Film Festival 2009The Beaufort Regional Film Commission proudly presents the third annualBeaufort International Film Festival March 6 - 8, 2009     To celebrate Beaufort's long history as a premiere site of megafilms, the Beaufort Film Festival features up-and-coming talent in the film industry. The star of the weekend is films.   Showings are all day Friday and Saturday.   This year's finalists include a plethora of subject matter. To view the complete list with brief synopsis of the work click here or you can watch the trailers now!   Schedule of Events & Pricing Information BUY TICKETS NOW! Movie Screenings With more than 100 entries from more than 24 countries worldwide ranging from Cambodia to Russia , 21 film finalists have been chosen for competition in the 2009 Beaufort Interna... 02/17/2009

My buyers just put an offer on a BRAND NEW home on Ladys Island. It is located in Telfair, one of Beaufort's most desired communities. Telfair is only minutes from the most highly decorated schools in the district. Coosaw Elementary, Ladys Island Middle, and Beaufort High School. Telfair has several ponds, gorgeous mature landscaping complete with Live Oaks, and a family atmosphere that makes its residents proud to call it home.   This particular home is a perfect fit for my buyer. It has beautiful hardwood floors, a wonderful kitchen, with a spacious backyard. ALL FOR 189,000!!!. Buyers, there are some tremendous opportunities all over Beaufort, SC. With over 1200 listings, your choices have never been better. Call or email me today. Get the latest information on the neighborhood or to... 02/17/2009

It is a great day to show first time home buyers the many wonderful reasons to live on Ladys Island. We will begin our day at Berry Island Cafe. We will enjoy our coffee and decide which homes to see first. I will make certain to take them to at least one of the several public boat landings. It is extremely important for new comers to understand the value of a nearby boat landing, even if they don't currently have a boat! We will also make special note of the Ladys Island Country Club which offers more than just golf or tennis. It is a terrific place to meet people! Two of the neighborhoods on today's list are Telfair and Magnolia Court. Both are great communities with much to offer home buyers in the 180-200K range. My clients are fortunate to have at least five brand new homes that me... 02/14/2009

Beaufort is thrilled about our newest festival! With live music by Drivin and Cryin and Michelle Murry, and plenty of BEER, we look forward to meeting our freinds down at the river! The event starts on Feb. 26 and goes through March 1. There will be plenty of food, live music, beer, and of course all of your friends will be there. This year a generous portion of all sponsorship sales, ticket sales, merchandise sales, and booth rentals will be donated to Senior Services of Beaufort County and the Brian Lanese Relief Fund.  So mark your calender! Bring your sunscreen, and join us down at the Beaufort Waterfront Park!Festiv-ALE Golf Tournament"Brewin' on the Links" Fe'brew'ary 26, 2009 - 11am The Sanctuary at Cat Island$100 - Free to VIP Pass HoldersClick to Download Registration Form for ... 02/11/2009

    2008 SALES LADYS ISLAND SC SHOWS DECLINE FROM 2007 Looking at stats on Beaufort County MLS for 2008 sales on Ladys Island including both homes and condos it shows 169 homes sold with a median days on the market of 168 and the median sales price of $231,500. These homes showed list price range of $114,900 to $1,499,000. Similar stats for 2007 showed 234 sold properties with median days on market of 140 and median sales price of $250,400. These properties listed for a range of $65,000 to $1,800,000. It is interesting to note here that sales appear to be picking up for 2009 indicating that perhaps the bottom has been reached. Investors and home buyers will find a selection of homes available that are clean, fresh and ready for their new owners. Beaufort is home to the Marine Corps Air ... 01/21/2009

Hey Everyone.  I just wanted to let you all know there is an open house @ 30 Spanish Moss Dr. on Tuesday, Jan 13th from 11:00-1:30  Whether you are a realtor or a potential homebuyer, please take a look.  I hear it's a nice home at a good price.  If 30 Spanish Moss is not in your price range or exacly what you are looking for, please take a look at my Lowcountry Properties website.  While I could be biases, I think it is as good or better than most company websites in the Beaufort SC real estate market. 01/12/2009

Royal Pines which boasts 2 golf courses, clubhouse, community pool & tennis courts first started building at the beginning of the 70’s however, didn’t really grow until the late 80’s & 90’s. Sales for Royal Pines Beaufort SC have slowed as we approach the end of the year. 3rd quarter showed 7 closed sales in the Beaufort MLS with an average sold price of $263,785. So far in the 4th quarter of 2008 we find 3 closed sales in Beaufort MLS with an average sales price of $261,333. Hopefully after the election and the holidays, we will see sales begin to pick up and then our 38 current homes on the market will be absorbed. At the rate of sales 3rd quarter, it will take 16.5 months for the current inventory to be sold. Telfair is a relatively new neighborhood on Lady’s Island in Beaufort SC w... 12/18/2008

