Upstate - South Carolina Mountain Communities and Homes

If you are looking for peace and tranquility when choosing where to retire, the mountains might just be the place for you! When you live near the mountains, you enjoy the natural wonder of the landscape including: clear starry night skies, the sounds and stillness of nature, and of course all of the hiking one could ask for. Whether you take advantage of the mountainous sports such as skiing or canoeing, or rather relax in solitude, the mountains are the perfect place to retire. Retirenet.com offers a wide range of mountain communities from The Appalachian’s to The Sierra Nevada’s and everything in between. Once you have decided where you want to retire, come check out our premium 55 plus communities nestled in the heart of the mountains. Retirenet.com has listings varying from the more affordable, all the way to the most luxurious mountain retirement communities. Explore our beautiful mountain listings below and happy home hunting!

The Upstate Region of South Carolina is a thriving region located between the two major metropolitan areas of Atlanta and Charlotte. The region is characterized by numerous small towns set in the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which rise on the northern border of the state. But the Upstate also has its own urban areas, and a fast-growing industrial base centered around the twin cities of Greenville and Spartanburg.

Greenville is the largest city and the focal point of industry and finance; but prides itself on being a refined and gracious Southern city with a thriving downtown. Spartanburg and Anderson are other cities in the region. Near Anderson is the small town of Clemson, home of Clemson University.

The area also has become a shopping mecca, and the highways are dotted with outlet stores and malls. Farther off the beaten track, hiking, cycling, and boating are favorite activities.