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One of the attractions in the Greenville/ Spartanburg area is the Carolina Panthers annual training camp, which is held at Wofford College. Each year thousands of fans travel for miles to see the Panthers prepare and condition for the upcoming season. Each camp session is usually 2-3 hours and gives sports fans an up-close view of professional athletes in action. There are also opportunities for autograph signings and photography.   

Wofford College is located near downtown Spartanburg SC, and just a short 30 minute drive from Downtown Greenville.   Below are some of my own photos from my latest visit July 30, 2008 and descriptions of each.     Steve Smith puts a move on Chris Gamble with a curl route, then makes the catch for a 10 yard gain after… Read Full Post

 

New Downtown Condos in the Greenville South Carolina Real Estate Market!   Poinsett Corners is a mixed use development in the middle of downtown Greenville South Carolina. Poinsett Corners is located at the corner of Broad Street and River Street. The location is just one block off of Main Street and across from the Peace Center for the Performing Arts. The location is also close to many other downtown attractions such as the River Falls Park on the Reedy, RiverPlace, The Bi-Lo Center, and some of the finest restaurants in Upstate South Carolina.     The development features 81 luxury residential condos, 10 office/commercial units and a parking garage with 300 spaces. Other features include courtyards, views of the mountains, views of the… Read Full Post

The Lofts at Mills Mill development is a new renovation project in Greenville South Carolina at the corner of Guess St. and Mills Ave. The project involves the conversion of an old cotton mill into new luxury lofts units. 

The Lofts units feature 16 foot ceilings, 9 foot windows, gated parking, an indoor workout room, a community pool, and a rooftop deck.     The Lofts are also in close proximity to Greenville’s downtown, the Greenville Drive Baseball Stadium, the Bi-Lo Center, the Peace Center, River Falls Park, as well as many other popular sites in the downtown area. The Lofts are also close to I-85 and I-385.   For the period from March 2007 to March 2008 The Lofts at Mills Mill units are selling from the 160s for one bedroom units to the lower… Read Full Post

Simpsonville is located in the southeastern part of Greenville County and is quickly becoming an active and robust part of the Greenville South Carolina Real Estate Market.. The convenience of easy access to interstate 385 which runs from the popular downtown Greenville to the lower part of the state makes it an incredibly appealing area.    Many new homes and subdivisions are located in the popular area of Simpsonville. Some of the most popular new subdivisions in Simpsonville are Weatherstone, Fairview Chase, Knights Bridge, Allegheny, and Verdmont. Today we will look at the very popular Verdmont.     Verdmont is located off Neely Ferry Road and is just minutes from downtown Simpsonville. The new community is also close to the popular shopping… Read Full Post

Neo-Traditional home design (also called Traditional neighborhood design), couples modern neighborhood planning and development with a little bit of history. Most American and European communities in the 18th and 19th centuries were close knit environments designed and built that way out of necessity. But because of the rise of the automobile and other modern means of transportation, urban sprawl began to take over.   Many new construction homebuilders and development planners are now trying to bring back the sense of close knit communities that was once so successful. By offering tree lined streets, sidewalks, picnic areas, playgrounds, and many other common area amenities, these new construction neighborhoods seem to be catching on quickly.   Read Full Post

 

If you’re unfamiliar with downtown Greenville South Carolina, you might be missing one of Greenville’s most incredible features. River Falls Park, the newly built park in the heart of downtown was designed to showcase the natural beauty of Reedy River Falls.         Designed by landscape architect Andrea Mains, the park features walking trails, public gardens, and a $4.5 million pedestrian bridge which spans over the main falls. The Liberty Bridge is the focal point of Falls Park, providing excellent views of the falls and gardens below.       River Falls Park is part of the $70 million renovation project in downtown Greenville. The project includes new mixed use developments for office space, retail, and residential units. The park is also… Read Full Post

  Greenville South Carolina is located in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Greenville is the largest city in South Carolina and is without question the epicenter for business and culture. But that’s not the only thing that makes this area so appealing.   One of the great things about Greenville is its location. Less than an hour’s drive from downtown, you can climb winding roads leading into the heart of the Great Smokey Mountains.   A very popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and tourists is the famous lookout, Caesar’s Head. Located on Hwy 276, this popular destination offers breathtaking views, hiking trails, and picnic grounds.      Read Full Post

  Griffin Park, the new traditional/historical community in Simpsonville South Carolina opened in October of 2007, and offers more than just a cozy place to live. The community plans are for more than 1000 homes with features including walking trails along the Reedy River, playgrounds, and parks.   The whole idea is to create an environment that has the feel of a small town, complete with a post office, dry cleaners, shops, and a grocery store/pharmacy all within walking distance of your home. Other amenities include a junior Olympic pool, an outdoor grill, and a pavilion.     Griffin Park is located near the intersection of Fork Shoals and West Georgia roads, a rapidly growing area in the Greenville SC real estate market. For more information… Read Full Post