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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
On average, homes in Wakendaw Lakes, Mount Pleasant sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wakendaw Lakes, Mount Pleasant over the last 12 months is $725,000, up 116% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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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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