As if proximity to Travel and Leisure’s #1 US City wasn’t enough, Summerville stands out on her own as a charming, southern town. With an ambling Main Street, stately historic homes and an eclectic mix of tradition and innovation, Summerville no longer hides in Charleston’s shadow.

The town originally served as the destination where Charlestonians would escape the scorching heat of summer months in the city. Now, Summerville houses the headquarters of several recognizable commercial brands, including Fruit of the Loom, Bosch and MeadWestVaco. Likewise, the arrival of both Mercedes-Benz and Volvo in neighboring Ladson is helping put Summerville on the map, drawing people in with access to great schools, and homes - both old and new - with ample square footage for your dollar.

Summerville also claims to have invented a southern beverage standard: sweet tea. Nowadays, you can add breweries and even a coffee roaster to the bounty of current beverage providers. The annual Flowertown Festival, entering it’s 46th year, draws visitors by the thousands each Spring to admire the town’s dazzling array of azaleas, and celebrate the work of several hundred artists from around the nation. There are a million reasons to include Summerville in your hunt for the perfect home, whether you’re looking for a good investment home, a community to establish roots, or an affordable residence close to all that Charleston has to offer