This Isle of Palms home awaits. | Photo by Nick Cann
The National Association of Realtors put Charleston on its list of top home-buying hot spots in 2026. We rounded up a few homes currently on the market, and we’ll double the asking price each time.
672 Ayers Dr., Charleston | ~$1 million
Nestled upon the lakefront on James Island, this home’s wooden fixtures evoke feelings of nostalgia. You’ll be hard-pressed to choose whether you prefer the indoor or outdoor spaces on offer.
267 Grove St., Charleston | ~$2 million
If this Wagener Terrace listing isn’t beautiful enough already, its location takes the cake. Recent upgrades give this 1955 home, which is steps from Hampton Park, a combination of timelessness and modernity.
3 Seventh Ave., Isle of Palms | $4+ million Imagine this: You’re sipping your morning coffee overlooking the Atlantic Ocean sunrise, surrounded by Lowcountry greenery. Listed by Matt Anderson Properties, this gorgeous home is a stone’s throw from the beach and blends coastal elegance with Southern charm.
Holiday Market in Marion Square | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Saturday, Dec. 13-Sunday, Dec. 14 | Marion Square Park | Price of purchase
Santa at the Aquarium | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Saturday, Dec. 13-Sunday, Dec. 14 | South Carolina Aquarium | $23+
Spanish Wine Showcase at Dashi Wine Bar & Emporium | 1-5 p.m. | Dashi Wine Bar & Emporium, North Charleston | Join Dashi Wine Bar to learn about Spanish wines, enjoy curated tastings + themed snacks, and score 20% off bottles.*
Enter: The “Japanese walking” method, a doctor-recommended form of exercise that requires zero special equipment. | Photo provided by Novant Health
You’ve likely experienced the mental and emotional benefits of going for a walk, but did you know you could walk your way to weight loss?
Enter: The “Japanese walking” method, a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that requires zero special equipment.
How it works
Walk at a high intensity (think: it would be difficult to hold a conversation) for three minutes, then at a lower intensity for three minutes.
Repeat for at least 30 minutes, four or five times a week.
Why it works
While walking at a steady pace has its benefits, the higher-intensity component of this method can help lower blood pressure, prevent disease, and improve aerobic fitness.
You may have seen the news by now — Fuel Cantina is closing its doors for good on Saturday, Dec. 20. “Our hearts are full, and our gratitude is endless,” wrote owners in their farewell post, which reflects on 15+ years of serving the community.
History
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum recently handed over four Japanese WWII artifacts to return them to descendants. The museum previously possessed four “good luck flags,” a traditional gift for Japanese servicemen with messages from loved ones inscribed. Two have already been returned. (Post and Courier)
Try This
Mount Pleasant is preparing for its 30th annual Christmas Light Parade this Sunday, Dec. 14. Head down to Coleman Boulevard for the 5:30 p.m. start for festive joy, glowing floats, and possibly even a visit from Mr. C himself.
Mailbag
We asked for your snow stories, and Rebecca A. delivered: “I had just moved here in November 2017 from Ohio. As you can imagine, I was totally shocked in January when the snow started falling and didn’t seem to stop. People in my apartment complex were jokingly saying, ‘Did you bring this with you?’” Send us yours.
Feel Good
Estil’s 18-year-old Mac Gohagan was recently honored at a Make-A-Wish South Carolina event. The reason? He received a wish from the organization, and used it to give back, asking for massage chairs for the heroes who saved his life at Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. (Yahoo)
Try This
Calling all Swifties. The first two episodes of Taylor Swift’s docuseries “The End of the Eras Tour” release tomorrow, Dec. 12 at 3 a.m. ET.Whether you’re anticipating new footage or reliving the tour, warm up your vocals at a local karaoke spot tonight. (USA today)
Holiday
For the rest of the month, we’re going to be sharing New Year’s Eve event ideas to help you ring in 2026 in style. Our first shout out: By The Way is hosting a night of crooner music, stellar eats + drinks, and an abundance of Southern hospitality.
Giveaway
The Stingrays are giving away four tickets for their game vs. Savannah this Sunday, Dec. 14. Head to the post for the full instructions on how to enter.
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Post of the Day
And that’s why lighthouses were invented. | Post by mpeacockmedia
When you see fog like this roll through the Lowcountry, the reason behind our centuries of local shipwrecks becomes clearer.
The full reel has more shots of a quite gorgeous sunrise.
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