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H O M E , T O W N , N AT U R E
WHER E WILL THE DAY TA KE YO U?
Go with the flow We like that advice. Whether you’re planning your afternoon or a whole community, it’s a good idea to stay loose. On your toes. Open to the possibilities. Here in Nexton, we’re paying attention. We’re watching the world, especially our own little corner of it here in greater Charleston. And we’re responding with new ideas. New ways to live and work and gather and stay healthy. We’re even creating new ways to let you take your evening walk alongside a cool, calming waterway. In other words, you can literally go with the flow. SO DIVE RIGHT IN AND DISCOVER WHY THE NEWEST CHAPTER OF NEXTON IS THE MOST EXCITING EVER.
A NE W WAY TO LO WC O U NT RY
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A DAY TO MATC FEELING PRODUCTIVE?
READY TO PLAY? RIGHT THIS WAY
LET’S GET MOVING
DO YOU LIKE FUN IN THE SUN?
FIRST THINGS FIRST. ARE YOU HUNGRY? NO
YES
YES
NO
YES
WHAT ABOUT A NICE SHADY SPOT?
SUNBATHING OR FRISBEE TOSSING FRISBEE F’SHO
HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT FRIED CHICKEN? WE THINK SO TOO. FOLLOW US.
HECK YEAH
HOW ABOUT WORKING OUT?
DO YOU HAVE A FURRY FRIEND/WANT TO MEET ONE?
HOW ABOUT TACOS, BURGERS, DONUTS, PIZZA, SUSHI OR ICE CREAM?
I LIKE TO PLAY INSIDE
WE LIKE THE WAY YOU PLAY. FOLLOW US.
NAH NO
DUH
NAH
OH YEAH
NO
NOT FOR ME
LOVE IT GIVE ME THAT SUN
DO YOU COUNT SHOPPING AS BEING PRODUCTIVE?
NOW I’M STARVING
HEAD TO STARBUCKS TO GET YOUR COFFEE FIX.
GRAB YOUR LAPTOP. WE HAVE THE SPOT FOR YOU.
FIND A SPOT UNDER THE TREES IN TALL GEE WOODS.
SWIM CLUB
DOG PARK
REFUEL
NEXTON SQUARE
MIDTOWN CLUB
A resort-style destination for lap-swimming, kid-splashing, sunworshipping, friendchatting, party-throwing and general fun-having.
Welcome to doggy nirvana. Jumps, tunnels and obstacles. Separate areas to keep your Maltese from mixing with the Mastiffs. And trees. Lots of trees.
Can “cool” and “convenience store” be in the same sentence? It would seem so. Fill up with gas, fried chicken, whatever you need to refuel.
Fitness and fabulous food. Services and boutiques. Over 30 businesses, from Halls Chophouse and Taco Boy to Title Boxing and Art on the Square.
Pool. Fitness studio. Weight room. Pickleball. Handy work space. Here’s your daily destination, whether you want to swim, play, work or work out.
IN BRIGHTON PARK VILLAGE
IN BRIGHTON PARK VILLAGE
ON BRIGHTON PARK BOULEVARD
ON NEXTON SQUARE DRIVE
IN MIDTOWN NEXTON
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H YOUR MOOD WANT AN ADVENTURE?
NEED TO RELAX?
GO FOR IT
FIND YOUR CHILL
DO YOU LIKE TO WANDER?
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR PEACE AND QUIET? NO NO
YES
YES
BURN A FEW CALORIES OR SAVOR THEM? STAY CLOSE
CLOSE TO HOME OR TAKE A DRIVE?
BURN BABY BURN LET’S GO!
MEANDER TO CHARLESTON, ONLY 26 MILES AWAY.
HOW DOES A GAME OF BOCCE SOUND?
NOT NECESSARILY
NEAR THE WATER?
HOW BOUT BOTH
DO YOU HAVE A BIKE?
NOT FOR ME DEFINITELY DO YOU NEED VARIETY?
NOPE YEP
DO YOU NEED A BIKE OR A BOTTLE OF WINE?
ACTUALLY YES
YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS PLACE.
OF COURSE A DANCE IN THE GRASS SOUNDS MORE YOUR SPEED.
NOT SO MUCH
PUT ON YOUR SHOPPING SHOES.
JUST A CHILL SPOT
PERFECT
ELBOW PARK WILL BE THE SPOT FOR YOU.
THE TRAILS
BROWN FAMILY PARK
THE SHOPS
THE BLUEWAY
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
They’re everywhere and they’ll take you just about anywhere. To lunch. To yoga. To the bank, the office or simply to an invigorating run or ride.
