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James Island Area Facts

  • James Island has a Livability Score of 71/100, which is considered excellent
  • James Island crime rates are 62% lower than the South Carolina average
  • Cost of living in James Island is 33% higher than the South Carolina average
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Good and bad, just choose neighborhood wisely User Rating 2 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 09, 2019) There are a few neighborhoods in this area and some are very nice, while others are not. For example, the Deerwood development is lovely and managed well. However, the James Island neighborhood is not so good as they waste huge amounts of HOA funds for frivolous spending and te ...Read More rrible management. If you are looking in this area, consider Deerwood or one of the lovely neighborhoods in Bay Meadows to avoid the excessive cost. Read Less
James Island South Carolina: The Island of Community Enrichment User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) I experienced community enrichment while living in James Island South Carolina. The city is located in Charleston County. James Island is close to Charleston and Folly Beach South Carolina. The town has a great education system and solid housing. The cost of living is average for ...Read More the state and employment is overabundant. Weather is superb here in James Island and there is always a sense of safety and security here. I and my family take long walks in the afternoon along the neighborhood trail without any issues.

Some of the best areas in James Island South Carolina surround Riverland Terrace. There are great views here. It is a historic district that boasts a nice waterway and greenery. More affluent parts of town include Stiles Point Plantation and White Point Estates. The town is close-knit and has a plentitude of local organizations for community improvement. The schools are attentive and helpful in the community. The town is great, has some key scenic spots, and pleasant neighbors. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in James Island? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Dock Street Park
      James Island Recreation Complex and Park
      Murray Horse Lot Park
      White Point Gardens
      Moultrie Playground and Colonial Lake
      93 Queen Street City Parking Garage
      Lucas Park
      Washington Square

      Entertainment

      McLeod Plantation Historic Site
      Charleston Yacht Tours
      The Calhoun Mansion
      Nathaniel Russell House Museum
      Colonel Robert Brewton House (1721)
      Heyward-Washington House Museum
      Preservation Society of Charleston
      Terrace Theater

      Food & Drink

      Jersey Mike's Subs
      Subway
      Wendy's
      Arby's
      Smoke N' Brew
      McDonald's
      Duke's Barbecue
      Taco Bell

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in James Island? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in James Island.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      6% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      A- Health & Safety

      Is James Island a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens

      Doctors