Saussy Burbank Begins First Townhome Project In the Village of Baxter
October 7, 1999

Saussy Burbank, one of the largest homebuilding companies in Charlotte, has begun construction on the company's first townhome project, which is located in the Village of Baxter in Fort Mill, S.C.

"We are excited to introduce our first townhome project in Baxter," said Jim Burbank, CEO of Saussy Burbank. "Given the success of this project thus far, we anticipate introducing townhomes in future Saussy communities."

Townhomes at Baxter range from the $115s to the $220s. Saussy Burbank will build 25 units at the new residential community being developed on property owned by the Close family.

"We have had a tremendous response from potential homeowners to the townhomes available in Baxter," said James Traynor, president of Clear Springs Development Company. "In fact, we sold 10 units even before construction began."

Most of the townhomes overlook either Baxter Square, a ‡-acre village green that serves as a focal point for the community, or Allison Park, a 12-acre park which includes a bandstand, fountain, playground area and a walking trail that connects to a network of trails weaving through Baxter. The remaining townhomes are near the community center or located throughout the village.

"There are a number of excellent townhome sites available in Baxter," Traynor said. "In addition to being located near parks and the community center, the townhomes are within walking distance of a planned retail/office complex."

Saussy Burbank will build two-bedroom townhomes with 1,190 square feet of space and three-bedroom units with 1,344 square feet. All Saussy townhomes will offer nine-foot ceilings, and some units will include front porches.

"All of our floor plans are very open and include archways and separate kitchen, dining and living spaces," Burbank said. "The townhomes are perfect for smaller households, such as young professionals.

"In addition, our townhomes are designed with an emphasis on architectural styling, they fit the price point for many homeowners and they are located near many community amenities, such as parks and the neighborhood community center," he said.

Sales have been brisk for both single-family homes and townhomes at Baxter. More than 50 townhomes and single-family homes have been sold. The first Baxter homeowners began moving into the traditional neighborhood in July.

For more information or to make an appointment with a sales associate, call (803) 802-TOWN or toll free (877) 570-HOME. The Information Center is located at Baxter's main entrance off Highway 160 and Interstate 77 at Exit 85.

The 1,000-acre Village of Baxter, located 20 minutes from uptown Charlotte in the southwest quadrant of S.C. Highway 160 and Interstate 77, is a traditional neighborhood offering single-family homes and townhouses, as well as commercial sites and more than 400 acres of open spaces.

Modeled after small towns of the Southeast, Baxter's traditional architecture will reflect the style and character of the upcountry South Carolina region. Features such as front porches and abundant sidewalks will orient activity to the front of homes, promoting a pedestrian-friendly community.