THE place for outdoor concerts, picnics and frisbee-tossing. Steps from Nexton Square and an easy bike ride from your new home in Nexton.
Have a retail adventure. In Nexton, you’ll find everything from organic dog food to local art to cool fashions to bikes and wine and a whole lot more.
The defining feature of the Blueway District. A network of waterways that adds a touch of serenity to your morning bike ride or evening stroll.
Big parks. Little parks. Sunny parks. Shady parks. Grassy fields, gardens and playgrounds. Many with community wifi. Just pick a park to fit your fancy.
ALL OVER THE PLACE
OFF OF ROSE DRIVE
ON NEXTON SQUARE DRIVE
IN MIDTOWN NEXTON
THROUGHOUT NEXTON
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LET’S EAT, Y ’ALL A LOCAL’S GUIDE TO NEVER COOKING AT HOME AGAIN. JUST KIDDING. SORT OF. BAD DADDY’S BURGER BAR Think you’ve had great burgers? Ha! Try the Magic Mushroom Burger — three kinds of ’shrooms plus truffle aioli and arugula. BKEDSHOP Donuts with a cult following, thanks to brioche dough, yeast-raised for the perfect soft-to-chewy ratio. Good coffee to go with, too. CAROLINA ALE HOUSE Go Tigers! Go Gamecocks! Go pulled pork sandwiches and frosty mugs of IPA at this lively, TV-lined sports bar! THE CODFATHER Calling all British expats — or any colonist hankering for proper fish and chips. This Charleston favorite is coming soon. EVER CREAMERY Choosing isn’t easy between ridiculously tasty ice cream flavors like Alphonso mango, tiramisu and Argentine sea salt caramel. FUJI SUSHI From the sizzling drama of hibachi to impeccably composed bento boxes, this is authentic Japanese fare — with creative twists, too. HALLS CHOPHOUSE At this nationally award-winning restaurant, the ribeyes are calling — flawlessly seared and selected from the finest .5 to 1% cuts in the country. PAGE'S OKRA GRILL When Southern Living features your shrimp and grits, you’re doing something right. Down-home and family-owned. POOGAN’S SOUTHERN KITCHEN Why do we (and The Travel Channel) adore the Lowcountry? Let us count the ways … starting with creamy she-crab soup.
GOOD PIZZA MAKES GOOD NEIGHBORS
Apologies to Robert Frost. But it’s not fences, it’s pizzas — delectable, hand-tossed pizzas — that are making Nexton more neighborly than ever. Case in point: the 30 free pies that D’Allesandro’s Pizza recently delivered to thank the 150 hard-working staff members of Nexton Elementary. Or the more than 200 free pizzas enjoyed by November’s election poll workers and voters standing in line all over the Charleston area — Nexton included. Why so generous? “We’re a neighborhood-style pizza place,” explains Nick D’Allesandro, co-founder of the restaurant with brother Ben. “The community supports us, so we want to support them.”
STARBUCKS Remember when coffee was simple? Black with maybe a little cream? Nah, neither do we. All your fancy faves, right here. TACO BOY The struggle is real — but try not to default to the legendary tacos. Opt for a yummy Taco Boy Salad. Plus a marg, since you’re being so good. TROPICAL SMOOTHIE Go ahead, virtue signal. Sip on that kale, coconut and lime smoothie. Or go hearty with a wrap or flatbread. VICIOUS BISCUIT It’s a happy day that starts with a made-from-scratch biscuit. Topped with everything from maple sausage gravy to crab cakes with hollandaise. WOK N’ ROLL Some days, the only answer is a carton of sweet and savory orange chicken. Feed your hungry tummy and soul from 100+ menu items.
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To be sure, the love goes both ways. Since opening in Nexton Square in February 2020, D’Allesandro’s has enjoyed steady business, especially with takeout and delivery (no
“ T HE COMMUNIT Y SUPPORTS US, SO WE WANT TO SUPPORT THEM.” — NICK D’ALLESANDRO, CO-FOUNDER
surprise there). That said, in-house service offers draft and artisan beers, along with good music, and the kind of laid-back atmosphere essential to any neighborhood hangout. Oh, and of course there’s the pizza.
