This anachronistic stone castle, called the Gassaway Mansion is one of Greenville’s most astonishing buildings. This building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and strangely blends several architectural styles. It was built between 1920 and 1924 by Walter and Minnie Gassaway for $ 790,000 and was composed in part of stones gathered in 1919 from the old Vardy McBee grits mill. The grits mill was located in downtown Greenville along the Reedy River and dates back to 1776. Additional stones were brought in and were treated to match. Prominent interior features of the mansion include 22,000 square feet, 5 floors, and 40 rooms, a grand, sweeping mahogany staircase, Waterford crystal chandeliers, rich cherry woodwork, wood paneling and flooring from New York, tiles from I... 02/03/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 1/31/09.  Terra Pines subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $267,633 Average Days on Market 46 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $110 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 02/02/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 1/31/09.  Ashwicke subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $287,675 Average Days on Market 28 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $103 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 02/01/2009

Downtown Greenville's Main Street trees will be undergoing a renovation. The city has determined that the Main Street trees need some attention. Some are growing into the sidewalks, some have mistletoe invasions, some need a hair cut, while a few need to be taken out and replaced with more appropriate species. The goal of the city is to maintain the canopy and surrounding landscape of Main Street for years to come while preserving the aesthetics of the area. The trees will be taken care of and replaced utilizing the most current urban tree planting technology available. The focus will be to increase the tree's growing space, improve the soil conditions and remove the sidewalk trip hazards. The work will progress in two phases and access to businesses will not be affected. The tree care ... 01/29/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08.  Sugar Mill subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $340,600 Average Days on Market 49 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $110 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/28/2009

   German automotive firm to create 250 jobs in Greenville Greenville will become North American headquarters for redi-Group North America LLC, which expects to create 250 jobs over the next five years, the S.C. Department of Commerce and the Greenville Area Development Corp. has announced.     Written by Marci Toliver Marci Toliver is a home staging consultant, providing home staging services to Greenville, Spartanburg & Anderson, SC. areas, assisting you in effectively showcasing your property by utilizing proven home staging techniques.  Ms. Toliver is also the S.C. Chapter President of Real Estate Staging Association, commonly known as RESA.  Marci offers home staging services to homeowners and Realtors® in  the Upstate area .             Please call Marci at 864.275.2112 to schedul... 01/28/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08.  Stratton Place subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $275,000 Average Days on Market 20 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $104 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/28/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08. River Oaks subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $369,000 Average Days on Market 70 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $114 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/27/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08. Lismore Park subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $199,332 Average Days on Market 127 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $83 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/25/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 1/22/09. Ashwicke subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $287,675 Average Days on Market 28 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $103 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/24/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08. Ascot subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $291,416 Average Days on Market 55 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $92 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision in the Greenville, SC area. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional realtor. We know the real estate market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/22/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08. Carisbrooke subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $403,377 Average Days on Market 59 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $118 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate you need to call a professional. We know the market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/22/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08. Foxcroft subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $285,500 Average Days on Market 27 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $93 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate you need to call a professional. We know the market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/20/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08. Melrose subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $238,000 Average Days on Market 16 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $79 Please feel free to contact us for further information about the market or your subdivision. This is only a snapshot of the subdivision. When its time to buy or sell real estate you need to call a professional. We know the market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/20/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/99 to 1/18/09.Cumilative Silverleaf subdivision market data. Silverleaf is located in the Greenville, SC area. Average Sold Price $237,439 Average Days on Market 88 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $89 When its time to buy or sell real estate in Greenville, SC you need to call a professional. We know the market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/19/2009

This information is deemed accurate from 1/1/08 to 12/31/08.Carlyle Point subdivision market data.  Average Sold Price $238,000 Average Days on Market 16 Average dollar per total finished square foot:  $79 When its time to buy or sell real estate you need to call a professional. We know the market!! Call Dave Edwards at (864) 275-7250. Email: daveedwards@kw.com We are realtors with the best real estate company in Greenville-Keller Williams Realty 01/16/2009

Safety tips for FSBO's: • For your own safety, never set an appointment with anyone to see your home unless they have given you their name and number and you have called back to verify that number. An easy way to do this is to say. "Let me check with my husband/wife/daytimer for the best time and I will call you back." • Never let potential buyers know your schedule. Don't ever tell them when you won't be at home, when your spouse won't be home, when you pick up the kids, when you work, when you will be on vacation, etc. • Never give a caller information about your home's security such as deadlock bolts, security systems, and so forth. • Always have a back-up plan when you allow strangers into your home, especially if you have children. Have a neighbor look out for you until the lookers... 01/14/2009

2008 has come to a close and it's time to take a quick look back. I have created the following charts to give you an overview of the Greenville market from 2003 to 2008. You might be surprised at what you see!   Here is the average sold price chart. Potential sellers, now is the time to get your home sold because we have knowledge of the current market. View our commission structure that benefits you, the seller!   Which year has a higher sold average for days on market then 2008? Take a pick and see if you are right.   How many units sold in 2008? Was it 7,174; 10,388; or 8,021?   Be careful who you choose to represent you. There is a difference!   Referrals are greatly appreciated and may you have a great week!! 01/14/2009

The Dave Edwards Global Team With You Wherever You Go  Selling your home is a major event. It is imperative that you select a professional real estate consultant who knows and understands the market, who has the skills and abilities to get your home sold (not listed), and has the proper resources to market your home.  If you decide you want to use a realtor then here are some questions to ask:  1. Do you do a TMO? We view this as being essential to getting our client's home sold.  2. What is the absorption rate for my price range?   3. How do you notify my neighbors that my property is for sale? We send out a minimum of             100 postcards to your nearest neighbors. Why? Because many times your neighbors             know someone who wants to move to your neighborhood which can pr... 01/12/2009

If you like college baseball, you may be able to sample the ACC tournament in downtown Greenville at Fluor Field - 2011 through 2013.  Those dates are up for grabs and the competition is fierce between Greenville, Myrtle Beach, Jacksonville, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem.  Jacksonville has long hosted the tournament, but the next two years will see it in Raleigh and Boston (Fenway Park) respectively.  Look for more on the decision in May. Fluor Field has flourished since it opened in 2006 in downtown Greenville SC. It copies Fenway Park in Boston. It has a "Green Monster" which is a 30 foot high wall in left field with a manual scoreboard. The dimensions of the field are the same as Fenway Park's dimensions including "Pesky's Pole" in right field. In both 2006 & 2007 the field set Green... 01/12/2009