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Greenville South Carolina

Greenville was originally called Pleasantburg before an 1831 name change, and it seems to live up to this previous appellation. Greenville offers many activities and attractions; its theatres and event venues regularly host major concerts and touring theater companies. Retirees love to golf, and will appreciate that Greenville has the only golf course in the world in which each hole was conceived by a different designer! Population: 58,409 in the city proper, but with a metropolitan area with an estimated population of 639,617

Climate: Retirees who enjoy variation in climate will appreciate Greenville’s mild, short winters, hot, humid summers, warm springs, and crisp autumns.

Cost of living: http://www.areavibes.com states that the cost of living in Greenville is 9.2% less than the South Carolina average, and 11% less than the national average.

Housing costs: The median home value in Greenville is 30.4% greater than the South Carolina average, but still a bit of a bargain for retirees at 16.9% less than the national average.

Colleges and Universities: Greenville is home to Furman University. http://www.furman.edu/, and Clemson University http://www.clemson.edu/ is located in nearby Clemson, SC (30 miles).

Transportation:Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is served by most major airlines including Southwest Airlines. Greenville Transit Authority (GTA runs a bus system that serves the Greenville area.

Travel and tourism: With four distinct seasons, Greenville offers a unique setting to venture out and explore the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains. Located in the northwest corner of South Carolina, Greenville has a vibrant community that welcomes retirees to experience breathtaking views and Southern charm at its finest. Greenville offers diverse museums, thrilling outdoor recreation, shopping galore, and fine eateries to make retirement fun and interesting. Visit the web site of the VCB for more info: http://www.greenvillecvb.com/

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