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Wakendaw Lakes

Wakendaw Lakes

$1,068,880 Average Value
$362 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Wakendaw Lakes offers suburban tranquility in South Mt. Pleasant

The community of Wakendaw Lakes is a small residential neighborhood south of Shem Creek that takes full advantage of its tranquil setting and proximity to downtown Charleston and Isle of Palms Beach. “If people want a more established, more traditional neighborhood with tree-lined streets, they’re probably going to find what they’re looking for here,” says Erin Healey Ledford, a Realtor with The Boulevard Company, who lives in South Mt. Pleasant and sells throughout the Charleston area.

Colonial Revival, ranch-style and Cape Cod homes from the ‘70s and ‘80s

Most homes here have three or four bedrooms and were built in the 1970s and 1980s. Architectural styles include Colonial Revival, ranch-style and Cape Cod. Most options have been renovated and include gourmet kitchens, high-end appliances and large back patios. Front yards are often roomy and landscaped with mature trees and shrubs. Garages and driveways are common throughout the neighborhood, keeping the quiet streets clear.

Homes don’t go on the market often; only 11 have sold in the past 12 months. However, when they do, their prices range from $760,000 to $2 million. Higher-priced homes are often larger and back up to Lake Wakendaw. Ledford says the number of homes for sale speaks to residents’ desire to stay put once they move in. “They get into the neighborhood, and they don’t want to give up their location because it’s so good,” she says.

Buyers should note that most of Mt. Pleasant is vulnerable to flooding. The town’s website offers resources for residents, including safety tips and the FEMA flood map.

Top-rated schools are assigned to the community

The Charleston County School District serves the area and offers School Choice. The schools zoned to the neighborhood are James B. Edwards Elementary, which rates an A on Niche; Moultrie Middle, which also rates an A; and Lucy Beckham High, which rates an A-minus. Lucy Beckham High offers clubs and organizations devoted to philanthropy, religion and entrepreneurship, including Cooking for a Cause and the Investing Club.

Parks, trails and beaches are nearby

The Mt. Pleasant Tennis Complex, part of the town’s recreation department, is nearby and offers clinics, private lessons and camps for players of all ages. Palmetto Island County Park is about 6 miles away and features a playground, paved trails for walking and biking, nature trails and an off-leash dog park. The Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island beaches are about 9 miles away. The Mt. Pleasant Tennis Complex is nearby and is part of the town’s recreation department, which offers clinics, private lessons and camps for players of all ages. Palmetto Island County Park is about 6 miles away and features a playground, paved trails for walking and biking, nature trails and an off-leash dog park. The Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island beaches are about 9 miles away.

Close to Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre and the Mt. Pleasant Library

The Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre, about 3 miles away, is popular location for running errands, retail therapy and dining out. Residents shop at national retailers like Barnes & Noble and Ulta, pick up groceries at Trader Joe’s and dine out at local favorites like Malika Cantina, which specializes in Pakistani street food. Additional shopping centers are near the neighborhood and offer grocery stores, services and more restaurants. The Mt. Pleasant Library is about a mile away, as is the closest hospital, East Cooper Medical Center.

Family-friendly events and festivals in Mt. Pleasant

Mt. Pleasant’s weekly farmers market is held on Tuesday evenings from April to September and is about 5 miles from the neighborhood. Nearby Boone Hall Plantation gears up for Halloween with its annual Pumpkin Patch, a family-friendly tractor tour, petting zoo and corn maze. The Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival is the town’s biggest annual event, which takes place each April at Mt. Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park. The festival pays tribute to the town’s local fishing and shrimping industry with a boat parade, craft show, live music and plenty of local seafood to sample.

Conveniently located near Mathis Ferry Road and I-526

Wakendaw Lakes is close to Interstate 526, which leads to downtown Charleston. The neighborhood is also close to Mathis Ferry Road, a popular, less congested two-lane highway that travels through South Mt. Pleasant. Charleston International Airport is less than 20 miles away.
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Transit

Airport

Charleston AFB/International

30 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Wakendaw Lakes US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Wakendaw Lakes Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$547,500
Median Sale Price
$725,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$517,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
116%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$362

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
452
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,357
Above the national average
1,927
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,065
Median Age
46
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$146,874
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$173,900

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
63.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

10 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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