Downtown Greenville
Young professionals, empty nesters, some short-term renters
Downtown Greenville is the heart of the city’s renaissance. Walkable blocks are lined with boutiques, restaurants, and public art. The Falls Park area around the Reedy River draws locals and tourists alike, and the Swamp Rabbit Trail connects downtown to the rest of the region. Most housing options are condos and townhomes, with some newer mixed-use developments along the edges. Main Street in Downtown is often cited as one of the most beautiful, historic main streets in the entire country.
Zoned Schools:
-Elementary: Stone Academy
-Middle: League Academy
-High: Greenville High Academy
Median Home Price: ~$475K (mostly condos/townhomes)
Similar Neighborhoods:
- West End Village
- North Main
- Augusta Road
Augusta Road Neighborhood
Established families, professionals, Furman and USC-Upstate faculty
This is one of Greenville’s most stable and beloved residential areas. Tree-lined streets and older homes give it a traditional vibe. You’ll find a mix of renovated bungalows, mid-century homes, and custom infill. The neighborhood has a small commercial district with cafes, bakeries, and boutiques. It’s close to downtown but feels quieter and more residential, with enough shops so you don't get the suburban malaise.
Zoned Schools:
-Elementary: Stone Academy
-Middle: Hughes Academy
-High: Greenville High Academy
Median Home Price: ~$650K
Similar Neighborhoods:
- North Main
- Eastside
- Overbrook
North Main Neighborhood
Professionals, creative types, older residents
North Main runs along the ridge just north of downtown. It’s known for its large older homes and beautiful winding roads. It also has a strong neighborhood association, so the community vibe is strong. Residents host porch parties, yard sales, and block events. Walkability isn’t as high as downtown, but you’re still minutes away by bike or car.
Zoned Schools:
-Elementary: Summit Drive Elementary
-Middle: League Academy
-High: Greenville High Academy
Median Home Price: ~$575K
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Augusta Road
- Overbrook
- Sans Souci
Overbrook Historic Neighborhood
Young families, creatives, renovators
Overbrook is one of the city’s older neighborhoods and is in the middle of a quiet comeback. Small bungalows and postwar cottages are being updated by homeowners and flippers. It’s close to downtown, and parts of the Swamp Rabbit Trail run nearby. The vibe is more relaxed than North Main or Augusta Road.
Zoned Schools:
-Elementary: East North Street Academy
-Greenville Middle Academy
-Wade Hampton High
Median Home Price: ~$425K
Similar Neighborhoods:
- North Main
- West Greenville
- Nicholtown
West Greenville Neighborhood
Artists, young professionals, longtime residents
This neighborhood has changed a lot in recent years. Once overlooked, it’s now a center for the arts, thanks in part to the Village of West Greenville, a cluster of studios, galleries, and maker spaces. You’ll see new builds mixed in with older mill houses. The energy here is more experimental and edgy, but the area is still figuring out how to balance growth with affordability.
Zoned Schools:
-Elementary: Hollis Academy
-Middle: Berea Middle
-High: Carolina High
Median Home Price: ~$375K
Similar Neighborhoods:
- Overbrook
- Sans Souci
- Nicholtown
Nicholtown Neighborhood
Longtime residents, new young buyers, renters
Nicholtown is a historically Black neighborhood southeast of downtown. It’s in transition, with new development and rising home prices. The community has worked to preserve its identity and legacy while adapting to change. The Juanita Butler Community Center and proximity to the Swamp Rabbit Trail are anchors for residents.
Zoned Schools:
-Elementary: East North Street Academy
-Middle: Sterling School
-High: Greenville High
Median Home Price: ~$325K
Similar Neighborhoods:
- West Greenville
- Overbrook
- Poe Mill