Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Mount Pleasant, SC - Top Ten All-American City Real Estate

Recently named one of the Top Ten All-American Cities (by the National Civic League, Friday, June 18, 2010), Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate offers a modern suburban lifestyle just minutes from downtown Charleston. Located directly across the Charleston harbor from Downtown Charleston, many Mount Pleasant residents frequent the 2 ½ mile commute over the Arthur Ravenel Bridge into downtown. Mount Pleasant Real Estate is popular for its ample coastline which features scenic views and boat launches and abundant shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities. Continue on through Mount Pleasant and you arrive at the pristine beaches of Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms.

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina was originally home to the native Sewee Indians and was settled in the late 17th century. This small village with riverfront homes became a summer retreat for many wealthy Charlestonians and the Old Village has since become a National Register district. Considered to be the heart of the Old Village is historic Shem Creek – this seafood hub provides ample dockside dining venues where diners can see the fisherman and shrimpers unload the catch of the day.

The historic nature of Mount Pleasant makes Mount Pleasant Homes for Sale such a sought-after market. Another attractive feature for those considering Mount Pleasant Homes is the strong sense of community. Popular with the locals are seasonal events at Boone Hall Farms Plantation and the Mount Pleasant Farmer’s Market (held Tuesday evenings from late Spring to early Fall). Mount Pleasant is also home to many of the prestigious public schools such as Mount Pleasant Academy, located in the historic Old Village of Mount Pleasant.

Mount Pleasant SC Homes vary from charming condominiums to prestigious gated estate homes and a wide variety in between. Home types include old and historic areas such as the Old Village to subdivisions with new construction. Popular Mount Pleasant SC Homes can also be found in the award-winning master planned I’On Village, a unique Traditional Neighborhood Development where natural beauty and diverse architectural details harmonize. Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate houses vary depending on the neighborhood, closeness to water, size and age. Regardless, Mount Pleasant SC Homes are located in a timeless suburb of Charleston and are a consistently good investment.


Mount Pleasant - Neighborhood News and Events

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market – Tuesdays (thru October 19th). Click Here for more information

Fourth of July Fireworks & Celebration at Patriots Point – July 4th. Click Here for more information

Southern National Barbeque Championship & Bluegrass Festival at Boone Hall – Sept. 5 – 6. Click Here for more information

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