$528,651Average Value$261Average Price per Sq Ft34Homes For Sale
Lowcountry living just outside Downtown Charleston
Cordesville occupies roughly 50 square Lowcountry miles between Bulls Bay in the Atlantic Ocean and 60,000-acre Lake Moultrie. This rural neighborhood sits on Charleston’s saltwater marshlands, and residents live a quiet, slow-paced life. When hunting season ends in March, locals fish the small lakes and ponds scattered throughout the neighborhood for bass and catfish. The Cooper River and its many tributaries flow throughout the swampy landscape. But deep country farmland has long been slowly morphing into exurbs as new subdivisions are built for the influx of new Charleston residents drawn by the city’s strong economy, coastal charms and affordable lifestyle. Longtime Charleston resident and local acupuncturist Chad Houfek explains, “The culture is very southern, with a lot of hunting and fishing, but over the last 30 years, new people are moving here and bringing more diversity.”
Discover lowcountry living with elegant home styles and coastal charm in Cordesville.
Huger Park is a perfect spot for fishing in Cordesville, South Carolina.
Farms with beautiful horses are frequently seen in Cordesville.
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Empty wooded lots, spacious farmhouses and new construction
Two-lane highways like South Carolina Highway 41 snake through forests of tall eastern white pines in Cordesville, making homes feel secluded. Farmhouses, ranch-style houses and elevated coastal-style mansions sit on wooded lots ranging from one to 30 acres. Prices start around $300,000 and reach $500,000 for postwar ranch-style homes and humble farmhouses on one to five acres. New subdivisions with modern farmhouses and new traditional homes are being constructed in the south of Cordesville, closer to Mount Pleasant and the Charleston peninsula. These range from $500,000 to $900,000. Forested or clear-cut land is selling for between $50,000 and $100,000 an acre. At the top of the market, palatial coastal-style mansions on 10 or more acres and tear-down ranch-style homes on 25 or more acres are listing for $1.2 million and up.
Deep into Cordesville are private ranches with draping treescapes.
New neighborhoods are being constructed in Cordesville, SC.
A Cordesville private ranch welcomes its residents with a wrought iron gate.
Parts of Cordesville roads are lined with draping oaks.
Cordesville has modern farmhouse style homes with shaded porches.
Cordesville has beautiful craftsman style homes with landscaped yards.
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Hunting, fishing and Coonfest
Two vast natural areas overlap Cordesville and adjacent areas. Francis Marion National Forest extends across 260,000 acres of South Carolina’s muggy Lowcountry. Cordesville residents can fish for bass and catfish, traverse the 19-mile Jericho Horse Trail or launch a boat into the Intracoastal Waterway. Boggy Head Rifle Range is a popular place to prepare for hunting season. Bonneau Ferry Wildlife Management Area is 100 acres large with four lakes. Throughout Cordesville, plantations and other historical sites have been repurposed into parks. One of these reimagined sites, the Childsbury Towne Heritage Preserve, is home to a popular fishing pier on the Cooper River. At 60,000 acres, Lake Moultrie is the third-largest lake in South Carolina. The lake is just 8 miles west of the center of Cordesville and, in addition to fishing and boating, has beaches and a 27-mile scenic trail around the northern and eastern shores. Every summer, boaters head to Coon Island in the middle of the lake for Coonfest, a wild and watery weekend of music and play.
Cordesville residents can take in the train trussel view at Huger Park.
Small fishing boats can meander up creeks in Cordesville.
Cordesville youth practice baseball at Shipyard Park.
Cordesville locals enjoy fishing the local creeks and many great spots in the area.
Bonneau Ferry Wildlife Management Area has stunning trees in Cordesville, South Carolina.
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Big box stores and Lowcountry fries
Those living in the western half of Cordesville have more options for shopping and dining than those in other sections of the neighborhood. Moncks Corner, which borders Cordesville on the west, is the county seat of Berkeley County and the largest town between Lake Moultrie and Bulls Bay. Moncks Corner has big box stores like Walmart and Big Lots and supermarkets like Piggly Wiggly and Food Lion. Chick-fil-A and Applebee’s are some of the more recognizable restaurants, but there are also unique local spots like Gilligan’s Seafood Restaurant and Bar, which serves freshly caught fish along the Cooper River. There are a couple of little breakfast joints and markets along SC-41 on the eastern side of Cordesville, but not much else.
