long.
The shaded dog park at Oscar Frazier Park is popular all year long.
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Dining in Old Town Bluffton

Old Town Bluffton is within a mile of Bluffton Park and features several restaurants and shops. Squat N' Gobble is the oldest family-owned restaurant in Bluffton, known for its down-home cooking. Breakfast favorites include country-fried steak and French toast, while club sandwiches and fried catfish are popular during lunch. Captain Woody's Seafood Bar has seafood platters, fish sandwiches and traditional burgers. Locals also enjoy the pizza at Local Pie, the brisket from Bluffton Barbeque and the tacos at Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant. The Bluffton Farmers Market helps bring life to Martin Family Park to life every Thursday from May through September. In addition to hosting local vendors, the market invites chefs to demonstrate recipe preparation and share culinary skills. Food Lion and Target are about 2 miles away.

Bluffton Park residents head next door to Wine Time to enjoy lunch outside.
Bluffton Park residents head next door to Wine Time to enjoy lunch outside.
For fresh seafood, you can head to Captain Woody's in Old Town Bluffton.
For fresh seafood, you can head to Captain Woody's in Old Town Bluffton.
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Navigating Bluffton

Locals use golf carts to shuttle across the community and into Old Town Bluffton. Or, they walk to get around. But locals often drive when traveling out of Bluffton. State Route 46 cuts through the heart of Bluffton, and access to Business 278 is about 2 miles up the road. The Savannah Hilton Head International Airport is about 30 miles away, and Hilton Head Hospital is about 11 miles away.

Bluffton Parks proximity to Old Town Bluffton adds to the neighborhood appeal.
Bluffton Parks proximity to Old Town Bluffton adds to the neighborhood appeal.
Bluffton Park residents enjoy the easy access to boating and fishing.
Bluffton Park residents enjoy the easy access to boating and fishing.
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Climate considerations

Bluffton Park is susceptible to hurricanes and tornadoes, according to Risk Factor. The community has an extreme Wind Factor, considering the projected likelihood of a storm over the next 30 years.

The garden at Wright Family Park in Bluffton is a haven for butterflies.
The garden at Wright Family Park in Bluffton is a haven for butterflies.
Bluffton Park locals are only 15 miles away from the popular Coligny Beach.
Bluffton Park locals are only 15 miles away from the popular Coligny Beach.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hilton Head

23 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bluffton Park US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$475,000
Median Single Family Price
$485,000
Median Townhouse Price
$350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
41
Months of Supply
0.60
Median List Price
$501,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
416
Median Year Built
2006
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,968
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,515
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,527
Median Age
36
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.4%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$86,363
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,705

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
37.7%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.7%
% Population in Labor Force
78.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

39 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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