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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.
383 Sumter Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
This cozy Freedman's cottage is a piece of History. The street is in the midst of Charleston. There are places of worship, restaurants, walking dis...
363 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Arts and Crafts design with National Historic Registry designation. Renovated in 2009. Exceptionally large kitchen/dining/family area. Kitchen has ...
356 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Located two blocks from idyllic Hampton Park, this 1930's home is a unique opportunity. With over 3,000 ft2. of living space, off-street parking...
238 Congress Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Classic Hampton Park Terrace home owned by the same family for 50 years. Home currently features 4 bedroom and 2 bath with a 1 story addition on...
6 Wesson Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
This striking circa-1921 home is located on Wesson Avenue, a one-block-long, quiet street that is one of the nicest in Hampton Park Terrace. The...
551 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29402
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
This is a thoroughly renovated Four Square home in Hampton Park Terrace, on the National Register of Historic Places. It is 1 block to Hampton P...
3 Elmwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
This is an amazing restored, 2007 Carolopolis award winning home in the heart of coveted Hampton Park. Arts and Crafts in style with Queen Anne ...
379 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Calling all Investors!!! Cute home in a great location. This home is being sold AS-IS. Located near Hampton Park, the Citadel, and hospitals.
14 Sutherland Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential
Amazing, modern style meets historic Hampton Park in this stunning, fully renovated home! 2200sf with 3 bedrooms 2 1/2 baths laid out in an open...
9 Wesson Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Great house located on a quiet street in the middle of Hampton Park Terrace. This home has great bones, original hardwood floors, and a true baseme...
324 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Located two blocks from Hampton Park, this home is on a large corner lot with off-street parking. A renovation in 2009 included a large addition...
5 Sutherland Court
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Quaint Two story Bungalow built in 1920 in the heart of Hampton Park. You are only 2 blocks from The Citadel and Minutes from the MUSC campus or...
436 Huger Street UNIT 1/2
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential
Just a block from Hampton Park, this gorgeous historic Charleston Single home at 436 1/2 Huger St has been renovated on both the exterior and in...
364 President Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Remarkable historical home on one of the most desireable streets in Hampton Park. This home features historical details not present in most home...
4 Elmwood Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Very nice single family home, all hardwood floors, dining room, living room, large kitchen with good appliances; 4 fireplaces; central a/c; laundry...
567 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park
Residential
Welcome to a brilliantly custom renovated home (in fall of 2012) with no expense spared. 2 HOMES are a part of this rare and spectacular sale. N...
438 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Full professional restoration underway of historic Freeman Cottage in Hampton Park Terrace. Restoration includes new continuos footing, all new wir...
10 Kenilworth Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Estate sale in the Historicly designated neighborhood of Hampton Park Terrace. Fabulous potential in this wonderful home with a large lot. Very nic...
625 Rutledge Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Wow, Welcome Home to Historic Hampton Park Terrace! Originally built in 1920 and listed as a contributing structure (#159) in the Historic Regis...
542 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
Great Investment!!! Come and see this Dream Home on Corner Lot with 3 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths in beautiful Hampton Park Terrace. Downstairs consi...
447 Huger Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Hampton Park Terrace
Residential
PRICE REDUCED!! Very well maintained four bedroom home on corner of Ashley and Huger streets! Steps from Allan Park and desirable Hampton Park. ...