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Mount Pleasant, SC

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The most pleasant suburban paradise on South Carolina’s coast

Suburban Seaside Upscale Historic Scenic Charming

Mount Pleasant is just as delightful as it sounds. With seaside views near South Carolina’s coast, Mount Pleasant boasts a historic appeal with charming local businesses, friendly neighbors, and well-kept suburban streets. Mount Pleasant offers the ideal blend of modern apartment complexes and large, single-family homes on spacious lots. The winding roads of Mount Pleasant’s neighborhoods are wooded and family-friendly.

Casual shopping options are available at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, and local breweries, burger joints, seafood staples, and Southern cooking are just a few of the food options in this seaside town. History looms over Mount Pleasant, and Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens is a great representation of this city’s history. On the coast, venture over to Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, offering tours of a retired Naval aircraft carrier, destroyer, and submarine. Across Cooper River, residents can be in the equally historic, charming city of Charleston by crossing over the Arthur Ravenel Junior Bridge.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Mount Pleasant, SC is $1,759 for a studio, $2,015 for one bedroom, $2,412 for two bedrooms, and $3,065 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mount Pleasant has increased by 3.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,015/month
780 Sq Ft
House
$4,580/month
1,772 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,732/month
897 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,815/month
1,311 Sq Ft
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Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Carolina Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

978 Students

9
out of 10

Belle Hall Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

666 Students

9
out of 10

Mt. Pleasant Academy

Public

Grades PK-5

658 Students

9
out of 10

Charles Pinckney Elementary

Public

Grades 3-5

635 Students

9
out of 10

Mamie Whitesides Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

834 Students

8
out of 10

Thomas C. Cario Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,125 Students

9
out of 10

Moultrie Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,119 Students

8
out of 10

Laing Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,012 Students

7
out of 10

Wando High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,596 Students

7
out of 10

Lucy Garrett Beckham High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,673 Students

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
  • Palmetto Islands County Park
  • Isle of Palms County Park
  • Fort Moultrie National Monument
  • Cooper River Marina

Airports

  • Charleston AFB/International

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