$921,314Average Value$541Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Coastal community between Shem Creek and Coleman Boulevard
Shem Creek's warm breezes mix with Mount Pleasant’s commercial bustle in centrally located Shemwood, where nature and city destinations are equally close. “You’re 5 minutes from downtown Charleston, 5 minutes from Sullivan’s Island, and you can walk to shops and restaurants,” says Marcia Wray, Realtor at Carolina One Real Estate. Though conveniently accessible, many locals consider Shemwood a hidden enclave, separated from neighboring communities by the creek and the retail-packed Coleman Boulevard corridor. Residents here enjoy a sense of seclusion from Mount Pleasant’s growing development.
Discover coastal living with unique styles of homes at Shemwood in Mount Pleasant.
Shemwood residents enjoy paddleboarding the local creeks for fun in the sun in Mount Pleasant.
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Locals launch their vessels from a private dock
Getting out on the water is a prime pastime in Shemwood, home to a popular boat landing and storage spot for the neighborhood’s large population of mariners. From here, locals can take off on a paddleboard or kayak for a quiet ride along Shem Creek. Scenic Shem Creek Park is across the waterway with long boardwalk trails known for stunning sunset views. It’s also a wildlife hot spot, home to egrets, crabs and other coastal creatures. “Because you’re close to Old Village, a lot of people make the trip to Alhambra Park, which has views of the Charleston Harbor,” Wray says. The scenic park is in the next neighborhood, and with three playgrounds canopied by large oaks, it’s a cool, comfortable spot for all who visit.
Shemwood residents can drop in a paddle board down at the private boat dock.
Shemwood residents enjoy paddleboarding the local creeks for fun in the sun in Mount Pleasant.
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Mixed housing minutes from the water
With street names like Lazy Lane and Seagull Drive, Shemwood is a beach community through and through. Towering palms and moss-draped oaks stretch over large grassy lawns flanked by homes positioned steps away from the marshy shoreline. “Shemwood has more ranchers than surrounding neighborhoods,” says Andrew Scherl, a Realtor at EXP Realty and frequent local seller. Many of the neighborhood’s established homes date to the 1950s and ‘60s — ripe for renovations and modern touches. The quiet residential streets don’t follow a cookie-cutter design and instead feature a range of styles from Charleston Singles to modern farmhouses and new builds. The neatly landscaped lots reach up to a half-acre, which Wray says is larger than in most neighborhoods in Mount Pleasant. Prices generally range from $650,000 to $900,000, but some waterfront properties with private dock access can top off at nearly $2 million.
Find beautiful brick home styles with garages at Shemwood in Mount Pleasant.
Shemwood offers many home styles, including colonials in Mount Pleasant.
The Shemwood neighborhood borders the gorgeous namesake creek.
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Shared meals at Shem Creek Crab House
Coleman Boulevard is walkable for most Shemwood homeowners, who head over to browse the local shops or grab a bite at restaurants like Mozzo Deli, a neighborhood favorite for sandwiches and prepared foods. Locals can enjoy a meal with a view at waterfront restaurants like Shem Creek Crab House, a classic beach dive specializing in seafood dishes. Harris Teeter is closest for weekly groceries, but many shop for produce at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market on Tuesday afternoons.
Mozzo Deli in Mount Pleasant is a great restaurant with delicious food in Shemwood.
Shemwood residents get all of their grocery needs at the Harris Teeter in Mount Pleasant.
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Mount Pleasant Academy ranked top in South Carolina
Mount Pleasant Academy is ranked fourth among South Carolina elementary schools, rated A on Niche. More than 1,000 students attend the A-rated Moultrie Middle, where they wear casual uniforms to class. Students later filter into Lucy Garrett Beckham High School, which opened in 2020. It is renowned for being the only school in the state to offer veterinary science classes through its career technology education program. There are also several private and charter options nearby for those interested in exploring schooling alternatives.
The front entrance at Mount Pleasant Academy in Mount Pleasant, SC.
Young students can attend the Moultrie Middle School in Mount Pleasant, SC.
The Lucy Garrett Beckham High School is a public accredited , high school in Mount Pleasant.
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Five miles to downtown Charleston
It’s roughly 5 miles from Shemwood’s quiet streets to downtown Charleston, positioned immediately across the Ravenel Bridge, which some homeowners can see from second-story windows. Most locals drive, but Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) bus stops line Coleman Boulevard.
CARTA bus transportation is a great way to commute through Charleston from Shemwood.
Downtown Charleston is a short commute over the Ravenel Bridge from Shemwood in Mount Pleasant.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Shemwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shemwood, Mount Pleasant sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Shemwood, Mount Pleasant over the last 12 months is $910,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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