Inspired by the Philadelphia neighborhood pizza of the D’Allesandros’ youth, their pies are thin, hand-tossed, featuring highquality ingredients and inventive combos often inspired by customers. One recent popular creation is the Buffalo Chicken Ranch with onions, green peppers, buffalo chicken and ranch dressing. D’Allesandro’s Pizza began in 2006 when Ben, a recent College of Charleston graduate, convinced Nick to join him in bringing their style of pizza to downtown Charleston. The D’Al’s recipe of excellent food, cold beer and an unpretentious vibe proved pretty magical, leading to shops
in Greenville and now, Summerville. The brothers chose Nexton because it was fast-growing and felt like the perfect fit. “Nexton is cool,” says Nick. “Some of the other developments that I deliver to feel pretty cookie-cutter, but this feels like a real neighborhood with all the parks and greenspaces and alleyways. Nexton fosters a community vibe.” Something D’Al’s should definitely take some credit for. Whether handing out candy to trick-or-treaters, promoting local businesses on their pizza boxes or inviting weekly nominations for free lunches, this “neighborhood pizza place” sure does live up to its name.
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charm MEETS CHOICE
L O W C O U N T R Y S T Y L E . The very phrase conjures up images of covered front porches perfect for tea-sipping and neighborly conversation. Large windows, to let in cool breezes. Coastal colors and decorative shutters. Homes that look as if they have great stories to share (and very likely do). At Nexton, we let this architectural language be our guide. But we’ve added a little present to the past. With energy efficiency, open floorplans and contemporary lines that help the charm of yesterday feel very much today. And here’s another beautiful thing about our homes. There’s a perfect option for however you like your
Lowcountry. Maybe your family is large and needs 4, 5 or even 6 bedrooms. Maybe you and your furry four-legged kiddo need the smaller, low-maintenance space a townhome provides. Maybe you’re an active adult looking for single-level living with no yardwork (and no stairs). Maybe you’re a busy professional or on-the-go empty nester who finds apartment living to be more your style. We could go on (and on and on). But the happy truth is that, here in Nexton, the choice really, truly is yours. And with everybody making different choices, you get a neighborhood that feels really, truly diverse.
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OUR NEWEST VILL AGE
MIDTOWN NEXTON A FRESH MIX OF HOME, TOWN AND NATURE
Places (at least the interesting ones) are a lot like people. They don’t sit still. They evolve. They find fresh inspiration. They grow in wisdom and character. They surprise you.
In the years since we first launched the Nexton community, we’ve learned a lot. Yes, about what makes a community beautiful, livable and lovable. But we’ve discovered even more about us humans. What makes us happy, keeps us healthy and helps us feel a sense of belonging. What gets us up in the morning, ready to face … no, to embrace … a new day. The vision for Midtown is the embodiment of all these lessons. And that’s why Midtown is more than the newest village in Nexton. It’s the next level of Nexton. A place where the great outdoors is even greater. Where the pleasures and conveniences of town are even closer. Where a wider variety of homes offers more high-tech smarts and fresh Lowcountry style. And where all of this comes together to give you a richer, healthier, more delightful day. S O, W E L C O M E T O M I D T O W N . A N E W WAY T O N E X T O N .
LIFE IN THE BLUEWAY DISTRICT
MIDTOWN
F O U N TA I N D I S T R I C T
n Midtown’s first district, you may find yourself taking a different approach to your day. Instead of getting in the car and driving to the office, you hop on your bike and head to the Midtown Club for a yoga class. Don’t worry, your work will get done. And probably with more inspiration. You pedal down the trail next to the Blueway, a sun-sparkled waterway that meanders through the whole neighborhood. The air is cool. The birds are singing. So even before you assume your first pose, you have a feeling of serenity. As usual, the class is deeply restorative. And with your post-yoga clarity of mind, it’s time to take on that budget report. Thanks to the comfy work space and gigabit wifi at the wellness center, there’s still no need to go to the office. Sitting in a cushy chair with your laptop and an organic protein bar, you knock out the budget report in record time and to resounding applause from the CFO. It’s tempting to celebrate with a few laps in the pool, but you decide to save that for tomorrow. On the other hand, maybe you’ll
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come back this afternoon for a pickleball break. And suddenly it hits you: this is how everybody should work.
THE COLORS OF MIDTOWN Midtown Nexton will grow into a vibrant bouquet of community. A mix of five distinct districts, each with its own character, including a Central District of shops, eateries and convenient services. And of course “Midtown Nexton” means “smack in the middle of Nexton.” Which means you’ll be surrounded by good food, good coffee, good music, good … well, everything.
MORE BETTER HOMES
The good news is, all the homebuilders of our inaugural village, Brighton Park, have brought their award-winning home design artistry to Midtown. The better news is, the home choices in Midtown are even more exciting, with a number of all-new home plans and Nexton’s fresh, one-ofa-kind interpretation of Lowcountry style.
