How large is the town of Aiken?  The town has a population of 28,000 with approximately 125,000 people living in Aiken County.  We are within a 30 minute drive to Augusta, which is the second largest city in the state of Georgia.

What are some of the unique features of the community?  The town has received national recognition for being an all American community.  It has a broad base of diversified activities.  Even though it is small, a variety of cultural events are continuously  available.  The University of South Carolina has an extension campus  and offers many outstanding activities, including the Academy of Lifetime Learning for seniors over fifty.   It  is also  considered on of the prime equine areas in the country and is one of the top polo communities in the nation.

Where is the closest airport?  Columbia has a major regional airport, which is an hour drive from Aiken.  The Atlanta International Airport is a three hour drive.

Where is Woodside Plantation located?  It is within the town limits of Aiken.  As a result, Woodside has city water, sewer, fire protection and city police.  A major shopping center and grocery store is just outside the east gate.

What medical facilities are available in Aiken?  Aiken hosts one of the finest hospitals in the southeast.  In addition to many specialized facilities including a cardiovascular institute, a cancer care institute and a women's life care center, Aiken Regional offers to the 50+  population a senior wellness program.  In Augusta there are additional five major hospitals and the University of Georgia medical school.

What is the tax situation in Aiken?  South Carolina has one of the lowest tax bases for retirees in the country.  The state does not tax social security, private pension payments, IRA distributions
or investment income.  Property taxes run approximately 1.1% of market value.  There is a homested exemption of $50,000 on the value of the property for people over sixty-five.

What are some of the unusual features about Woodside Plantation?  The community has been under development for 20 years and currently has approximately 1600 homes within the community.  It is a private gated community with its own 24 hour security program.

What are some of the amenities in Woodside?  It has extensive walking and jogging trails throughout the community.  There are five view amenity lakes that offer fishing, a community garden center, and six parks and natural preserves.  Approximately 18% of the community is devoted to common area space.   There are two separate private country clubs that offer golf, tennis, swimming, and dining - as well as other social activities.

Tell me about the golf and tennis facilities.  Woodside has two separate private country clubs within its gates.  Woodside Country Club is the oldest with two 18 hole golf clubs, extensive tennis facilities and a large club house and pool.  The Reserve Club, which opened in 2002 also has tennis, pool and club facilities, as well as  an 18 hole Jack Nicklaus golf course which  was recently rated by Golf Digest as the 11th best golf course in South Carolina.  In addition, The Reserve Club is now building a second golf course, designed by Fuzzy Zoeller.

What is the cost of the home sites?  Home sites range in price from $40,000-$200,000, depending on the view and location.  Wooded home sites are priced from $40,000-$85,000.  Golf course lots range from $85,000-$185,000.  The size of the home sites are typically 1/3 to 1/2 acre.  There is no time limit as to when you have to build on your lot.

What are the prices for new homes?  We offer a portfolio of 12 - 20 house plans ranging in size from 1600 sq.ft. - 3100 sq.ft.   These houses are one story designs  and are typically all brick.  The prices for the basic packages range from $195,000-$359,000 before upgrades (the price does not include the cost of the home site ).  In addition, we have two custom home builders that offer homes in the area.

How long does it take to build a home?  Actual construction of a home can vary from 6-10 months, depending on the size and complexity of the home.  Additional time must be provided for pre-planning and approvals.

The above represents some of the questions most of our customers have regarding our community.  For further information about Aiken and Woodside, I recommend that you visit these fine web sites: 

www.aiken.net	www.thredcountryorg/visitaiken.net
www.usca.edu	www.aikencommunityplayhouse.com
www.aikenregional.com	www.aikencenterforhearts.org

 

"After living and selling real estate for 26 years on Hilton Head Island, I have moved to Woodside in Aiken, South Carolina. Call me and I will tell you why!" - Wally Busch 803-640-7978 Contact Wally   Wally Busch - Woodside Plantation - 1419 Silver Bluff Rd.- Aiken, SC 29803 wally@wallybusch.com