Question 1

How much does a custom home cost in Charleston, SC?

Accepted Answer

Custom home construction in Charleston currently runs $300–$600+ per square foot of finished space, depending on finish level, structural complexity, and site conditions. A 3,000 sq ft home at $400/sq ft is $1.2M in construction cost — before land, design fees, and site work. Coastal requirements and permitting add significant cost on barrier island properties.

Question 2

How much does a custom home cost in Charlotte, NC?

Accepted Answer

For a well-built custom home in Charlotte, expect construction costs of $275–$450 per square foot depending on finish level and site conditions. A 4,000 sq ft home at $375/sq ft is $1.5M in construction. Add land, soft costs, and carrying costs for a realistic all-in budget of $1.8M–$2.8M in desirable corridors like Myers Park, Lake Norman, or Ballantyne.

Question 3

How long does it take to build a custom home in Charleston?

Accepted Answer

A realistic timeline from contract execution to move-in is 14–22 months in Charleston. Permitting alone takes 2–4 months. Projects in HOA communities like Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, or Daniel Island add ARB review time on top of standard permitting.

Question 4

Do you handle permitting and HOA/ARB approvals?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We handle all permitting, HOA coordination, and ARB submissions for every project. We have navigated the ARB processes for Kiawah Island, Daniel Island, Seabrook Island, and Wild Dunes many times. In Charlotte, we handle Mecklenburg, Union, and Iredell county permitting.

Question 5

What warranty do you offer on custom homes?

Accepted Answer

Every Harborview project comes with a 7-year craftsmanship warranty. We stand behind our work because we rarely receive warranty callbacks — our build quality speaks for itself.

Question 6

Do you build on Kiawah Island and other barrier islands?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We have built custom homes on Kiawah Island, Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, Seabrook Island, and Daniel Island for over 30 years. We know the ARB processes, coastal engineering requirements, flood zone compliance, and material specifications for each community.

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