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COMING SOON
THE EVERYTHING CLUB
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or a moment, just consider all the stuff you’d like to have close to home. A nice swimming pool (naturally). A well-equipped fitness center. A yoga studio. Maybe some tennis courts.
And pickleball courts. And is it too much to ask for some lounge space, a park and a playground? We think not. In fact, what we’re calling the Midtown Club will soon give you that whole list of goodies and a whole lot more. All just steps from your new home in Midtown’s Blueway District and a short bike ride if you live in Brighton Park Village or Del Webb Nexton.
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THE POOL
A meandering resort-style lagoon with lap lanes for you, and fun zones and squirt jets for the kids. Surrounded by abundant deck areas, both sunny and shady. O U T S I D E S PA C E S
An event lawn (think food trucks and movie nights). A bigger lawn for soccer and flag football games. A covered pavilion and an inventive play structure. Lighted pickleball and tennis courts. And for those times when you
just want to zen out, benches, a burbling kettle fountain and the serenity of shade trees and lush native plantings.
classes. Not just a yoga studio but a purpose-designed room where the doors can be flung wide for open-air sessions.
FITNESS, FLEX & YOGA
THE LIVING ROOM
Not just a fitness room but a studio very nicely outfitted with cardio, circuit and weight training equipment and a window that lets you keep an eye on the kiddos as you’re working out. Not just a club room, but a flex room big enough for banquet suppers, speaker series and large fitness
A quiet place where gigabit wifi, fresh coffee and some fresh surroundings will boost your productivity. Or where some cushy furniture, a catering kitchen and a pool table will make your neighborhood happy hours that much happier.
BRING YOUR CLUB TO THE CLUB Whatever you’re into, there’s a spot for you at the Midtown Club. BOOK CLUB
The living room is a ready-made conversation pit. CARDS CLUB
Plenty of space for Bunco. BILLIARDS CLUB
Rack ’em up on the Club table. ZEN CLUB
Share your love of yoga.
NORTH CREEK VILLAGE
NORTH CREEK VILLAGE LIFE MADE SIMPLE
North Creek Village is an intimate enclave — not too big, not too small — tucked into the woods and creeks of Nexton. Things feel more relaxed. More intimate, nurturing and neighborhood-y. (Yes, that’s a word.) Life here is a little easier, with convenient access to parks, community pools, shopping, good schools and I-26. Step onto a trail and roam for miles. Head over to the neighborhood pool with the kids. Or maybe meet your friends at the park for your Saturday evening barbecue ritual. And with True Homes and Centex offering a variety of homes, from family-sized two-stories to no-stair one-stories, North Creek makes life easier in all sorts of ways.
DEL WEBB NEXTON
A NEW KIND OF
Del Webb AT NEXTON, DEL WEBB IS ALL ABOUT SPONTANEOUS FUN AND FRIENDSHIP.
It’s a place where you can catch a trail down to the Core for a few laps in the pool, a long chat with the neighbors or just to hang out with a latte and a good book. There you’ll also find sports courts, a fitness center and rooms for clubs and other activities. And if you’ve been looking at some of Del Webb’s other communities, you’ll recognize the easy-living floorplans available in Nexton. But you’ll be pleasantly surprised by new exterior styles that fit beautifully with Nexton’s fresh take on Lowcountry architecture.
W H AT I S I T ABOUT
Charleston
museums. Two worth noting: the South Carolina Historical Society Museum and The Charleston Museum, which both feature clothing, maps and artifacts that tell a fascinating story of the area’s beginnings. And that’s just a very small start.
