August is a transitional month for sales on Hilton Head Island.  The traffic from the summer visitors starts tapering as school sessions begin.  The visitor we see in the fall traditionally are “baby boomers” looking to enjoy some time on the Island.  Some of these baby boomers are heading down the east coast and up the west coast researching possible retirement or 2^nd home locations. Read the rest of this entry

Have you ever considered owning and renting a vacation property on Hilton Head Island?   While these properties don’t always pay for themselves, there are many benefits of ownership that make these properties a great way to get your foot in the door on Hilton Head Island.  We have listed below a few shopping list requirements in choosing a vacation rental property to buy and several articles highlighting possible benefits of ownership. Read the rest of this entry

The internet has become an important tool for both buyers and sellers researching real estate in the Hilton Head area. If you go this route, it’s a good idea to check at least 2 or 3 of these sites to get an estimated range of value.  That’s because these sites often do not take into account the unique features of the property and can have incorrect data about the property or location.

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Living the Dream – A Hilton Head Bucket List

Listed below are 100 ideas for your next Hilton Head visit.  We have included some fun and local things for you to do whether you live here or are just visiting.  Have Fun!

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Market Snapshot for Hilton Head Island, SC

Last month on Hilton Head Island, 315 new properties went on the market with a median price of $400,000.

There are currently 1,589 properties available on Hilton Head Island with a median price of $439,999. These properties have been on the market for an average of 235 days.

Market Snapshot for Bluffton, SC

Last month in Bluffton, 280 new properties went on the market with a median price of $261,950.

There are currently 913 properties available in Bluffton with a median price of $310,000. These properties have been on the market for an average of 171 days.

Market Snapshot for Daufuskie Island, SC

Last month in Daufuskie Island, 25 new properties went on the market with a median price of $129,000.

There are currently 223 properties available in Daufuskie Island with a median price of $180,000. These properties have been on the market for an average of 387 days.

Markets within the Hilton Head Area

If you are shopping for a Hilton Head Area property and would like to know the market of a specific area or property, email us the area or villa complex.  There are markets within these markets mentioned above.

We have put together several area searches for Hilton Head Island Real Estate. These searches include home/villa searches by area, views or price.  If you would like a custom search designed just for you, let us know and we will set it up.  Happy Shopping!

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Available inventory overall has dropped since the first of the year and buyer activity has increased on Hilton Head Island.  This quick  video will help you better understand what’s happening in the real estate market on Hilton Head Island. Read the rest of this entry

Now through the end of October, vacation properties on Hilton Head will be difficult to show, unless it is on the turn day.  The turn occurs on Saturday and is the time between checkout and check in.  With the market heating up, we don’t want you to miss out in seeing all the properties you have interest in.  Here are other ways to see them all.

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When the azaleas are in full bloom, so is the Hilton Head Real Estate Market.  It is easy to understand why April is the biggest selling month of the year in the Hilton Head area. The near perfect weather, Easter, and The RBC Heritage make it easy to fall in love with Hilton Head Island.  If you are going to buy, here’s how you can get a jump ahead of other spring buyers.

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