Market Update for Royal Pines on Lady's Island near Beaufort SC! (edit/delete)   LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $399,000 $190,000 $280,376 $279,500 $9,532,795 34 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 778 3 208 152   Currently, there are 34 active listings in Royal Pines neighborhood on Ladys Island near Beaufort South Carolina.  The low price is $190,000 and the high is $399,000.  This makes the median price $279,500 with 152 days on the market.    LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $375,000 $199,000 $270,595 $267,450 $6,494,300 24 $327,000 $202,000 $257,000 $258,500 $6,168,000 531 60 209 165   Currently, 24 homes have sold in Royal Pines since 01/01/08.  The median sales price is $258,500 with 165 days on the market. ... 12/11/2008

  LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $309,000 $269,900 $289,450 $289,450 $578,900 2 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 153 60 107 107 Currently, there are 2 active listings on Westminster Place located in Royal Pines neighborhood on Lady's Island near Beaufort South Carolina.    LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $250,000 $205,000 $234,760 $239,900 $1,173,800 5 $240,000 $211,660 $227,332 $230,000 $1,136,660 208 40 143 160   For the year of 2008 through 12/1/08, there have been 5 single family homes sold on Westminster Place.  The median sold price is $230,000 with 160 days on the market. Westminster Place is a separate neighborhood connected to Royal Pines/Lady's Island Country Club.  Westminster Place is attractive be... 12/01/2008

Beaufort, South Carolina is home to many special creatures. Our little town is blessed with a climate that attracts mother nature's most beautiful friends. When sharing Beaufort with visitors it is always amazing to see and hear the reaction upon their first encounter with the dolphins. I remember my first encounter and to this day, will stop whatever I am doing to watch them play. There is a gentleness, a calmness, an angelic comfort that is felt almost instantly when they surround the boat.     Click here to watch them play, jump, and say hello to Beaufort Visitors. It isn't by chance, or coincidence that so many legends come from these underwater guardians. Each time I am out and they choose to say hello, I am reminded how wonderfully lucky I am to live in a paradise that is always u... 12/01/2008

  LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $415,000 $190,000 $286,825 $286,500 $10,325,700 36 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 758 9 200 136   Currently, there are 36 active listings in Royal Pines/Lady's Island Country Club neighborhood.  The lowest priced home is at $190,000 and the highest at $415,000.  This makes the median home price in Royal Pines $286,500 with median days on the market of 136 days. I have purchased two homes in Royal Pines/Lady's Island Country Clubin 2008.  It is a wonderful neighborhood with golf, club house, pool, and tennis courts.  There is a $60.00 Home Owners Association Fee per year that helps with the maintenance of the front entrance, the green-way on Royal Pines Blvd., etc.  I am the proud owner of 8 Royal Pines Blvd. and as of 12/... 11/21/2008

Coach Bags, Manolo Blahnik shoes, Chanel Fragrance, the latest boots and the coolest jeans will NOT be found on every corner in Beaufort, SC. I know, I know, don't cry. I was once that girl. Before living in Beaufort, I lived in downtown Atlanta. Atlanta...ahhh, the nightlife, the endless shopping extravaganza, the latest gadgets and gifts, the aroma of Starbucks at every turn and did I mention the shopping???     Those were the days... I thought Now instead of Coach Bags, Ihave Seagrass Baskets. Instead of Manolo Blahnik strappy heels, I have Palmetto Flip Flops. Chanel Fragrance is replaced by the smell of Jamaica Joe sunscreen and tutti-frutty sno cones. The latest fashion is almost always comfy cotton, sun kissed skin, and a read more than once southern novel. The nightlife is a soc... 11/10/2008

To those of you that are struggling with the chaos of city living, the constant influx of stress and frustration, and the inability to see the sunset for the progress of the cement jungle. Beaufort can't be that far.     How long has it been since you've seen the still waters of the ocean turn pink, purple, and back to blue? Can you remember the sound of the wind through the palms? Beaufort, SC really isn't that far away.       How long has it been since you spent the day with your best friend? Where do you go when you just need to breathe?                                         When did you last catch your dinner ?   Do you know the meaning of true FRESH food?       No matter where you are...you can always come home to Beaufort. A place to live, a place to dream, a place to watch the ... 11/09/2008

