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Downtown Charleston

Downtown Charleston

A world-renowned hub for culture, history, and dining.

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Welcome to Downtown Charleston

Historic, lively, and vibrant waterfront city — featuring world-class dining and breathtaking views
 
Immerse yourself in the energy, culture, and history found in Downtown Charleston. Located on the city’s peninsula — encompassed by the Cooper River and Ashley River — there is activity and excitement everywhere you turn. Home to award-winning restaurants, a plethora of historic sites, stately mansions, and ample attractions, this is a highly coveted spot to reside.
 
Depending on the neighborhood you select, home styles and pricing in Downtown Charleston vary significantly. All residential properties are upscale and elegant and offer their unique advantages. For those in search of the ultimate luxury home, South of Broad is the place to search. Known as the area’s most exclusive neighborhood, multi-million dollar mansions line historic city streets, such as Legare, East Bay, King, and Tradd Street. Further up the peninsula, new upscale condos have been constructed in the last several years.
 

What to Love

  • Historic buildings and attractions
  • Luxurious, sprawling homes
  • Highly walkable
  • Exceptional dining
  • New Brewery District

Local Lifestyle

Over the last several decades, Downtown Charleston has evolved into a world-renowned hub for culture, history, and dining. Founded in 1670, this city has seen it all. Attracting visitors from across the globe, the environment here juxtaposes the new with the old. Dynamic and always growing, local shopping and dining establishments frequently change concepts, ensuring that there’s always something new and exciting to check out. Residential areas boast grand, historic homes that have stood in the same spot since America’s earliest days. Recent developments preserve the charm of the city while infusing new life and enhanced luxury.
 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Charleston has quickly become a world-class destination for foodies. Upscale experiences featuring one-of-a-kind menu offerings routinely impress the most discerning of critics.
 
As you get to know the area, the sheer number of restaurants you’ll find is impressive. And while you can’t select a bad eatery, locals recommend certain places time and time again. If your tour of the city has led you to bustling King Street, try the menu items at favorite establishments such as Halls Chophouse, The Darling Oyster Bar, CO Restaurant, 167 Raw Oyster Bar, and Millers All Day. King Street is also the place to go for high-end shopping. Stores such as Brooks Brothers, Louis Vuitton, Lilly Pulitzer, Anthropologie, and Vineyard Vines can be found on this iconic road.
 
Elsewhere in Downtown Charleston, there are plenty of other bars, restaurants, and cafes to enjoy. Top picks include Neon Tiger (featuring a delicious, fully vegan menu), Wine & Company, Graft Wine Shop & Wine Bar, Rodney Scott's BBQ, Daps Breakfast & Imbibe, Leon's, Lewis Barbecue, FIG, and Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar. Although this list may seem sizable, there are dozens of other high-quality restaurants located on the peninsula.
 

Things to Do

Charleston residents living on the peninsula always have an immense selection of activities and fun in which they can partake.
 
Enjoy visiting craft breweries? Over the last few years, the craft beer scene in Charleston has exploded. In downtown, you can now visit what is referred to as the Brewery District (situated on the far upper part of the neighborhood). On select weekends, you can even take a trolley to hop between locations. Breweries in this area include Munkle Brewing, Fatty's Beer Works, Edmund's Oast Brewing Co., and Brewlab.
 
Play tourist for the day by exploring the numerous attractions and historic sights found throughout Downtown Charleston. Every tour through the city isn’t complete without a visit to the Historic Charleston City Market. Spanning four city blocks, local vendors have been selling their items here each day for generations. Additionally, make plans to stop by Rainbow Row, the Pineapple Fountain (located at Joe Riley Waterfront Park), The Battery, Marion Square, and the South Carolina Aquarium.
 

Schools

Schools in Downtown Charleston rate exceptionally well across grade levels.
 

Overview for Downtown Charleston, SC

1,605 people live in Downtown Charleston, where the median age is 33 and the average individual income is $60,128. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,605

Total Population

33 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$60,128

Average individual Income

Around Downtown Charleston, SC

There's plenty to do around Downtown Charleston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

96
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
81
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
44
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Smash City Burgers, Wine Shop Old Village, and Daddy’s Breakfast and Espresso.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.26 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.2 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.11 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.71 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.24 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.62 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown Charleston, SC

Downtown Charleston has 662 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown Charleston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,605 people call Downtown Charleston home. The population density is 18,863.115 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,605

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33

Median Age

47.73 / 52.27%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
662

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$60,128

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Downtown Charleston, SC

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The following schools are within or nearby Downtown Charleston. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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