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About Hampton Park Terrace
Hampton Park Terrace exudes a dynamic sort of tranquility. While the southern, Charleston peninsula throws entertaining events and plays host to a number of shops and restaurants, Hampton Park Terrace highlights a quieter lifestyle centered around open parks. This charismatic neighborhood loves to stay local and prides itself on being a tight-knit community.
With sidewalks lining the streets and connecting homes, you can tell why Hampton Park Terrace residents have a pedestrian-friendly attitude (you’ll get your
If you’re looking for a neighborhood that is laid-back, walkable, and sports a quiet vibe, then this is where you should start your real estate search.
Location and Neighborhood Borders
Hampton Park Terrace is bordered by Hampton Park, Citadel University, and the communities of Wagener Terrace, Westside, and North Central. Neighborhood street borders
Hampton Park Terrace Real Estate
Most of its houses were built between 1912 and 1925. Popular magazines had created a sense of American architecture for the middle-class, and Hampton Park Terrace followed those trends.
Benefits of Hampton Park Terrace Architecture
Architecture in Hampton Park Terrace is centered around foursquare and bungalow
Inside, many of the homes feature built-in furniture. This creates a sense of unity throughout the rooms and uses the space economically (meaning you have more room to stretch your feet). Many of the homes were built from natural materials, such as wood, stone, and brick. These elements bridge the natural outdoors with a casual, laid-back lifestyle that loves to feel connected with the outside (and not locked away in small, boxy rooms commonly found in Victorian-style homes of downtown Charleston).
Hampton Park Terrace homes also feature large, welcoming porches. This provides ample space to sit outside, enjoy the weather, read a book, or just admire the setting. Many of the homes face one of two parks: Allan Park or Hampton Park. Each area is a great space for kids to play or to walk a dog.
History of Hampton Park Terrace
Hampton Park Terrace is less than three miles from Charleston’s famous Battery. In 1901 the Navy located its new shipyard just north of the city, and an international trade exposition opened on the grounds of the old Washington Race Course to promote Charleston’s commercial potential. Trolley lines were extended to the upper peninsula, and development edged north.
Meanwhile, Americans were looking to leave crowded urban centers to pursue new ideas of clean, modern, suburban comfort. Lured by promises of convenience, gracious sidewalks and streetlights, and freedom from the flooding that plagued the lower peninsula; the city’s business executives and upper-middle class began buying or building homes in Hampton Park Terrace.
The neighborhood first drew those looking to escape urban life, but the last ten years have brought residents eager to return to urban life. The real estate boom of the early 2000s increased the threat to one of Charleston’s least appreciated historic areas. Although the neighborhood was added to the National Register in 1997, Charleston can be jaded about
The new residents are just the last in a string of demographic reinventions. Neighbors range from
The area has an active neighborhood association which hosts coffee and donut
HPT celebrated its 100th birthday in 2012 with many homes being adorned with a plaque designating their historic status. Hampton Park Terrace is easily South Carolina’s best old house neighborhood and should be highlighted as such.
Things to Do around Hampton Park Terrace
Located minutes from the heart of Charleston and with fast access to outlying communities, such as Mount Pleasant, Folly Beach, and West Ashley, Hampton Park Terrace offers plenty of things to do (and a variety at that).
If you love watching sports, you can catch a Riverdogs baseball game or a Citadel University football game on Lockwood Drive, which is 2 minutes away from Hampton Park Terrace. If you enjoy basketball, you can always hop over to the College of Charleston during their regular season.
Foodies can take their pick among a number of 5-star rated restaurants. If you want some local, creative fare, jump over to Harold’s Cabin. You might even see Bill Murray
Lastly, take a stroll in Hampton Park. It’s over a mile long and features plenty of open spaces for picnics, exercising, and fun sports games. It’s also great for a leisurely
Buying a Home in Hampton Park Terrace
If you’d like to learn more about Hampton Park Terrace and the surrounding communities, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be more than happy to discuss whether this neighborhood is the right fit for your home dreams.
4 Hampton Place
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential
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Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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115 Moultrie Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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542 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
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10 Sutherland Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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3 Elmwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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This is a gorgeous updated, 2007 Carolopolis award winning home in the heart of coveted Hampton Park Terrace. American Craftsman style with QueenAn...
517 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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368 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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204 Congress Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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51 Parkwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Rare opportunity to live in a custom, new construction home in Hampton Park Terrace. Construction will be completed in spring of 2020. The lot is j...
549 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Estate Sale in Hampton Park Terrace - 549 Huger Street was built in approximately 1929 as an Aladdin Catalog home by the family of Harold Jacobs (H...
555 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
This Foursquare Hampton Park Terrace Home was built around 1916 (or earlier) and is listed as a ''Contributing Home'' on Hampton Park Terrace rost...
329 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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Hampton Park Terrace Historic 1915 bungalow authentically restored by current long term owners!This wonderful home, with 3 bed & 2 full bath down w...
6 W Sutherland Court
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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Quaint cottage located half block walk to Hampton Park. and tranquality. The Citadel is nearby and bus serviice is available.This lot offers wonde...
436 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
This historic Charleston single is centrally located and is just a block from beautiful Hampton Park. The home is in great condition and welcomes g...
390 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Beautifully restored home in Hampton Park Terrace! Built in the 1900s, this Queen Ann Home boasts hardwood flooring throughout, 10 ft ceilings, off...
1 Sutherland Court
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Located in the heart of Downtown Charleston, you will be minutes from local restaurants, amazing shopping, and breath taking historical sites! Walk...
463 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, celebrated by the Charleston Preservation Society with a Carolopolis Award, and recognized by t...
331 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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Historic Hampton Park Terrace - Wonderful opportunity in one of Charlestons premier residential neighborhoods. This classic foursquare has been imp...
145 Moultrie Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
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Grand Spanish Revival 2893sft plus an additional 232sft for finished cellar for a grand total of 3125sft of usable, air-conditioned space. Home has...
270 Congress Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
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