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8 Unique and Affordable Places to Retire

October 28, 2022 · Retirement Life
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6. Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston is an obvious and affordable choice for retirement locations since it offers a laid-back coastal ambiance, southern friendliness, and plenty of things to keep you active for many golden years. The city has stunning mansions and cobblestone streets everywhere you turn, and trust us when we say that the food consistently lives up to expectations.

Put your pension toward barbecue, seafood, and other Lowcountry favorites because the cost of living in Charleston is relatively modest compared to those of other big U.S. cities. Known as the “Holy City,” Charleston is offering major benefits for seniors, and one of them is that you don’t have to pay tax on Social Security benefits.
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