News Summary
Hattie’s Crossing, a new housing development featuring 12 homes in Cayce, SC, is nearly complete and scheduled for finalization this fall. Named in honor of Hattie Derrenbacher, who started the town’s first school, the project honors the area’s educational history. Each home includes three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and prices range from $379,000 to $399,000. Local reactions have been mixed, highlighting concerns over preserving Cayce’s character amidst growth.
Cayce, SC
The new housing project, Hattie’s Crossing, a development of 12 homes in Cayce, South Carolina, is nearing completion and is expected to be finalized this fall. This initiative is located on a 2-acre plot that was once home to the Cayce Grammar School, which was in operation until its closure in 1976.
Naming the project after Hattie Derrenbacher, who established Cayce’s first school in her own residence in 1918, the development aims to pay homage to the town’s educational history. Each of the homes within Hattie’s Crossing will consist of three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, catering to families and individuals looking for a comfortable living space.
The pricing for these homes ranges from $379,000 to $399,000, as indicated in a recent press release from the developers. Each home will occupy approximately 6,000 square feet of land and will have living spaces ranging from 1,400 to 1,600 square feet. Future residents can look forward to individual yards and welcoming front porches designed to foster a sense of community.
Community Benefits and Development Details
In terms of layout, Hattie’s Crossing includes six homes facing Poplar Street and six homes facing Lexington Avenue, with an alleyway ensuring access and parking. This configuration is intended to enhance the neighborhood feel, allowing residents to engage with one another easily.
The development site is bound by well-known streets in one of Cayce’s most favored neighborhoods, specifically along Lexington Avenue, Eighth, Poplar, and Third Streets. The project received city approval after a prolonged period of careful deliberation, taking nearly six years to finalize the necessary approvals.
Growth Amid Community Concerns
For years, the city of Cayce had been reluctant to approve infill developments as part of a strategy to preserve its small-town charm. However, the necessity of new housing projects, coupled with feedback from city council members, led to a change in policy. This viewpoint emphasized that new constructions could contribute significantly to expanding the city’s tax base and enhancing public services, thereby improving the overall quality of life for residents.
The land upon which Hattie’s Crossing sits was initially acquired by the city in 2017, with the remainder purchased in 2018 by local developers, specifically Cypress Commercial & Investment Real Estate. The entire project represents a broader wave of residential initiatives across Cayce aimed at reshaping the community to better meet local housing demands.
Local Reaction to Development
The response to Hattie’s Crossing from the community has been mixed. Some residents have voiced concerns about the potential loss of Cayce’s character in the face of growth, indicating a strong connection to the town’s history and ambiance. Others see the development as a necessary step toward modernizing the housing landscape and addressing pressing residential needs.
As construction wraps up this fall, Hattie’s Crossing is set to become a pivotal part of Cayce’s urban landscape, showcasing a hybrid approach that balances development with historical reverence.
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Additional Resources
- Cola Daily: New Housing Development Coming to Cayce
- Wikipedia: Cayce, South Carolina
- The State: Local Article on Cayce
- Google Search: Cayce South Carolina
- WLTX: Housing Growth in Cayce
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Cayce
- Nashville Post: Metro Moves Forward on Cayce Neighborhood
- Google News: Cayce Housing Development
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