Mount Pleasant

Some of the best private and public schools in South Carolina are located in Mount Pleasant. Students have the advantage of state-of-the-art technology, new facilities and top teachers. The schools are surrounded by a variety of neighborhoods – waterfront estates, gated communities and subdivisions – all designed with families in mind.

Mount Pleasant is just minutes from two of the most beautiful beaches along the East Coast and is convenient to downtown Charleston with convenient access to the Cooper River Bridge and I-526.

Mount Pleasant has the perfect combination of favorite national chains plus plenty of local dining options. Enjoy fresh seafood on Shem Creek or burger with a side of local music at a favorite local watering hole.

Whether you need a special gift or everyday supplies, there’s no shortage of shopping options. Browse boutiques, antique stores, consignment shops and brand name retailers at Towne Centre, The Market at Oakland, Belle Hall Shopping Center and The Shoppes at Seaside Farms. Grocery stores and drugstores are located near every major neighborhood, including Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Harris Teeter and Publix.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love exploring the town’s many parks and outdoor recreation areas. Memorial Waterfront Park has a fishing pier and playground. Palmetto Islands County Park has trails, a water park and picnic areas. The newer Laurel Hill County Park has miles of trails on its 745 wooded acres. Plus, visit historic sites like Boone Hall Plantation, the Old Village and the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point.