There are many reasons to relocate to South Carolina, one of those being the amount of undeveloped land where you can build a fully custom home. Whether you’re moving from another state on the East Coast or the other side of the country, we’re poised to plan your perfect home.

It’s common to move from nearby states like North Carolina (specifically Charlotte), as well as states much further away, like Texas NY, CO, CA. When relocating, it’s important to have architectural designers you can trust to plan your home, consider site limitations, and give realistic timeline and budget estimates. Moving to South Carolina has tons of benefits, like the lower cost of living and the relaxed lifestyle. Whether you want to build near a major city like Columbia or closer to the coast (like Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, etc.), we can plan a home that’s practical without compromising beauty.

Schedule a consultation with our South Carolina custom home designers by calling 803-404-7168 or visiting Phase One’s website today.

From Which States Do Home Buyers Move to South Carolina?

People are moving to South Carolina from all over the country. Whether you’re coming from near or far, South Carolina can be the home you and your family have been searching for.

Many people relocate from North Carolina to South Carolina. Others are moving from further away, like Texas and Florida. People also move to South Carolina from all over the East Coast, like from New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania and New England

Situated in the middle of the East Coast, South Carolina gives homebuyers a change of pace, while still being close to their old towns, where friends and family may live.

Of course, South Carolina has plenty of residents who’ve moved from the Midwest or other states, such as California, Nevada, and Arizona.

If you’re planning to move to South Carolina from a different state, rely on our designers for straightforward communication throughout the entire process, even if you are miles away.

We take consultations seriously and give realistic viability assessments based on HOA contingencies, land development requirements, construction codes, and more.

Why Are People Moving to South Carolina to Build Homes?

There are many reasons to move to South Carolina from anywhere in the country. Whether you’re looking for a slower pace of living or following a life-changing job opportunity, we can help make South Carolina your new home.

Cost of Living

South Carolina is relatively affordable. Its lower cost of living compared to other states on the East Coast, like Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts, makes it a very attractive place to live and build for anyone, regardless of income.

What’s more, South Carolina has some of the lowest income and property tax rates in the entire country, making it a great place to build a large, custom home. Your money may go much further when designing a custom home with all the features you want in South Carolina, versus another state where land and materials are more expensive.

Comfortable Climate

South Carolina has warm, sunny summers and mild, comfortable winters. The weather differs slightly, whether you build on the coast or far inland, and if you build in the northern or southern regions of the state.

We can factor the climate of the lot you plan to build on when designing your custom home. Picking the right building materials makes all the difference, so rely on us for help making those all-important decisions.

Job Opportunities

Charleston, Columbia, North Charleston, Greenville, Fort Mill, Rock Hill and other cities in South Carolina present good job opportunities for many industries. Whether you want to build closer to work or further into the suburbs, we can plan the house of your dreams.

Relaxed Lifestyle

Many people move to South Carolina from larger suburbs or major cities, searching for a more laid-back lifestyle. Whether you want to retire and experience a slower pace of life or build a family home with tons of space for your children to grow up in, let our designers help bring your vision to life.

Tell us exactly what you’re looking for, and we can tell you how feasible it is based on your building location, the budget, and local zoning rules.

Undeveloped Land

Another perk of moving to South Carolina is the amount of undeveloped land that remains. That gives you a lot of leeway when building a custom home, especially with the house’s size and the outdoor amenities.

Undeveloped land requires careful home planning, however, and we can factor in site-specific roadblocks into the budget. For example, if the land is largely undeveloped, you need to add utility lines and road access and make other land improvements to ensure safe construction. Being realistic about land improvements is something we take seriously, encouraging clients to spend the full one to two hours onsite with a construction expert to discuss their wants and needs, as well as feasibility.

Where Should You Build Your Home in South Carolina?

South Carolina differs substantially from town to town. Tell us the vision you have for your custom home, and we may suggest the areas that best match it. Especially if you’re moving to South Carolina from another state, you need a team you can trust that is also familiar with the state’s different cities and towns.

For example, you may want to live closer to a city for a new job opportunity but still be able to build a big enough house for your growing family. Or, if you’re retiring to South Carolina or are simply an ocean-lover, you may want to build closer to the coast. We can explain all the intricacies of building in certain areas of South Carolina, helping you decide where to relocate your family.

Plan Your New Custom Home with Our Designers in South Carolina

Schedule a consultation with our South Carolina custom home designers when you call Phase One today at 803-404-7168.