CHARLESTON IS A MAGICAL MIX OF OLD AND NEW, THE PAST AND THE POSSIBILITIES. hen you hear Charleston has been named the #1 small city in the U.S. for nine straight years, it’s easy to say “of course.” But it’s hard to describe the essence of this place, what makes it so special. We will defend ourselves by saying that when a city has been around for 350 years, there’s a lot to cover. If you’re a visitor here (or luckier yet, a local), you see the cobblestone streets. The columns and shutters and copper lanterns that hold years … no, make that decades … no, make that centuries … of stories about the area. So, we suppose that’s where we’ll start. With a few of the big stories and ‘must see’ landmarks. Like the Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, a state park situated on the very spot where the South Carolina colony was founded — and where you can visit a 22-acre zoo that showcases a variety of animals that inhabited our state back before it was a state. The impressive Angel Oak Tree, a 400-year-old live oak that has a circumference of over 25 feet and provides over 17,000 square feet of shade. Or the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, the site of some of the most important events in South Carolina’s history, where you can hear tales of patriots and pirates. And though it’s not technically a landmark, the 90 miles of coastline is a destination all its own. Then there are the museums. Oh-so-many
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Of course, you don’t have to visit an attraction to soak in the very “Charleston-ness” of Charleston. An accidental turn down a jasminescented secret alleyway, the discovery of a hidden garden, or a stroll past a row of rainbow-colored homes transports you to a different time, if not a different world altogether. But here’s another beautiful thing about Charleston. It honors the past but it’s not stuck there. Maybe that’s why major businesses like Volvo and Mercedes-Benz and Google have set up shop here. Why foodies flock to the city’s restaurants, for the dockside seafood every bit as much as for the James Beard Award-winners. (And the grits. Always the grits.) Why serious shoppers will not be disappointed. And why there are endless galleries and art festivals and music venues and theatre groups — and the state-of-the-art North Charleston Performing Arts Center, home to touring Broadway productions and chart-topping musical artists. It’s this magical mix of old and new, the past and the possibilities, the storied shores and the southern hospitality, that have helped Charleston earn its spot in the hearts of tourists, the souls of residents, the pages of magazines, and the lists of best cities. And as sure as the magnolia blooms come out every summer, we think you’ll love it here too.
TRY TO STAY HUMBLE, CHARLESTON #1 SMALL CITY
Condé Nast Traveler, 2011–2019 #1 CITY IN THE U.S.
Travel + Leisure, 2013–2019 #1 BEST CITY IN THE SOUTH
Southern Living, 2017–2020 #1 FRIENDLIEST CITY IN THE SOUTH
Southern Living, 2019 #1 MOST JOB OPPORTUNITIES
WalletHub, 2020 #7 BEST FOODIE CITIES IN THE U.S.A.
U.S. News & World Report, 2019 #10 TOP CITY IN THE WORLD
Travel + Leisure, 2018
HAVE YOU BEEN TO SUMMERVILLE?
It’s like a little slice of Charleston. Except it may have more azaleas. And it’s closer to Nexton. Enjoy quaint shops, great dining, farmers markets and outdoor adventure. Spend an hour taking a historic home walking tour. Tube down the East Edisto River. Find a treasure in one of the antique stores. And since Summerville is the birthplace of sweet tea, don’t leave without tipping back a cold glass.
BEACH CHEAT SHEET South Carolina has 90 miles of coastline. So whether you’re into shelling, surfing, sunset watching or sunbathing, you’ll find the perfect spot.
FOLLY BEACH
A surfer’s (or sheller’s) dream
SULLIVAN’S ISLAND BEACH
Serene shoreline
ISLE OF PALMS
KIAWAH ISLAND
EDISTO BEACH
Calm water for the kiddos
Sun, golf and sea turtle sightings
Perfectly pristine
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SIX WAYS TO STAY It’s awfully handy having neighborhood hotels for business, visitors and moving-to-Nexton families. 1. LOWCOUNTRY CONFERENCE CENTER
Metro Charleston’s largest and best-appointed conference center. 2. CAMBRIA HOTEL
Stylish and upscale, with thoughtful amenities and luxuries. 3. COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
Style meets hospitality at this 2020 Trip Advisor award-winner. 4. HILTON GARDEN INN
A getaway vibe with outdoor pool and made-to-order breakfast. 5. HOMEWOOD SUITES
Spacious, home away-fromhome suites with mini-kitchens. 6. RESIDENCE INN
Feels like home — pet-friendly, with kitchens and a fire pit.
AT N E XT O N, B U S I N E S S I S H E A LT H I E R T H A N E V E R. L I T E RA L LY.
link twice, it seems, and another business has decided to locate in Nexton. You might call it “healthy growth.” Especially when you consider that more and more businesses here are specializing in health and wellness. In other words, the doctor is in. And the dentist and physical therapist, too. Here’s a sample of Nexton’s good health promoting neighbors:
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Medical University of South Carolina, a 128-bed hospital and medical campus (coming soon) Palmetto Primary Care Physicians Charleston Surgery Center Atlas Physical Therapy Coastal Fertility Specialists Crescent Moon Orthodontics But healthcare is just one aspect of Nexton’s quickly filling commercial areas, including WorkPlace@Nexton and CoOp@Nexton. Ranging from small to highprofile, businesses like these contribute to Nexton’s diverse (and, yes, healthy) economy:
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Home Telecom Baker Automotive ATI Bayer Heritage Federal Credit Union Three Keys Yoga Refuel So how did such a relatively young community become metro Charleston’s next major employment hub? Think of it as a virtuous circle. Business wants to be where people are. People want to be where business is. From day one, Nexton was thoughtfully designed for both. Weaving together offices, homes, shops, schools, restaurants — and nature. As Nexton’s many businesses have discovered, the healthiest lunch hours don’t happen behind a desk. But at sidewalk cafés with a friend. On head-clearing walks. In the park, next to a pond, stretching upward in tree pose. Maybe best of all, they’re discovering that the healthiest commute is the one that happens on a bike … when your job and your home are in the same neighborhood.
