A shrinking economy. Rising mortgage rates. Flatlining prices.If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in 2025, it’s no wonder you’re feeling hesitant. For many buyers, the instinct right now is to wait it out. To see what happens before making a big move.And the headlines don’t help:The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis just reported a 0.3% drop in GDP in Q1 2025, following a strong 2.4% gain at the end of 2024.  It’s the kind of data point that makes people pause.But smart buyers aren’t freezing. They’re asking the right questions. They’re gathering the data. And they’re making a plan.A Simple 3-Step Plan for Buyers in 2025If you’re on the fence about buying, here’s a clear, no-pressure way to think about your next step.Step 1: Get Clear on What’s Actually Worrying YouA lot of buyer... 05/07/2025

Spoiler alert: Housing affordability isn’t as simple as the headlines make it sound.Depending on who you ask, the real issue isn’t just home prices, or even the number of homes on the market. It’s about access. It’s about opportunity. And most of all, it’s about what affordable really means for the people trying to buy.So, what does affordability look like here in South Carolina? And where do you actually stand a chance of finding the right home at the right price?Let’s break it down.Inventory Crisis or Access Crisis?If you've been following the national conversation, you've probably heard a lot about the "housing shortage." But two of the most well-known names in real estate data—Logan Mohtashami and Ivy Zelman—have different takes on what’s really going on.Ivy Zelman’s Take: The Probl... 04/29/2025

Buying your first home doesn’t look anything like it did 30 years ago. The average first-time buyer in 2024 is 38 years old. Compare that to 33 in 2020 and 31 between 1993 and 2018.So if you’re renting in your 30s or 40s, it’s easy to wonder: Did I miss my window?The short answer is not at all. In fact, you’re right on time—and there are solid financial and personal reasons for that.Why Are Buyers Waiting Longer?Research from John Burns Research & Consulting shows that Americans are hitting major life milestones later across the board: The average age of first-time mothers is now 30 (up from early 20s a few decades ago). Only 33% of today’s 30-year-olds own a home, compared to 47% in 1984. Only 48% of 30-year-olds have been married (down from 78% in 1984) And 72% of renters are now over... 04/24/2025

Every time the word "recession" starts popping up in headlines, it brings a wave of uncertainty—especially for anyone thinking about buying or selling a home.You might be wondering: Are home prices going to crash? Will mortgage rates skyrocket? Should I wait to make a move? Totally fair questions—and you’re not alone in asking them. The good news is we can look to history to get some real answers.Let’s break it down.A Recession Doesn’t Automatically Mean Home Prices Will DropFirst, let’s clear up a common myth:A recession is not the same as a housing crash.Data shows that in 4 of the last 6 U.S. recessions, home prices actually went up, and in one, home prices dropped less than 2%. The exception was 2008—and that was a very specific situation involving risky loans, overbuilding, and a f... 04/18/2025

If you're looking for a GREAT home with a basement on a LARGE lot, then this might be perfect for you! Located just North of Greer, this home sits on three quarters of an acre on a cul-de-sac lot. As you step into this home, you'll note the quality and the care that the current owners have taken. This open floor plan features gorgeous hardwood floors and updated fixtures. As you first enter, there is a bonus room that would be perfect for a play room or a home office. Step up a short flight of stairs to the living room, which is highlighted by a gas log fireplace. The kitchen is to the right, with a large island, plenty of cabinets, and a sliding glass door out to the deck, which overlooks the spacious back yard. The kitchen has space for a breakfast room, where you could place a table ... 05/17/2018

294 Park Ridge Circle, Greer, SC  29651 Home for Sale in The Village At Bent Creek, Greer SC Real Estate It is not every day that you come across a house with so much to offer. The 3000+ sqft floor plan, volume of space, and home features throughout this fabulous home for sale in The Village At Bent Creek is truly breathtaking.Nestled in a great family friendly community of The Village At Bent Creek, this 4 bedroom family home is perfectly suited to the growing family. Here are the home's charming features: Inviting front porch where you can sit and relax on your rocking chair. Beautiful and well-maintained hardwood floors. The kitchen boasts granite countertops and a large breakfast style island. Large office with french doors. Flex room which you can use as a playroom or media room. ... 05/12/2018

212 Saddle Creek Court, Greer, SC  29651Home for Sale in Saddle Creek, Greer SC Real Estate Put this fabulous home for sale in Saddle Creek on your must-see list. 212 Saddle Creek Court has all the features any buyer is looking for in a home. Nestled in a quiet community of Saddle Creek close to Cunningham and Robinson lakes, this 3 bedroom family home boasts an impressive open plan layout and interior features: Inviting front porch where you can sit and relax in your rocking chair. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. The open kitchen boasts granite countertops and a large island. Plenty of natural light flows into the main area through the sunroom. Master bedroom located on the main level with a full bath featuring separate walk-in closets, double vanity sinks, garden tub and se... 03/03/2018

