Five Reasons to Buy a Home in Mount Pleasant
Handsome Properties July 22, 2022
Handsome Properties July 22, 2022
Homebuyers looking for homes in Mount Pleasant will find a vibrant community with a high quality of life and a wealth of amenities and housing types that make living there not only pleasant, but delightful.
With a 2020 U.S. Census population count of 92,398, Mount Pleasant is a large suburban town located across the Cooper River from the Charleston peninsula. The Wando River makes up Mount Pleasant’s northern border. The town borders Sullivan’s Island and the Isle of Palms on the south.
According to the 2021 Town of Mount Pleasant Annual Report, Mount Pleasant has just over 41,000 housing units supported by nearly 6,000 businesses, 15 public schools, and 7 private schools.
In this post, we’re taking a look at five big reasons to buy a home in Mount Pleasant.
Public safety is a high priority for Mount Pleasant’s town government. The high standards of the police and fire department and the continued focus on community safety put Mount Pleasant among the safest places to live in the country.
In 2022, Mount Pleasant was named one of the 50 safest cities to raise a family by Safewise, an online resource site for home security.
According to an analysis of U.S. crime statistics, MoneyGeek ranked Mount Pleasant as the safest town in South Carolina based on crime cost per capita.
The Town of Mount Pleasant has eight patrol districts assigned to specific officer on each shift. Learn more about the Mount Pleasant Police Department here.
The Mount Pleasant Fire Department has seven fire stations spread throughout the community. Learn more about Mount Pleasant Fire Department here.
Mount Pleasant’s population is supported by a wide variety of housing types and subdivision neighborhoods. According to the Town of Mount Pleasant Department of Planning and Development 2018 Demographics report, there are over 160 single-family subdivisions spread across Mount Pleasant. Some have as few as 12 single-family homes and others as many 2,000-plus. The 2018 report lists 35 townhome developments and 39 condo developments.
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Mount Pleasant’s location between downtown Charleston and the beaches makes it easy for residents to choose between both. Downtown Charleston is just 9 miles away by car. The Isle of Palm’s Front Beach can be reached via 4-mile drive over the Isle of Palms connector. Beaches on Sullivan’s Island can be accessed after a 6-mile drive via the Ben Sawyer Bridge.
Downtown Charleston abounds with restaurants, shops, and activities residents can enjoy year-round. Beaches on the Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island are pristine, creating an Atlantic Ocean oasis that beckons every season of the year.
Community amenities in Mount Pleasant include a recreation program powered by the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department, a thriving senior center for residents 50 and older, and a network of parks with well-maintained town and county facilities. Among the most impressive Mount Pleasant parks are Palmetto Islands County Park and the town-operated Mount Pleasant Memorial Park.
Palmetto Islands County Park features a tropical setting with boardwalks and bike paths spread across its 943 acres. Park amenities include a nature island, fishing and crabbing docks, picnic sites, a kayak launch, and a seasonal water park.
Mount Pleasant Memorial Park is the known as the crown jewel of Mount Pleasant. Located under the base of the Ravenal Bridge, the park offers spectacular views of Charleston Harbor, a nautical-theme playground, and plenty of open space for family gatherings and community events.
Mount Pleasant residents can find plenty of recreation, arts, and culture right in town. Recreational offerings from the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department include:
Living in Mount Pleasant puts residents close to premier golf courses, historical sites, and vibrant districts including the restaurant-packed Shem Creek waterfront and the Old Village District with some of the oldest homes in the community.
With over 150 Mount Pleasant restaurants from which to choose, you can quickly find dining to suit every taste and occasion.
Could we go on? Yes and yes! Once you view Mount Pleasant homes for sale and tour the community, you’ll discover many more reasons to buy a home here. Contact one of our brokers to start your Mount Pleasant home search today!
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