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Sell Your Commercial Property in Mount Pleasant, SC

Mount Pleasant is Charleston's most affluent suburb and one of the wealthiest communities in South Carolina, with median household incomes exceeding $85,000 and a population that has grown from 30,000 to over 90,000 in three decades. The town's position east of the Cooper River — connected to downtown Charleston by the iconic Ravenel Bridge — combines coastal living appeal with proximity to Boeing, the Port of Charleston, and the peninsula's cultural amenities. For commercial property owners, Mount Pleasant's demographic profile and geographic constraints (bounded by the Cooper River, the Intracoastal Waterway, and protected marshlands) create a market where supply is structurally limited and demand is driven by some of the highest household incomes in the state.

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Market Intelligence

Mount Pleasant Commercial Real Estate Market

Mount Pleasant's commercial real estate market benefits from South Carolina's most affluent suburban demographics. Median household incomes exceeding $85,000, educational attainment among the highest in the state, and a population that has tripled in 30 years create commercial demand intensity that rivals or exceeds downtown Charleston on a per-capita spending basis. Coleman Boulevard, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard (US-17), and the Towne Centre development anchor the town's retail and commercial landscape, while the Shem Creek waterfront supports a premium restaurant and hospitality cluster.

Geographic constraints fundamentally shape Mount Pleasant's commercial market. The Cooper River to the west, the Intracoastal Waterway and marshlands to the east, and protected natural areas limit outward expansion, ensuring that existing commercial properties benefit from structural supply constraints. The I-526 interchange at US-17 has become the town's primary commercial node, attracting medical, retail, and office tenants seeking visibility and accessibility. Roper St. Francis and MUSC Health operate growing medical footprints in Mount Pleasant, responding to a population that generates healthcare demand above state averages.

Mount Pleasant's buyer pool is the most affluent in the Charleston metro: high-net-worth individuals, lifestyle-motivated investors, and institutional capital attracted by the town's demographic profile and coastal premium. Cap rates are among the tightest in South Carolina, reflecting supply constraints and purchasing power. For sellers, Mount Pleasant properties attract premium pricing — but the buyer audience expects institutional-quality preparation, environmental due diligence (coastal and wetland considerations), and properties that align with the town's established aesthetic standards and zoning requirements.

95,000+
Population
2.5% annually
Annual Growth
85000
Median Income
0.025
Unemployment
Major Employers: East Cooper Medical Center, Mount Pleasant Schools, Town of Mount Pleasant, Benefitfocus, Booz Allen Hamilton
Economic Drivers: Healthcare, Professional Services, Retail, Charleston Commuter Economy, Technology
What's Selling

Top Property Types in Mount Pleasant

01

Retail & Restaurant

Mount Pleasant's affluent demographics drive premium retail performance along Coleman Boulevard, Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, and the Towne Centre development. Households with incomes exceeding $85,000 support national and independent retailers, upscale dining, and specialty retail at rent levels that rival downtown Charleston for many categories. Shem Creek's restaurant and waterfront hospitality cluster is a nationally recognized dining destination. Properties with waterfront exposure, outdoor dining, or walkable settings command significant premiums in a market where the commercial aesthetic matches the residential quality.

02

Medical & Professional

Roper St. Francis, MUSC Health, and East Cooper Medical Center serve a population that generates healthcare utilization above state averages due to affluent demographics, active lifestyles (sports medicine demand), and a growing retiree population. The US-17 medical corridor and the I-526 interchange area concentrate medical office, specialty clinics, and outpatient surgery centers. Concierge medicine, cosmetic dermatology, and elective surgical practices perform particularly well given the demographic profile. Multi-tenant medical buildings achieve some of the tightest cap rates in the Charleston metro.

03

Office & Mixed-Use

Mount Pleasant's professional and technology workforce — many employed at Boeing, in downtown Charleston, or working remotely — drives demand for modern office and flex space along Johnnie Dodds Boulevard, the I-526 corridor, and in the Towne Centre area. The town's quality of life attracts technology companies and professional service firms seeking to recruit talent who prefer coastal suburban living. Properties with modern buildouts, collaborative workspace features, and proximity to restaurants and amenities outperform dated office inventory by significant margins.

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Market Data

Mount Pleasant Cap Rate Ranges

Property TypeTypical Cap Rate
Industrial6.0% - 7.5%
Retail5.0% - 7.0%
Office5.5% - 7.5%
Mixed-Use5.0% - 7.0%
NNN Lease4.5% - 6.0%

Cap rates are among the lowest in the Charleston metro, reflecting affluent demographics and limited supply.

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Why Mount Pleasant Property Owners Work With John Salony

Dual Expertise

Most CRE agents don't understand business valuations. Most business brokers don't do real estate. John does both, giving you a complete picture of your property's value.

No Wasted Time

Pre-qualified buyers. Realistic pricing from day one. Clean financials and marketing materials that attract serious offers, not tire-kickers.

Confidential Process

Your tenants, employees, and competitors won't know you're selling until you're ready. Every step is managed with discretion.

Success-Based Fee

You pay nothing upfront. John's fee is earned only when your property sells. Your interests are fully aligned.

Common Questions

Selling Commercial Property in Mount Pleasant

Retail along US-17 and medical office are strongest due to affluent demographics.
Most sales take 3 to 7 months. Limited inventory creates competitive conditions.
Mount Pleasant cap rates are among the tightest in South Carolina, reflecting affluent demographics and coastal supply constraints. Premium retail along Coleman Boulevard and Shem Creek trades at 4.5% to 6.5%. Medical office near hospital systems ranges from 5.0% to 7.0%. Office along US-17 and I-526 trades at 5.5% to 7.5%. NNN properties with national tenants regularly trade below 5.0%. Mount Pleasant's cap rates rival Charleston peninsula pricing for premium assets, reflecting the town's demographic advantages and structural supply limitations.
Yes — Mount Pleasant's affluent market creates strong combined transaction opportunities, particularly for Shem Creek restaurant properties, medical practices serving the town's wealthy demographic, and specialty retail businesses where the Mount Pleasant location and customer base are integral to value. John Salony structures these transactions to capture both the operating premium and the coastal real estate scarcity premium that distinguishes Mount Pleasant from inland Charleston metro markets.
Mount Pleasant's fundamental advantages — affluent demographics, coastal geography, supply constraints, and Charleston metro access — are permanent structural features. Population continues growing despite limited land, household incomes continue rising, and healthcare demand compounds with the aging population. Every existing commercial property becomes relatively more valuable as demand grows against finite supply. For sellers, Mount Pleasant's scarcity premium is already reflected in pricing, but your specific property's position within that premium depends on location, tenant quality, and condition. A consultation provides that property-level precision.
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