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Berea, a Greenville suburb with waterfront property
Berea draws homebuyers for its casual suburban charm and access to both local and franchise dining. Residents also enjoy access to entertainment and employment options in Greenville, which has a population of roughly 70,000 people. "A lot of people in Berea have lived there for a long time and have drawn many of their family and friends to the area," says Regina Simmons, a broker with Solomon & Associates Real Estate. "They're very welcoming to new members of the community." The 331-acre Saluda Lake runs along Berea's western border, and residents use the lake for fishing and boating.
Berea's Saluda lake area has many spacious waterfront homes.
Cape Cod style Brick homes have been Berea staples for many years.
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Berea's single-family houses
Many of Berea's three-to four-bedroom homes were built between the 1950s and early 2000s and are often renovated by homebuyers. Newly built Craftsman-style homes with open layouts and two-car garages congregate in subdivisions. Homebuyers will typically see ranch or New Traditional-style houses. Most homes sell for between $160,000 and $360,000, and the median price is around $250,000. Waterfront cottages sell for between $150,000 and $500,000. Visitors will notice spacious yards with oak-shaded gardens. Some homes offer waterfront access, with the Saluda Lake running along the western border. "Since it's so close to the Greenville area, the inventory stays low because living near the city is so desirable," Simmons says.
Ranch-style house in Berea.
New Craftsman-style house in Berea,
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Public schools within walking distance
Children can walk to Berea Elementary School, which has a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-plus Niche rating. Students at the C-plus-rated Lakeview Middle School are 8% proficient in math and 16% proficient in reading. Teens often move on to Berea High School, which has a 73% average graduation rate and a B-minus Niche rating. The high school offers five Advanced Placement classes and an award-winning theater program. Furman University is 3 miles north. The private liberal arts school has around 2,440 undergraduates and 160 postgraduates.
Berea Elementary School is the first stop for many young Berea residnets.
Berea High School serves students in grades 9-12.
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Greenspaces ideal for athletics
Swim teams practice and hold meets at the Greenville County Aquatic Complex on Blue Ridge Drive. Locals enjoy walking and cycling on the 22-mile-long Swamp Rabbit Trail. "The Swamp Rabbit Trail has added to the desire to live in the area," says Simmons. "It's done wonders by connecting a lot of the smaller areas to Greenville's downtown." To get some fresh air and exercise, folks hop on bikes and ride along the trail that runs 5 miles south to Greenville and nearly 7 miles north to Travelers Rest. While homeowners can enjoy views of the mountains from a distance in Berea, it's easy to reach Paris Mountain State Park by traveling 7 miles east. Visitors pay for admission to the 1,540-acre park, which offers hiking, biking, swimming and fishing opportunities. Four lakes are nestled within the park for those looking to fish, kayak or go for a ride on a pedal boat. People travel 10 miles northwest to hit the fairways at Rolling Green Golf Course.
Biking is a popular activity in Berea.
Baseball is a popular sport among Greenville residents in Berea.
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Big-box retail and local restaurants
Amenities can be found along White Horse Road, which runs through the center of Berea. Folks can stop at the Walmart or Aldi on either side of the thoroughfare to pick up grocery essentials. For authentic Southern comfort food, folks head to The Big Clock of Berea. The homey diner with vintage décor is known for serving all things smothered. Residents buy fresh pastries at La Unica Bakery. Other popular dining options include Hibachi Express, Tokyo Grill and McDonald's. Residents also enjoy eating pasta and slices at Capri's Pizzeria on Cedar Lane Road.
La Unica is a one stop shop for international items and has a full bakery.
Capri's Pizzeria in Berea is a cozy place for good Italian food.
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Stand-up comedy and other entertainment
There are multiple entertainment options in Greenville's downtown. The Peace Center features a concert hall, a theater and an amphitheater. The venue hosts speakers like Neil deGrasse Tyson and musicians like Joanne Shaw Taylor. Locals watch performances by comics like Gary Owen and T.J. Miller at The Comedy Zone. Some sports fans travel to Charlotte to root for professional teams like the Hornets or the Panthers. Five miles east, Cherrydale Cinemas shows new film releases. Many residents also spend leisure time at Skateland USA on White Horse Road.
Skateland USA in Berea is a popular place for all ages.
The Peace Center Downtown is within a 10 minute drive of Berea.
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Getting around Berea and Greenville
There are bus stops throughout the neighborhood, including on Cedar Lane Road, White House Road and Sulphur Springs Road. People travel 17 miles east to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport via interstates 385 and 85. There is an Amtrak station about 4 miles southeast of the community on West Washington Street. Charlotte is 108 miles northeast of Greenville via Interstate 85, and Atlanta is 147 miles southwest via Interstate 85.
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