If you are moving to Beaufort, South Carolina or possibly purchasing a second home, you might want to consider the following: Beaufort South Carolina receives national recognition Real Estate is being offered at unbelievable prices Sellers are providing incentives AND concessions Beaufort offers a lifestyle second to none and now the price of real estate is an added bonus.  Don't wait until the smoke settles before you purchase a home. Now truly is the time to buy. For those considering rental properties, we have an extremely strong rental market!  Call or email me today for a rental property advisement package or a list of the best buys in all of Beaufort County.   10/30/2008

If you are in the midst of making a decision about moving to Beaufort, South Carolina you probably have many questions. I can spend an entire day describing the many things that make Beaufort so charming. I could also talk for hours on end about how unique it truly is and the peace it seems to offer all those who come. But, a picture is worth a 1,000 words. Here are a few things you may need to know when living here in beautiful Beaufort, South Carolina. Early Childhood Education            Animal Friendly             We too have daily obstacles        Grabbing a Bite to Eat                                          Sometimes Talking is Overrated                                   We too worry about Keeping Up with the Jones'                   We have Rush Hour                          Go... 10/27/2008

Checking in on the Bluff Farm neighborhood on Ladys Island near Beaufort South Carolina, there are 5 active listings with the lowest being priced at $235,000 and the highest at $398,000.  This makes the median home price in Bluff  Farm, $289,900 with 206 Days on the Market.    LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $398,000 $235,000 $312,380 $289,900 $1,561,900 5 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 544 37 251 206   Unfortunately, there have been no homes sold in Bluff Farm for the year of 2008.  I am trying to determine why homes are not selling in Bluff Farm.  The price per square foot ranges from $120.67 to $165.83.  All available homes were built between the years of 1984 and 1986, so certainly some updating may be needed.  Here are some front photos of the some of... 10/10/2008

NEW PONIT COMMUNITY IN BEAUFORT SOUTH CAROLINA - LOCATED ON LADY'S ISLAND! New Point community dock. New Point home architectural example.   LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $1,195,000 $495,000 $665,271 $609,450 $9,313,800 14 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 857 23 236 113   Currently there are 14 active listings in New Point on Lady's Island near Beaufort South Carolina.  The highest priced home is listed for $1,195,000 and the lowest priced is $495,000.  New Point is waterfront community located on Factory Creek tributary of Beaufort Riverwhich is part of the intracoastal waterway.  The community has amenities that include a community dock, park areas, open green spaces, underground utilities, in a small town setting.   LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW... 10/09/2008

  LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $249,900 $185,000 $215,790 $210,000 $2,373,700 11 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 502 51 213 155   Currently, there are 11 active listings in Telfair, including Telfair Manor and Rosewalk.  The lowest priced home is located on Ardmore for $185,000 and the highest is located on LeMoyne at $249,900.  The median price for homes in these neighborhoods is $210,000 with 155 days on the market.  Also, there are 7 rental homes available in the Telfair neighborhood.  If you are seeing lots of For Sale signs in your neighborhood, it may be because the owners have contacted a real estate agency to try to get them a renter for their home.    LIST PRICE: SOLD PRICE: DOM: HIGH LOW AVERAGE MEDIAN TOTAL PRICE LISTING COUNT $299,900 $169,4... 09/24/2008

Taking a look at Royal Pines this week, we have 33 active listings in Royal Pines with the low price being $210,000 and the high price being $415,000.  This makes the median single family home price in Royal Pines $289,839 with 162 days on the market. Looking at solds for the year, there have been 23 sales in Royal Pines with the low price being $202,000 and the high being $322,000.  This makes the median single family home sold price at $252,000 with 179 days on the market. So far for the month of September 2008, we have not had any sales in Royal Pines; however, we did have one home rented this month. If you have any questions about Royal Pines or any of the other great neighborhoods in or around Beaufort South Carolina, give Chris Skrip, Broker-in-Charge, RE/MAX Sea Island Realty a c... 09/23/2008

Currently, there are 12 single family homes available in the Telfair, Telfair Manor, Rosewalk area on Lady's Island near Beaufort South Carolina.  The lowest priced home is listed for $188,000 and the highest price home is listed for $249,900.  This makes the median home price $209,500 with 138 days on market. Looking at the price per square foot, the low is $121.76 per square foot and the high is $165.75.  Telfair home prices appear to be holding steady over the past few months. When it is time to list or purchase in Telfair, Telfair Manor or Rosewalk, give Chris Skrip, Broker-in-Charge, RE/MAX Sea Island Realty a call at 843-252-4218 or visit him on the web at www.ChrisSkrip.com. Article contributed by Chris Skrip using Beaufort MLS data 9/16/08 1:00 p.m. EST. 09/16/2008