Whether you're relocating across the country or simply considering a move within South Carolina, the Upstate offers a little something for everyone. From charming small towns and award-winning schools to mountain adventures and thriving job opportunities, it's easy to see why so many people are choosing to call this area home.
🌄 Why the Upstate?
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Upstate enjoys four beautiful seasons, mild winters, and easy access to hiking, waterfalls, lakes, and countless outdoor activities.
🏡 Explore Our Small Towns
Each community has its own personality and charm.
- Boiling Springs – Growing community with shopping, parks, and convenient access to Spartanburg.
- Inman – Historic downtown, Lake Bowen, local festivals, and a welcoming small-town feel.
- Campobello – Peaceful countryside, larger lots, horse properties, and mountain views.
- Duncan – Ideally located between Greenville and Spartanburg with quick access to I-85.
- Lyman – Historic charm, River Place Park, and a growing residential community.
- Greer- Charming historic downtown, Greer City Park and amphitheater, popular restaurants and local boutiques
- Greenville- Nationally recognized downtown, award-winning restaurants and shopping
Visit the official community websites to learn more:
🎓 Great Schools
The Upstate is home to several highly regarded public school districts serving these communities.
Learn more or search schools:
- South Carolina Department of Education – https://ed.sc.gov
- Spartanburg County Schools- K-12 | Spartanburg County, SC
- Greenville County Schools – https://www.greenville.k12.sc.us
- The area also features many private and charter school options
- The Spartanburg/Greenville area is home to 11 colleges and universities including University of South Carolina Upstate, Wofford College, Bob Jones University, Spartanburg Methodist College, North Greenville University, Spartanburg Community College, Greenville Technical College, Converse University, Furman University, Sherman Chiropractic College and the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Other nearby colleges and universities include Clemson University, Presbyterian College and Lander University
💼 A Thriving Economy
The Upstate continues to experience impressive economic growth with major employers including BMW, Michelin, GE Vernova, Milliken, and many advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology companies. The region continues to attract new investment and new jobs each year, making it one of the fastest-growing areas in the Southeast.
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🩺 Excellent Healthcare
Residents enjoy access to nationally recognized healthcare systems, including:
- Spartanburg Medical Center
- Spartanburg Medical Center – Mary Black Campus
- Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
- Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital
- Prisma Health Patewood Hospital
- Bon Secours St. Francis Health System
🚴 Recreation & Weekend Adventures
Whether you love the outdoors or enjoy exploring vibrant downtowns, there's always something to do.
Favorites include:
- Blue Ridge Mountains
- Many recreational lakes including Lake Bowen, Lake Cooley, Lake Blalock and Lake Robinson
- Other larger nearby lakes include Lake Keowee, Lake Hartwell and Lake Jocassee
- Croft State Park
- Cowpens National Battlefield
- The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail
- Falls Park on the Reedy
- Downtown Greenville
- Downtown Spartanburg
- Spartanburg Children's Museum
- Greenville Children's Museum
- Spartanburg County Public Library Planetarium
- Greenville County Parks & Recreation
- Spartanburg and Greenville both boast minor league baseball teams; Hub City Spartanburgers (yes, our mascot is a hamburger!) and the Greenville Drive!
🌳 Outdoor Recreation
There are so many great things to love about the Upstate. This is just a start of what we love about living here! We'd love to help you learn more about the community that best fits your lifestyle. Whether you're looking for walkable downtown living, acreage, lake property, or a family-friendly neighborhood, we are here to answer your questions and make your move as smooth as possible.