WIRED FOR SUCCESS WHETHER YOU’RE WFH OR IRL, NAVIGATING ONLINE SCHOOL OR ’90s ROMCOMS, YOU WANT FAST INTERNET. REALLY FAST INTERNET.
Good news, tech-lovers (and aren’t we all?). You’ve come to the right place. Powered by GigaFi™, Nexton is South Carolina’s first gigabit community, supplying every home, apartment and office with a 100% fiber connection. And internet speeds 40 times faster than the U.S. average. Think hundreds of channels of content. Crisp, ultra high-def movies. Almost-like-you’rethere videoconferences. Seamless telemedicine. Crazy-fast cloud storage. And the latest in home automation, security and voice. Oh, and most of Nexton’s public spaces provide free wifi. So work — and series binging — can carry on, even at the park. GET THE GIGADETAILS AT
www.hometelecomgigafi.com FUN FACT: GigaFi is provided by Home Telecom, whose offices are located right here at Nexton. Thanks, neighbor.
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WAYS TO S PE N D YO UR L UN C H H O UR
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RUN ERRANDS: Get your tan on, grab a toy for Fluffy and get your bike tuned up.
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GRAB A BITE: Tacos, burgers, cheesesteaks, sushi? Check out the lunch specials at Nexton Square.
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GET FIT: Take a yoga class or go boxing just around the corner.
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CHECK EMAILS: Get some fresh air in the park while you work.
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TAKE A NAP: Head to the hammock garden for a relaxing snooze.
BRING YOUR SHORTIES. THEY’RE GOING TO LOVE IT HERE.
S TA R G A Z I N G IN THE HAMMOCK GARDEN
S P LA S H PA D!
FRONT PORCH P LAY D AT E S
F R I E N D LY NEIGHBORS ( I T TA K E S A V I L LA G E )
LOT S O F K I DS TO P LAY W I T H
S AT U R D AY T RA I L R I D E S
A F T E R- S C H O O L R O B OT I C S TEAM
B I K I N G TO THE ICE CREAM SHOP
NEVER STOP LEARNING
SUMMER C O N C E RT S
B E CA U S E L I F E N E V E R STOPS T EACHING
FIRST JOB AT N E XTO N S Q U A R E
R I P E TO M AT O E S AT T H E S C H O O L GARDEN
RUNNING THE COCOA C U P 5K D O U B L E-D E C K E R S’M O R E S B Y THE FIREPIT
TA K I N G M I LO TO T H E D O G PA R K
We’re born curious. And just get curiouser and curiouser. (Peaking, some might say, at age five with 92 questions a day.) But the truth is, no matter our age, the more we learn and engage with the world, the richer our lives become. That higher quality of life is why Nexton is so committed to lifelong learning, from preschool through adult education at our very own branch of Saint Leo University. PRESCHOOL Nexton KinderCare La Petite Academy of Summerville Tiny Tots Tech Preschool
K-12 (PUBLIC) Nexton Elementary Cane Bay Elementary Cane Bay Middle School Sangaree Middle School Westview Middle School Berkeley Preparatory Academy Cane Bay High School
K-12 (PRIVATE) Charis Academy Faith Christian School and Preschool Northwood Academy Pinewood Preparatory School Ridge Christian Academy Trinity Classical Academy of Summerville
BEING
When it comes right down
And yet, Nexton’s approach to
to it, sustainability is just
healthy and efficient living has
a fancy word for smart. It’s a way of thinking about how to make the future as bright as possible.
immediate and measurable benefits, too. For instance: over 2,000 of Nexton’s 5,000 acres are designated as woodlands, wetlands, parks and open space, which bodes well for native flora and fauna.
