Riverland Terrace
An eclectic mix of classic architecture
With roughly half of Riverland Terrace surrounded by water, the appeal of the neighborhood is its blend of architecture with the waterfront location. There’s a mix of housing styles here dating to the 1930s and 1940s, including cottages, colonials, bungalows and even some modern farmhouses. “It’s an older, quirky, fun neighborhood,” Scherl says. “There’s Craftsman cottages, old builds and newer builds, but all with the same aesthetics. It has a strong price point, it’s one of the more expensive areas and there’s no HOA, so it has a fun funkiness with sculptures and boats.” Prices typically start between $550,000 and $700,000 and can run all the way up to over $1 million, especially for those on the water. Exterior features, from circular driveways to ivy-covered walls to dormer windows, add personal touches to the properties here.Nearby schools held in high regard
No schools are located within the boundaries of Riverland Terrace, but Harbor View Elementary View is close by and rated an A-minus by Niche. Niche also ranks Harbor View in its top 100 elementary schools in South Carolina, while it gives its successor in Camp Road Middle School an A-minus as well for sixth through eighth grades. James Island Charter High School serves grades nine through 12 and receives a B-plus from Niche, offering varsity and junior varsity levels in sports like football, tennis and soccer.Parks, golf and water views
An assortment of outdoor recreation awaits Riverland Terrace residents. Medway and Plymouth Parks are located within its boundaries, with Plymouth lying on Wappoo Creek on the northern end. Children can clamber onto the playground evocative of ships from days gone by, and all ages can sit back on the benches along the water and watch the sunset or the travels of boats sailing past. Plymouth also features a boat ramp into the Wappoo. Less than five minutes south, Medway Park is near the community’s entrance and offers fields for baseball and kickball, courts for shooting hoops and a community garden. Across Maybank Highway sits the City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course, or “Muni” to locals.A variety of food styles around Riverland Terrace
Within the Pour House, Kwei Fei serves Sichuan food, while coffee can be found at Huriyali Riverland American fare is available at Maybank Public House. “There’s a really popular restaurant that just opened up called The James,” Scherl says. “It’s more of a high-end steaks, crab cakes and shrimp place, it’s a bit pricey but the food is really good.” Watch the game at Charleston Sports Pub, grab general needs at Whole Foods or take a furry friend to Crewlala Dog Salon. At the James Island Shopping Center, find a Harris Teeter, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Muddy Waters Coffee Bar.Tending to movie watchlists and green thumbs
Residents can check out indie films and blockbusters alike at the Terrace Theater, which is also where the yearly Charleston Film Festival is held. “It’s an older movie theater and they only have three or four screens, so it feels like you’re going back in time a little bit,” Scherl says. “It’s got that old feeling to it, but it’s a cool place and serves wine and beer.” Medway Park also has a community garden, while the Charleston Flower Market is one of the most popular florists in the area. “There’s the golf course, boat ramp, dog park and all the bars, restaurants, movies, nightlife, bands and music,” Scherl says. “I don’t know what else someone could need.”Getting around via multiple transportation methods
The amenity-filled Charleston Peninsula area is only about 10 minutes away, and Charleston Harbor is just a boat ride away. “It’s 10 minutes to downtown and 15 minutes to the beach,” Scherl says. “People can go fishing, cruising and pleasure boating. It’s close to all the tourist attractions, everything and anything within a very close proximity.” Maybank Highway runs to the south and extends across the Stono River to the west, and via the James Island Expressway residents can reach Charleston.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Trish Bender
Trish Bender
Carolina One Real Estate
(854) 202-9628
41 Total Sales
3 in Riverland Terrace
$660K - $885K Price Range
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Sarah Kozlik
Sarah Kozlik
The Boulevard Company
(854) 205-4143
66 Total Sales
1 in Riverland Terrace
$540,000 Price
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Charlsi Kelley
Charlsi Kelley
The Boulevard Company
(843) 779-8592
59 Total Sales
1 in Riverland Terrace
$540,000 Price
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Lauren Dion
Lauren Dion
Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC
(864) 477-2356
141 Total Sales
1 in Riverland Terrace
$595,000 Price
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Currie Mccullough
Currie Mccullough
Uniquely Charleston
(854) 205-2700
34 Total Sales
1 in Riverland Terrace
$1,200,000 Price
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Lauren Zurilla
Lauren Zurilla
The Boulevard Company
(854) 202-9534
117 Total Sales
1 in Riverland Terrace
$935,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 7th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Medway Park and Community Garden
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Community Center
Ellis Oak Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Ackerman Park
- Dog Park
- Skateboard
- Soccer
Randolph Park
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Playground
Magnolia Park and Community Garden
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Botanical Gardens
West Ashley Greenway Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Plymouth Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Riverland Terrace | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Riverland Terrace Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Riverland Terrace, Charleston sell after 129 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Riverland Terrace, Charleston over the last 12 months is $495,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$496,450
Median Sale Price
$495,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$560,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
80
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
707
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,695
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,649
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
674
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,000 - $2,999 per month
- House for Rent
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1,000+ Sq Ft
- 2049 Medway Rd
- Charleston, SC
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$2,000 - $2,999 per month
- House for Rent
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1,000+ Sq Ft
- 2049 Medway Rd
- Charleston, SC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,631
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,711
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,084
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
60.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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