Abbeville, South Carolina
Population: 5,840
Located in Abbeville County
The town of Abbeville is the essence of the Victorian Upcountry with an individualistic, can-do spirit that descends from the settlers who established this area. Its historic setting showcases a thriving community where business bustles around the town square and gracious hospitality is a way of life. Here in the National Register Historic District, which includes over 300 buildings and homes such as "the Generals' House" - the Queen Anne style McGowan-Barksdale Mansion, Abbeville 's proud townspeople don't just live in the past. They've simply taken their local history off the shelves and made it a charming part of their everyday lives. And for value for your money, you can't go wrong here in Abbeville - homes start at $39,000 and move on up. The average price for a large, rambling home on a large lot is $169,000. You get a lot of bang for your buck! There are of course, the million dollar homes, but you don't have to spend a lot to get a lot here in beautiful Abbeville! Abbeville is well known for its mild climate. For a couple of the summer months it will get a bit warm and humid but the much longer mild periods clearly offset the few hot days. The winters are brief and the nice days pop up often to keep the spirits up. Snowfall is rare. Short sleeve shirts in December and January are fairly common. Average January highs are around 59 degrees with lows at 38 degrees. Historic preservation has restored its Victorian allure to Abbeville. Today the town square presents the same façade as it did at the turn of the century and the shops around the square are wearing their original colors and styles. The revitalization efforts have spread beyond the town square to encompass facelifts in all the neighborhoods and have won the town many awards. Why not come and be a part of this best little town?
Find homes for sale in Abbeville South Carolina
|