The local Lowe's market has a large wine selection near Cordesville.
Garden fresh vegetables are available at Lowe's market near Cordesville.
Cordesville residents shop for all of their needs at the local Walmart.
Piggly Wiggly in Moncks Corner is a great grocery store to shop near Cordesville.
Gilligan's Seafood Restaurant is a popular restaurant Cordesville families go for delicious food
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Long bus rides to Berkley County Schools
The sparse population in Cordesville’s 50-mile radius allows one school district to cover the area, although the trip to school is likely shorter than the trip for groceries. Bonner Elementary School and Macedonia Middle School are in the northwest section of the neighborhood. Bonner received a B-minus from Niche, and Macedonia received a B. Macedonia Middle recently added a Z-space lab with top-of-line virtual reality technology. North of there is Timberland High School, which received a C-plus on Niche. Cainhoy Elementary School in the southeast of Cordesville received a C.
Timberland High School is a public option for towns near Lake Moultrie in South Carolina.
The entrance to the Macedonia Middle School is grand and elegant.
The front entrance to the Cainhoy Elementary School faces the sun at the end of the day.
Henry E. Bonner Elementary School is a public school in Monks Corner
Macedonia Middle School in Moncks Corner teaches 6th-8th grade students.
Timberland High School is a public high school 9th-12th grade in St. Stephen, South Carolina.
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Few floods and little crime
Being inland, Cordesville isn’t at risk for heavy flooding like neighborhoods on the Charleston Peninsula. Humid summers and mild winters are the same here as in the rest of the state. According to the CAP Index, the area has a very low crime score of 2.
Parts of Cordesville roads are lined with draping oaks.
Cordesville residents enjoy long peaceful walks with their dog in the neighborhood.
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A bit of a trek
As in most rural communities, Cordesville residents have longer commutes than those living closer to the city center. Frequent travelers may want to consider closer neighborhoods, as Cordesville is about 40 miles from Charleston International Airport.
Find lovely farmhouse style homes in new subdivisions in Cordesville.
Huger Park has scenic nature views in the Francis Marion National Forest in Huger, SC.
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Exurbs have their benefits
However, as Carolina One Real Estate Realtor Jeannene Ondrasek points out, “The closer you are to Downtown, the more expensive things are, and the more flooding there is.” As new residents come, Charleston is sprawling outwards. Those looking for a true Lowcountry lifestyle should check out Cordesville.
Explore unique styles of homes with striking architectural detail in Cordesville.
Cordesville locals enjoy boating the local area canals and lakes for fun in the sun.
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Parks in this Area
Old Santee Canal Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Marington Park
Trails
Moncks Corner Unity Park
Picnic Area
Lacey Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Playground
Bushy Park Boat Landing
Shipyard Park
Huger Park
Bonneau Ferry Wildlife Management Area
Transit
Airport
Charleston AFB/International
64 min drive
Bus
HWY 45 & Clubhouse Cir
Bus
Cainhoy Rd & Moultrie Ln.
Bus
HWY 402 & Hard Pinch Road
Bus
HWY 41 & High Point Circle
Bus
HWY 17A & HWY 41
Bus
Cainhoy Elementary School, Cainhoy
Bus
Charity Church Rd & Cainhoy Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cordesville
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cordesville, Charleston sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cordesville, Charleston over the last 12 months is $580,190, up 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This one story 4 bedroom, 3 full bath and 3 car garage on the lake in French Quarter Creek is a must see. The spacious master bedroom is at the back of the home with views of the lake. The ensuite bath offers a walk in shower, walk in closet and dual vanity sink. One secondary bedroom could be the mother in law suite with its owns ensuite bathroom. The other two bedrooms share a full bath. Gather
Nestled in the tranquil, wooded community of Forest Edge, this stunning two-story residence blends luxurious upgrades with a thoughtful, family-friendly design. At the heart of the home is the extensively upgraded chef's kitchen, featuring a spacious center island, butler's pantry, walk-in pantry, and a cozy breakfast dining area. Perfect for both casual family meals and elegant entertaining,
Live in this recently-constructed property located in the Blackstone Preserve community. This property is professionally managed by AMH, a leading single-family rental company. We work to simplify your rental experience by offering self-guided tours and a streamlined leasing process you can complete all online, all on your own schedule. Once moved in, we provide maintenance support that you can
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,293
Median Age
45
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,814
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,715
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
16%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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