SMARTY HOMES
And a growing network of trails gives you ready access to these scenic areas and a daily invitation to get out and get a daily dose of nature (proven to lower blood pressure and boost your immune
Homes at Nexton feature the latest in energy-efficient technology, so you save money every month and help preserve our natural resources for future generations at the same time. Each home meets strict green-building standards in five categories:
system, btw). Speaking of nature, Nexton is home to thousands of mature trees. So many, in fact, that Nexton has its own full-time Town Forester, Mac Baughman. Of course, the long-term benefit is that the trees devour CO2. The immediate benefit is that these stately longleaf and loblolly pines add character to streetscapes and shade to Nexton’s many parks.
energy efficiency healthy indoor air quality resource efficiency environmental responsibility water conservation
Some of the things you might never think about are things we think a lot about. Like stormwater. Here in the Lowcountry it’s an important topic. Nexton is engineered to handle
THIS COMBINATION OF ORGANIC
100-year flood events. But we look at water as
WATERFLOW AND NATIVE VEGETATION
more than something to manage. Our ponds
PROVIDES HABITAT FOR WILDLIFE. AGAIN,
and waterways are designed to add beauty to the community. And our landscaping, already resplendent with trees, is cultivated with native
To ensure these standards are met, Nexton’s builders certify their homes using various thirdparty inspection programs.
CREATING MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND NATURE.
plants to promote a healthy ecosystem. This
homes. They are eco-friendly, meeting strict
combination of organic waterflow and native
energy-efficiency and green-building standards.
vegetation provides habitat for wildlife. Again,
(See Smarty Homes.) GigaFi™ technology brings
creating meaningful connections between
ridiculously high-speed internet to Nexton
people and nature. See? Smart. And we’re just
homes and businesses. Built into this technology
getting started.
is the ability to optimize energy and water
Nexton is, by design, more than a stunning mix of homes in a beautiful setting. It’s a thriving business district that lets residents get to work,
consumption. That’s layering benefit on top of benefit. Finally, our street lights. They’re illuminated
school and dinner at their favorite restaurant
by energy-efficient LED lamps and capped to
without getting in a car. Keeping it local means
reduce light pollution. Because it’s nice to look
keeping traffic off the road and reducing
up and see the stars at night, knowing you’re
pollution. It also means a healthier lifestyle.
doing all you can to brighten the future on our
And the homes in Nexton are no ordinary
SO WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR YOU?
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MO R E E N E RG Y- E F F IC IE N T TH A N A TYPICA L H O ME
2.1K
G A L LO N S O F WATE R S AV E D A N N UA L LY
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own little planet.
MEET MAC, THE TOWN FORESTER MAC K N OWS T HE T REES ARO UN D HERE LIK E O LD FRIEN DS. BECAUS E HE PLAN T E D MO S T O F TH E M.
Before Nexton was … well, Nexton … it was a tree farm. For over 100 years the land was managed by a team of foresters, growing and re-growing loblolly and longleaf pines to meet South Carolina’s pulp, timber and paper mill needs. Forest management continues today but for a different purpose, to create healthy habitat for both human and wildlife populations. In fact, second-generation forester Mac Baughman continues to do for Nexton what he did for the Lowcountry’s pine populations over the past few
decades – carefully balancing the needs of nature with the needs of humans. His work trimming, thinning and maintaining the trees helps them grow tall and strong enough to resist heavy winds, with healthy water-absorbing root systems, and full crowns that provide just the right amount of shade while letting sunlight reach the forest floor so native plants can grow and wildlife can thrive. With 1,000 acres of woods and wetlands within Nexton, preserved in perpetuity, Mac has a big job to do. And it keeps on growing.
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THE NE X TON L IFE This is a place that brings people together. In the parks, on the trails, at the pools … and at community events organized by our full-time Lifestyle Director.
SOUNDS ON THE SQUARE BARK-TOBER FEST OYSTER ROAST COCOA CUP 5K HOLIDAY PART Y SCHOOL’S OUT FOR THE SUMMER PART Y 4TH OF JULY GOLF CART PARADE COMMIT TO BE FIT FRIDAY NIGHT FOOD & FIRE CHALK WALK SPRING SCAVENGER HUNT VIRTUAL TRIVIA NIGHT NAILED IT DIY WORKSHOP
25
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
WHAT DO YOUR DUES DO? Your moderate investment gives you perks aplenty.
