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“Golden Bachelor” star Gerry Turner has left the Bachelor Mansion and has his sights set on South Carolina.
After the first season of “Golden Bachelor” ended on Thursday and Turner proposed to Theresa Nist, the question arose: Where will the new couple live?
“One of the things that I think fate played a role in is the possibility of where we might end up living,” Gerry told People magazine.
Gerry Turner proposed to Theresa Nist on Thursday during the season finale of the “Golden Bachelor”. (John Fleenor/Disney/Getty Images)
“For the last few years, when my family gets together, I’ve talked about moving to South Carolina and it’s an idea I’ve been toying with. And then, in a conversation with Theresa, a private moment, she says, “Well, my son lives near Charleston, South Carolina.”
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Kimberly Lease of Centurty 21 Properties Plus shared some potential listings in South Carolina for the future Turners.
“As the sun sets on a career well lived, many people long for a retirement destination that not only offers scenic landscapes, but also rich cultural offerings and a vibrant community,” said Lease.
Theresa Nist and Gerry Turner have revealed they have their sights set on South Carolina. (John Fleenor/Disney/Getty Images)
“Look no further than Charleston, South Carolina, a city that seamlessly blends Southern charm, historic elegance and a thriving modern lifestyle. Located on the Atlantic Coast, Charleston attracts retirees with its warm climate, historical significance and abundance of recreational activities.”
Here’s a look at some of the homes South Carolina can offer the Turners.
Luxurious
Located in the heart of downtown Charleston, a $1.7 million condo could be the future home for Gerry and Theresa.
A condo in downtown Charleston could be the Turners’ future home. (Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
The fireplace in the living room warms the home. (Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
The Italian-style house has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The apartment has its own private garden courtyard.
The fireplace in the living room provides coziness on the ground floor, which also includes the kitchen and dining room.
The apartment has an open floor plan with a large kitchen. (21 Century Properties Plus/Fox News)
Luxurious
Nancy Walsh, a real estate agent in the Charleston tri-county area, shared a $1.395 million Charleston home that could be suitable for the new couple.
A $1.395 million home in Charleston, SC. (Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty/Fox News)
The house was recently finished with white oak floors. (Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty/Fox News)
The home has four bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms and is nearly 3,000 square feet. The house is located in the back of the Kiawah River Estate. This location offers privacy with little traffic.
The semi-custom home features an elevator, plenty of storage space in and under the home, and white oak floors.
The home has front and back porches overlooking the water. (eff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty / Fox News)
The home also features a butler’s pantry and front and back porches overlooking the water.
“Charleston is a city full of history, architecture, culture, good food and of course beaches. The weather is pleasant year-round, making it the perfect place for active seniors to enjoy the outdoors,” Walsh told FOX Business.
Middle class
A home in Fort Johnson Estates is listed by Lease for $1.25 million. The house has six bedrooms, four bathrooms and is two stories.
A possible option for Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist could be a $1.25 million home in Charleston. (Robert E Lee/Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
The home features a screened porch and a large swimming pool. (Robert E Lee/Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
The updated white brick home features an open floor plan with a newly renovated kitchen. The home’s backyard features a pool and a screened porch overlooking a landscaped garden with fig, orange, pear and magnolia trees.
The home is located between Folly Beach and downtown Charleston.
“As retirees begin this new phase of life, Charleston welcomes them with open arms, offering a blend of Southern hospitality and modern amenities that create the perfect backdrop for a retirement filled with joy, discovery and contentment,” Lease told FOX Business.
The house has a newly renovated kitchen. (Robert E Lee/Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
Middle class
A three-bedroom, 2½-bathroom home listed for $765,000 might be suitable for Gerry and Theresa.
Summerville home listed for $765,000. (Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty/Fox News)
The house has an office on the first level. (Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty/Fox News)
The Tangerly Oak home listed by Nancy Walsh is move-in ready. The home features an extended front porch with a first level office and a top level bonus room.
The kitchen and dining area are close to the living and dining room. A gas fireplace adds a cozy touch to the nearly 3,000 square foot home. The house is located in Summerville, South Carolina.
The gas fireplace is in the living room. (Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty/Fox News)
budget
A second option for Gerry and Theresa could be a cozy three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath home near Goose Creek, Moncks Corner and Summerville.
The home is listed for $320,000.
Another option is a home in Charleston listed for $320,000. (Drayton Place/Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
The cozy home features hardwood floors and new kitchen appliances. (Drayton Place/Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
The two-story home features hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and a large fireplace for cozy relaxation. The living room with fireplace has high vaulted ceilings.
The house has access to a communal pool.
The living room features a fireplace with a vaulted ceiling. (Drayton Place/Century 21 Properties Plus/Fox News)
“Charleston, with its historic appeal, cultural richness and warm community spirit, stands out as an ideal destination for those looking to spend their golden years in a place that feels like home,” Lease told FOX Business.
Turner, 72, lives in Indiana and his fiancée, 70, lives in New Jersey. Gerry told People magazine that his private conversation with Theresa made it easy to come to a conclusion about where they will begin their life together.
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“And all of a sudden it’s like there’s a big problem that’s gone away,” he told the outlet. “The question of whether you have to make compromises when it comes to where you live and the compatibility of families is no longer an issue.”
Gerry and Theresa hope their families will make the trip south to visit them.
Jesse Palmer hosted Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist and showed off her new engagement ring. (John Fleenor/Disney/Getty Images)
“We want to have a house that is so inviting that everyone wants to come,” Nist said. “Maybe a pool so everyone wants to come and have fun.”
Turner said the families had already mixed well.
“Our daughters are like sisters now,” said Gerry, who has two daughters.
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Theresa agreed, adding, “My daughter says, ‘Thank you for giving me two more sisters.’ She already has a sister-in-law, but now has two more sisters.
Gerry Turner was the first “Golden Bachelor”. (Taylor Hill/WireImage/Getty Images)
Turner shared that the two families plan to get together for Hanukkah this month.
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“We’re going to have a holiday dinner with everyone,” he said.
The couple’s wedding, “The Golden Wedding,” airs January 4 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.