Charleston AFB, SC - Nearby Cities

Hanahan, SC
Hanahan has a population of 13,000 people and is home to the Naval Weapons Station Charleston, which was formerly a submarine base, and the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston as well as the Navy's Nuclear Power School. Located just 8 miles from the Charleston Air Force Base, the town is mostly a residential community which offers military personnel and their families a prime place to live if they are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $150,000 for 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Homes for rent and apartments are also available in the area starting at a monthly rate of $395 for a one bedroom, 1 bath unit. Local hotel accommodations offer temporary lodging for rates starting at $142 a night. The Residence Inn Charleston and the Country Inn and Suites offer free high-speed internet and business facilities, complimentary breakfast, and on-site swimming pools for visitors.

Local attractions include the Whirlin' Waters Water Park in North Charleston which offers three family waterparks. Each waterpark caters to a different age group, providing toddlers with their own water playground while the rest of the family takes in the thrill rides. Prices are moderate and the facilities include a snack bar and innertube rentals. Another fun excursion is touring the many plantation homes in the area. The Magnolia Plantation and Drayton Hall are two that offer turn-of-the-century homes and amazing gardens, taking visitors back in time to another historical era.

Charleston, SC
Charleston is the second largest city in the state of South Carolina with a population of 112,000 people. The city is rich in history and one was one of the original thirteen colonies. The Charleston Harbor lies between Charleston and the Atlantic Ocean. Located just 9 miles from the Charleston Air Force Base, the city was named "the best-mannered" city in the United States by etiquette expert, Marjabelle Young Steward. Charleston was the first communities to establish Livability Court to make sure residents were complying with the guidelines for keeping the city a comfortable place to live.

Homes for sale in the area start at $165,000 for 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Homes for rent and apartments are also available in the area starting at a monthly rate of $535 for a one bedroom, 1 bath unit. Local hotel accommodations offer temporary lodging for rates starting at $186 a night. The Market Pavilion Hotel and the Embassy Suites offer free high-speed internet and business facilities, complimentary breakfast, and on-site swimming pools for visitors.

Local attractions include Adventure Harbor Tours which offers boat tours, private boat charters, sunset cruises and more.

Ladson, SC
Ladson is a city of 13,000 people that offers a small-town environment for those looking for a change of pace from the big city. Located just 9 miles from the Charleston Air Force Base, Ladson offers a peaceful, laid-back community spread over 8 square miles of land. With its proximity to larger cities such as Charleston, it offers residents a quiet place to live while still being just a short drive from many shopping, dining, and entertainment venues.

Homes for sale in the area start at $160,000 for 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Homes for rent and apartments are also available in the area starting at a monthly rate of $610 for a one bedroom, 1 bath unit. Local hotel accommodations offer temporary lodging for rates starting at $85 a night. The Best Western Magnolia Inn and Suites, and the Days Inn offer free high-speed internet and business facilities, complimentary breakfast, and on-site swimming pools for visitors.

Local attractions include the Coastal Carolina Flea Market which offers over 800 inside vendors representing many local stores and offering both used and new items at discount prices. It is considered the largest flea market in the Lowcountry area. The Music in Motion Family Fun Center is fun for all ages. It offers go carts, a skating rink, arcade, merry-go-round and a concession stand. Local waterparks also offer three levels of play for family members of all ages.