This amazing town home with TWO master bedrooms is now available in Lismore Village! Lismore Village is a town home community located minutes from the conveniences of Wade Hampton Blvd., and a short drive from the interstate. This property is one of the largest available in Lismore Village! With four bedrooms and 2.5 baths, you'll be sure to have plenty of room, and this home is in great condition for you! As you enter the home you'll notice an open and spacious floor plan, and a living room with plenty of windows for natural light. There is a half bath for your guests. The kitchen has upgraded cabinets, with plenty of storage room for your dishes and utensils, and a pantry for your food. Past the kitchen is the first master bedroom, a master on the main featuring trey ceilings and acce... 06/12/2017

201 Ellington Creek Lane, Greer, SC  29651 Home for Sale in Ellington Park, Greer SC Real Estate  Put this fabulous home for sale in Ellington Park on your must see list. 201 Ellington Creek Lane has all the features any buyer is looking for in a home. Nestled in a great gated community of Ellington Park, this 5 bedroom family home boasts an impressive open floor plan and interior features that are perfectly suited to the growing family. This home for sale in Ellington Park boasts the following features: Inviting front porch where you can sit and relax on your rocking chair. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. The kitchen boasts granite countertops and an extra large island and a massive granite table top attached. Plenty of natural light flows into the main area through large wi... 04/14/2017

40 Old Wagon Road, Greer, SC 29651Home for Sale in GreerHere’s your chance to secure this gem! This 3 bedroom home sitting on 3.8 acres offers comfortable living set on a quiet backdrop convenient to dining, shops, and other amenities in downtown Greer and Wade Hampton Blvd! Boasting a fantastic floor plan with many lovely features, this home is ideal for anyone who likes their space. Here’s a list of what to love about this home for sale in Greer: Ranch style home with 3 beds and 2.5 baths sitting on 3.8 acres land. Sizeable front porch perfect for a relaxing afternoon. Beautiful hardwood flooring. A family room that can to be turned into a fourth bedroom or master suite. Spacious living room with large windows allowing natural light flood in and also features a bookcase Lovely updated... 04/05/2017

113 Quincy Drive, Greer, SC  29650Home for Sale in Quincy Acres, Greer SC Real Estate Take a peek at this great home located in Quincy Acres, a wonderful community in Greer. 113 Quincy Acres Road features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. This impressive single-family home is conveniently close to Hudson corners, Taylors, and some of the top rated schools in Greenville County. This home for sale in Quincy Acres boasts the following features: Ranch style home with a fantastic layout for easy traffic. Beautiful foyer that leads to a large family room perfect for family gatherings. The family room features a wood burning fireplace and hardwood floor. Lots of possibilities in this home's large bonus room, man cave, office room, you name it. Two generously sized bedrooms and a gorgeous master bedroom ... 03/24/2017

With the Blue Ridge Mountains as a picturesque backdrop, Thornhill sprang to life in the late 1990’s, creating an idyllic community of about 100 homes. It’s the kind of small town atmosphere where you are greeted by neighbors who know you by name as you walk down the street. Home is where the heart is and Thornhill has plenty of heart!One main road through the community connects neighbors. Lakes and lush wooded areas, teeming with indigenous wildlife, provide a serene country setting. Home buyers will find a wide variety of home styles to choose from with affordable prices running from just under $200,000 to slightly over $300,000.The schools in the Greer area are some of the finest in South Carolina and Thornhill students receive an excellent education. Spartanburg and Greenville are j... 03/12/2017

Downtown GreenvilleHome sweet Sugar Creek! Established in the 1970s, this serene community has provided shelter for hundreds of families. It continues to be a warm place to watch children grow and dreams come true. It’s a place to hang your heart.Over 800 homes within this community offer a limitless variety of styles such as Colonial, ranch, vinyl-sided, and brick, with amazing options. 2,300 to 4,000 square feet of living space give families room to grow. Lush, wooded lots covered with thick carpets of grass and flowering plants give the neighborhood a tranquil, country atmosphere. With listings starting at under $300,000, even your pocketbook will feel at home in Sugar Creek.Three separate homeowner’s associations keep things running smoothly here. One look around this large, visuall... 03/03/2017

