Nexton

Whether you’re searching for real estate in Charleston, or looking for the best places to retire on the South Carolina coast, living in the beautiful community of Nexton in Summerville, SC gives you easy access to both, and a whole lot more.

Nexton is a charming community on the South Carolina coast filled with beautiful homes, kind and hospitable people, and countless ways to stay outside and active. Nexton real estate is priced at affordable rates, relative to the surrounding area, and features a beautiful natural setting. It’s no surprise that Nexton has become one of the most thriving and vibrant places to live near Charleston. If you are looking for the Charleston lifestyle in a friendly, close-knit community, Nexton should be on your list of top places to live.

NEXTON AMENITIES

• Parks and Trails
  • Brown Family Park- family park featuring live performances
  • Great Lawn- large open grassy park
  • Neighborhood Parks- various parks scattered throughout
• Brighton Park Swim Club – 25-meter competition pool
• Brighton Park Dog Park
• Environmentally Sustainable Houses
  • Energy efficient heating and cooling
  • Native plants and vegetation
  • LED street lighting to reduce light pollution
  • GigaFi technology to help residents track their energy usage
• Technologically Advanced Fiber Network
  • GigaFi network provides up to 10 gig speeds
  • First community with a dedicated fiber network in the state

Nexton is located conveniently near I-26, and provides its residents easy access to world-class destinations like Charleston and Kiawah Island. For most, trips to these locations require hotel bookings and expensive travel. However, for residents of Nexton, it’s simply an afternoon drive.

One of the most notable aspects of life in Nexton is the natural space that abounds. In fact, about half of the area is devoted to outdoor parks and opportunities to experience the natural beauty of the Lowcountry. Those community spaces also provide a chance to meet your neighbors, be it during a casual stroll or during one of the many community events. From yoga in one of the many parks, to potluck dinners, concerts, and neighborhood festivals, you’ll find plenty of events at Nexton to fill your calendar.

In terms of technology, Nexton was truly ahead of its time. When it was developed, the community was the first in South Carolina with a dedicated fiber network, giving residents access to internet 40 times faster than typical cable connections. And the benefits of fiber broadband stretch far beyond quick download speeds. This kind of connectivity also allows for smart home features, advanced health technology, and remote working opportunities. 

On the topic of medical care, Nexton is situated around a variety of different medical centers, each suited to different needs and requirements. Near Nexton, you can find two offices of Palmetto Primary Care Physicians, who provide primary, specialty, and urgent care. Summerville Medical Center, also in close proximity to the community, is renowned for its cardiac services, pediatrics, and women’s services. And in nearby Charleston is the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), which provides care for any health issue you or your family may have. MUSC is also in the process of creating the MUSC Community Hospital in Nexton, making it even more convenient for residents to access its team of doctors and specialists.

Schools in the area operate at a high standard, meaning that no matter your age or education, you have access to great opportunities to learn. The KinderCare program makes sure that younger children are not just prepared to enter school, but ahead of the standard. For elementary aged children, the community is near Nexton and Cane Bay Elementary, after which children will go to Cane Bay or Sangaree Middle School. Cane Bay High School, the latest edition to the Berkeley County School District, provides exceptional preparation for college and beyond.

Real estate in the community includes townhomes and single-family homes, ranging from the $200s to the $400s, with square footage between 1,000 and 3,700 square feet. There are also a variety of neighborhoods within Nexton, including a 55+ community by Del Webb.

Above all else, Nexton feels like its own self-contained town, creating a culture that is simultaneously close-knit and self-sufficient. 

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