Charleston County vs. Dorchester County — The Tax Gap
Del Webb Nexton buyers pay Dorchester County taxes at approximately 0.67% effective rate. Del Webb Point Hope buyers pay Charleston County taxes at approximately 0.50%. On equivalent home values, Charleston County saves approximately $935/year on a $550K home — money that stays in your account every year without any action required beyond filing the legal residence application once at closing.
| Home Value | Point Hope (Charleston Co.) | Nexton (Dorchester Co.) | Annual Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $450,000 | ~$188/mo (~$2,250/yr) | ~$251/mo (~$3,015/yr) | ~$765/yr |
| $550,000 | ~$229/mo (~$2,750/yr) | ~$307/mo (~$3,685/yr) | ~$935/yr |
| $650,000 | ~$271/mo (~$3,250/yr) | ~$363/mo (~$4,355/yr) | ~$1,105/yr |
65+ buyers add the SC senior homestead exemption: first $50,000 FMV exempt, one-time filing with the Charleston County Auditor. The exemption reduces both figures by approximately $250/year — the Charleston County advantage is unchanged.
HOA Estimate — Based on Comparable Del Webb Communities
Del Webb has not published official Point Hope HOA figures as of early 2026. Based on the comparable Del Webb GenYou communities, expect HOA in the range of $250–$320/month depending on the amenity build-out scope. The 24,000 sq ft planned clubhouse suggests a premium amenity offering — closer to $280–$320/month is a reasonable planning estimate. Confirm with Del Webb sales directly at time of contract. Individual lot lawn care is owner responsibility at all Del Webb communities — budget ~$100/month separately.
Monthly Carrying Cost — $550K Home, 65+ Buyer (Estimate)
| Item | Monthly | Annual | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOA (estimated) | ~$280–320 | ~$3,360–3,840 | Verify with Del Webb at time of contract |
| Property tax (Charleston ~0.50%, homestead) | ~$208 | ~$2,500 | 65+, first $50K FMV exempt |
| Homeowners insurance | ~$175 | ~$2,100 | New construction rates |
| Lawn care (owner responsibility) | ~$100 | ~$1,200 | Same as all Del Webb communities |
| Total monthly (estimate) | ~$763–803 | ~$9,160–9,640 | Pre-mortgage |
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