MIDTOWN SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
BRIGHTON PARK VILLAGE TOWNHOMES
DEL WEBB NEXTON
$56.58/MONTH
$56.58/MONTH
$28.29/MONTH
PA I D B I-A N N UA L LY
PA I D B I-A N N UA L LY
PAYS FOR:
PLUS UP TO $190/MONTH REGIME FEE
MASTER ASSOCIATION FEE PA I D B I-A N N UA L LY
+ Brighton Park Swim Club + Midtown Club (coming soon) + Lifestyle Director & community events + Upkeep of the trails, parks, and landscaping
PAYS FOR: + Same as Midtown Single-Family Homes + PLUS townhome exterior maintenance, landscaping upkeep and building insurance
+ Playgrounds + Brighton Park dog park
$245.00/M ONTH SUB-ASSOCIATION FEE
PAYS FOR: + Same as Midtown Single-Family Homes + PLUS private Del Webb clubhouse amenities, Lifestyle Director and lawn maintenance
CENTEX AT NORTH CREEK VILLAGE
TRUE HOMES AT NORTH CREEK VILLAGE
$7.01/MONT H
$7.01/MONTH
MASTER ASSOCIATION FEE PA I D A N N UA L LY
MASTER ASSOCIATION FEE PA I D A N N UA L LY
$102.67/MONTH
$50.00/MONTH
SUB-ASSOCIATION FEE
SUB-ASSOCIATION FEE
PAYS FOR:
PAYS FOR:
+ High-speed internet and cable TV
+ Community pool
+ Community pool
+ Clubhouse
+ Soccer field
+ Common area maintenance
+ Basketball court + Playground
HOW THE BEAT GOES ON A comment we hear a lot is that Nexton seems to get more beautiful, fun and life-enriching every year. That’s not by accident. Built into the plan for Nexton is a set of funding programs that allow Nexton to invest in itself, adding parks, events and other good stuff as the community matures. One of these programs, the Nexton Improvement District, simply replaces a city property tax. And a long list of recreational facilities, neighborhood festivals, fitness classes and other benefits is supported by residents through the Nexton Property Owners Association and a community enhancement fund. So as wonderful as life in Nexton is now, it’s only getting better. GET THE DETAILS AT |
www.nexton.com/livenexton
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YOU’RE INVITED At Newland, we’ve been creating award-winning neighborhoods for 50 years. Part of our success comes from never losing sight of the people who live in our communities. We offer ways for them to connect with nature and each other — whether that’s through an invigorating hike, a neighborhood wine tasting or live music under the stars. After all, we believe it’s our responsibility to create enduring, healthy places where people can live life in the ways that matter most to them.
A SIPPABLE ODE TO SUMMER
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According to legend, sweet tea originated right here in the Lowcountry. So it only makes sense that this would also be the birthplace of sweet tea vodka. Firefly Spirits, a renowned boutique distillery just down the road in North Charleston, is the inventor and purveyor of sweet tea’s spirited cousin as well as a number of other Lowcountry-inspired adult beverages. And among their cocktail recipes, we found an intriguing little concoction called The McFly. But you can think of it as liquid sunshine.
Nexton Pkwy Exit 197B
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THE McFLY
1.5 parts Firefly Original Sweet Tea Vodka
FOLLY BEACH
1/2 part Irish whisky 2 parts lemonade Combine all ingredients over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a lemon wedge. Pairs well with warm afternoons, flip-flops and porch swings.
START YOUR TOUR AT
Nexton Info Cottage* 116 Clearblue Loop Summerville, SC 29486 843.900.3200 *A small cottage with a big story to tell.
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Newland is the largest private developer of mixed-use communities in the United States. With our partner, North America Sekisui House, LLC, we believe it is our responsibility to create enduring, healthier communities for people to live life in ways that matter most to them. newlandco.com | nashcommunities.com NASH Nexton, LLC (“Owner”) is the owner of the Nexton community. This is not an offering of real estate in any jurisdiction where prior qualification is required unless Nexton has been so qualified or an extension is available. Homes at Nexton are built and sold by Builders unaffiliated with Owner or Newland Real Estate Group, LLC (“Newland”). Owner and Newland do not warrant or guarantee obligations of Builders. Owner is responsible only for development of certain infrastructure, which is complete and such obligations run solely to persons buying property from Owner. Copyright ©2021 NASH Nexton, LLC. All Rights Reserved. No reproductions, distribution, or unauthorized transmission of any portion is permitted without written permission of NASH Nexton, LLC. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY. WARNING: THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF REAL ESTATE HAS NOT INSPECTED, EXAMINED, OR QUALIFIED THIS OFFERING. The information herein is not an offering for sale of homes in the Community, nor a solicitation to residents of New York State or residents of any other jurisdictions where prior registration of out-of-state real estate offerings are required unless the Community in question has been so qualified or an applicable exemption is available. (3/21)