September 23, 2025Breaking Ground in Greenville, South Carolina at Magnolia Trace

Smith Douglas Homes is proud to break ground on the first community in Travelers Rest: Magnolia Trail. Situated directly on the scenic Swamp Rabbit Trail, these new townhomes offer the perfect blend of outdoor living and modern convenience.

On Friday, September 19, 2025, the Greenville Division of Smith Douglas Homes celebrated a milestone with the official groundbreaking of Magnolia Trail—the very first Smith Douglas Homes community in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. This event represented the hard work, vision, and collaboration of a small but mighty team of seasoned professionals who, together, bring tremendous experience in new home construction, land development, sales, operations, and marketing. This new home community in Greenville, SC, is set to be a fantastic addition to the area.

The ceremony began with Division President Chad Tumblin, who welcomed the group and set the tone by reminding everyone that this groundbreaking was not only about turning dirt, but about planting roots—both for Magnolia Trail and for SDH in South Carolina. From there, each Greenville Division leader shared their perspective, offering reflections that were short in time but powerful in meaning.

Hearing from each leader underscored what makes this milestone so remarkable: Greenville’s team was hand-picked from some of the best talent in the Upstate, and together they bring unmatched expertise to Smith Douglas Homes’ newest division.

After reflection, the team donned hard hats and lifted gold shovels to break ground officially. With media present, cameras rolling, and plenty of excitement in the air, the group turned the first soil at Magnolia Trail.

Each team member then scooped soil into keepsake jars — a meaningful gesture symbolizing the roots SDH Greenville is planting in South Carolina. Group photos followed, capturing not just the moment, but the pride of a team that has been building toward this day for over a year.

The Why

For the Greenville Division, this groundbreaking was a validation of months of effort: navigating land development, finalizing plans, establishing operations, and building a strong culture from day one.
For Smith Douglas Homes, it was a moment to celebrate growth and strength. Expanding into South Carolina marks another chapter in SDH’s success story, proving the brand’s ability to enter new markets with confidence, talent, and momentum.

The Community 

Imagine a life where you can step right out your front door and onto the trail, with easy access to the charming downtown of Travelers Rest, Trailblazer Park, and Furman University. These homes are designed for low-maintenance living, with all landscaping taken care of for you, allowing you to spend less time on yard work and more time enjoying the outdoors.

Inside, you'll find thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhomes. The open-concept layout creates a spacious feel, with options for either a one or two-car garage. With nine-foot ceilings, roomy kitchens, and stunning views of Paris Mountain, Magnolia Trail offers everything you're looking for.

Priced from the high $200s, these homes are a fantastic value for a sought-after location. As Smith Douglas Homes specializes in building communities, they focus on providing a high level of choice and personalization, ensuring your new home is a perfect fit!