Do you dream of rural living, or what we call in the South “living in the country.” You’re not alone. From our perspective, many people are fleeing the cities and suburbs with intentions of living, working and recreating in an area where the population is low and the lifestyle is slow. Tiring of traffic, commuting, crowds, materialism and the busy lifestyle of the city, they are on the internet and on the phone looking for rural homes and lots for sale. Whether you are moving from another state or just moving outside your current city limits, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina are popular states for people looking for rural homes and lots for sale. Many of the people eyeing these three states are coming from Florida or colder northern states like Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. We can’t blame them; Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina offer temperate climate, beautiful scenery, coastline, mountains, low tax rate, strong economic climates and more. If you’re shopping for rural homes and lots for sale, don’t delay your search as there are many searching right alongside you.
Considerations on Homes and Lots for Sale
Rural living offers an opportunity for a quieter life. Since activities and distractions are farther from home, many people in rural settings have more time to pursue self-sustaining habits and outdoor recreation. Before shopping for land, take time to consider how you would like to fill your extra hours and how far away from town you’re willing to live. This will help your agent hone in on the best rural houses and lots for sale.
