re: Anyone live in or near Greenville, SC

I lived there for four years, and I absolutely loved it. I plan to move back there down the road. It’s a beautiful area where your dollar goes far with a low cost of living and reasonable home prices, pretty good public schools (depending where you live in the county), very good private schools, and excellent high school sports. It’s the only place I’ve ever lived where the local government actually got stuff done that constituents desired. There are plenty of major employers like BMW, Michelin, Fluor, and others. The main player hospital system is the best I’ve ever worked in, but there are plenty of healthcare options. Downtown is very safe and very family friendly, but also has a great bar scene. The restaurant options in Greenville are the best I’ve experienced in the South outside of Athens and Charleston. You get plenty of great concerts in Greenville alone, but you also have quick and easy access to Atlanta, Charlotte, Asheville, and Columbia. GSP is also a really good airport. There’s also really convenient lake access to multiple major lakes, and the outdoor scene offers all kinds of activities.

There are some things to be aware of though. The town has grown faster than the roads have been improved, so traffic can get pretty bad at times. Woodruff Road is a nightmare, so avoid that at all costs. Like any major southern city, there is some degree of crime, but only in very predictable pockets. And for some reason that I have never understood, liquor stores close at 7pm across the state.

You can expect 1 to 2 snowstorms per year that usually lasts about 36 to 48 hours where all schools and businesses close.

If and when I move back, I’m buying the biggest contiguous piece of property that I can find in Travelers Rest or Woodruff.

Nope. Just really inconvenient liquor laws. I buy most of my liquor in Georgia for convenience and better selection.

Been here 3 years. Met my wife and we decided to make here home. The secret is getting out. I have no complaints about the area. It’s perfect IMO. We are building about 6-7 miles north of town. Just before travelers rest. Plenty of industry and jobs. Are you moving here for work?

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So I am looking to leave Louisiana

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First are you Republican or Democrat? ....if the latter, then the Upstate is now officially closed to newcomers.



Seriously, it's a wonderful town/area. live in Fountain Inn just south of Greenville and absolutely love it. I moved up from Ga. twenty-some odd years ago and have loved it ever since.

All the good things everyone prior said about the area. Great hiking/mountain rec things just north of G-ville. Great downtown area that just continues to upgrade. Good mix of people from all walks of life/areas of the country. You'll love it.



Unless your a Democrat...then you'll despise it. Stay away at all costs...

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First are you Republican or Democrat

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Full red ballots

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I have to go to Clemson in November. The family is coming with so I want to turn it into a mini-vacation. We have 3 days of play. I want to stay within 2 hrs of Clemson, give or take a little. What's the best bet for a family of 4 with 2 kids under 10? Was thinking Charlotte or Greenville, but maybe Asheville? I'm not very knowledgeable on the area. Touristy is fine.

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Honestly, Asheville isn't as fun for kids. We have the Biltmore House (think Disney for old people lol) and a ton of good food and breweries. Not so much stuff for kids.

Just as an additional note:

Greenville, Asheville, and Spartanburg are 32, 34 and 35 on US News list of Best PLaces to live in the US. For reference BR, NOLA and Shreveport are 132, 144 and 148 out of the 150 cities listed.

ETA the link

USN

Greenville to Baton Rouge?