Established in 2004, Riverwood Farm sits in the heart of the picturesque countryside between Greer and Greenville. This exciting new gated community of about 300 homes in Greer offers three distinct subdivisions called The Townes, The Cottages, and the Estates with something sure please everyone.The Estates subdivision is perfect for those who want room to grow. From 1400 to 5000 square feet in size, on spacious lots, these are the biggest homes in Riverwood Farm. These beautiful homes sell for $200,000 - $400,000.The Cottages features single-family homes that sit on .25 acre lots that are easy to maintain.If you are looking for a maintenance-free home ownership, you’ll love the Townes. The subdivision of townhomes lets you live an active care-free life without the hassle of exterior ma... 02/25/2017

All you have to do is drive down the streets lined with mature trees and flowering bushes in Pelham Falls to know you are home. Lush foliage and exquisitely manicured lawns offer proof of the pride residents take in their country paradise. Along the Enoree River and Rocky Creek, picturesque nature trails provide residents with an abundance of opportunities to view wildlife in a natural setting. Scenic ponds and waterfalls, home to flocks of ducks, colonies of beavers, schools of fish and more, will make you forget that your country oasis is only about 12 miles from the lively city life in Greenville.There are approximately 430 single-family homes in this neighborhood offering 2,000 to 3,000 square feet of living space, with prices starting around $200k. The community has tennis courts, ... 02/20/2017

Picturesque GreerFor those who appreciate the suburban life but crave the active cultural advantages the city offers, Hammett Creek is the ideal community. Adjacent to lush, densely wooded land, the gated neighborhood is just 15 minutes from Greenville and a mere 5 miles from the quaint little town of Greer, offer the very best of both worlds.The newer neighborhood of only 70 homes priced in the mid-$500ks to lower $600ks, features verdant half-acre lots and spacious homes of 2,000 to 5,000 square feet with a decidedly rural ambiance. There’s ample room for outdoor play and entertaining without feeling crowded by neighbors.But rural does not mean isolated, by any means. With I-85 nearby, commuting to work and play is easy and stress-free. Locally, a booming manufacturing industry and a ... 02/16/2017

Greer’s popular Devenger Place features 600+ homes in a variety of timeless styles such as Tudor, Colonial, and Victorian. The family-friendly community was established in 1973 and the quality construction of these older homes is just part of their classic appeal. Affordably priced, starting in the low $200,000s, Devenger Place is the perfect locale whether you are just starting out, raising a family, or settling into retirement.Eight miles from Greenville to the west and eight miles from Greer in the east, this neighborhood is a delightful escape from the hectic pace of the city. Surrounded by a lush landscape and tall trees the peaceful suburban atmosphere beckons to those looking for paradise. A clubhouse offers space for events and parties. The outdoor pool is the center of activity... 02/08/2017

Less than a half hour from Greenville, Greer’s Barrington Park is a suburban paradise along the banks of the Enoree River. Established almost 30 years ago, the luxury estate homes in this elite neighborhood are just part of the charm that attracts homebuyers.The 120 lavish brick homes that make up Barrington Park are large, with some as big as 6000 square feet. Beautifully landscaped lawns sit on lots of up to an acre in size, offering a sense of privacy and offering stunning spaces for outdoor entertaining.Sidewalks line streets shaded by mature trees. Children attend the best schools in the Greer school district. With I-85 nearby, commuting to work, school, or play is quick and easy.The neighborhood has its own clubhouse, pool, and tennis courts. The homeowners association is busy wor... 01/28/2017

113 River Oaks Road, Greer, SC  29650 Home for Sale in River Oaks, Greer SC Real Estate  113 River Oaks Road is just one of the great homes situated in River Oaks, a wonderful community in Greer. This two-story home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, well maintained with great floor plan for entertaining. This impressive single-family home is conveniently close to I-85, GSP airport, Greer hospital, grocery store,  and top rated schools. Boasting more than great location, this wonderful property gives you access to a convenient lifestyle.This home for sale in River Oaks boasts the following features: Two-story, traditional style home with a fantastic open plan layout for easy traffic. Two generously sized bedrooms and a gorgeous master bedroom on the main with private bath featuring a tu... 01/11/2017

Woodland Elementary School Information and Homes for Sale Near Woodland Elementary in Greer, SC Woodland is another top top rated public school in Greenville County. It was established in 1960 and currenly houses 1,078 students serving K5-5th Grade. It has a rating of 9 in GreatSchools.org. The facilities at Woodland Elementary consist of 68 Classrooms, cafetorium, health room, media center, TV Production/Broadcast room, gymnasium, K-3rd Playground, 4th-5th Playground, iPad Cart, State of the Art computer lab, and Science lab.Some of the awards Woodland has achieved are Palmetto Gold Award (2009-2014) and Silver Award (2009-2012); an award given to schools that attain the highest level of performance and high rates of growth, Safe School Award (2010-2014), Excellent Report Card Ratings ... 09/17/2016