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When Charleston was established, five English style villages developed along the harbor, east of the Cooper River now known as the Old Village. The Town of Mount Pleasant was established by the combination of these original villages in 1803 by James Hibben took its name from original “Mount Pleasant” plantation house, known as Hibben House.
In 1979, Mount Pleasant (re)established the Old Village, a 37 block area that is bounded by Shem Creek (north), Whilden Street (east), the old bridge and marshland (south), and the Charleston Harbor (west). The purpose To protect, preserve, and enhance the architecture of the Old Village and to manage growth and development. While historically the area is well defined, depending on where you’re standing and who you're talking to Mount Pleasant, Old Mt. Pleasant, and the Old Village can take different forms.
The lively deep waterway Shem Creek on the north end of the Old Village Historic District provides direct access to the Charleston Harbor. While the rest of the area experienced significant growth and development over the past 30 years, the Old Village has remained a quiet residential area of small and large houses. Shade trees line the sides of the streets as you walk past some street side homes with small yards, while others have expansive of lawns.
Favorite places include Shem Creek, old Pitt Street Bridge, and The Old Village Post House Restaurant. And the The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market which runs Tuesdays from April to October, should not be missed. Old Mt. Pleasant is an ideal Low Country location for families and those who want to be next to Sullivan’s Island beaches and still have close proximity to Charleston’s downtown.
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Old Village Mt. Pleasant In A Second:
- ZIP CODES: 29464
- POPULATION: 43,640
- MEDINA INCOME: $57,014
- MEDIAN AGE: 40 Yr.
- NUMBER OF BUSINESSES: 2036
- ESTABLISHED: 1803
- CRIME INDEX: 151 (U.S. Avg.319)
- LOCATION: Between Sullivan’s Island & Charleston City
- SCHOOLS: Mt. Pleasant Academy, Moultrie Middle, Wando High
- RESTAURANT: Old Village Post House, Village Bakery Cafe, Red Drum, Boulevard Diner, The Shelter Kitchen & Bar, Coleman Public House
- BEST KNOW FOR: Shem Creek, Blessing of the Fleet
- ATTRACTION: Pitt Street Bridge
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$1,450,000
1321 Erckmann Drive, Mount Pleasant
This home is stunning in it's new updated condition giving the feels of a Zen Cottage. A super cute front porch is your first peek into how cool this home is. This is a t...
- Beds3
- Baths2
- MLS23021848
- SubDv.Old Mt Pleasant
- StatusActive
$2,000,000
523 Reid Street, Mount Pleasant
Located in the heart of Mount Pleasant, this updated 4-bedroom home with a downstairs office is on a quiet street with a quarter-acre lot. Enjoy the character of historic...
- Beds4
- Baths2.5
- MLS23021439
- SubDv.Old Mt Pleasant
- StatusActive
$2,450,000 ▼
926 Richter Way, Mount Pleasant
Old Village living at it's finest! This gem of a home is nestled on a large, corner cul-du-sac lot on Pitt St- one of the most picturesque and sought after locations in M...
- Beds4
- Baths3.5
- MLS23021453
- SubDv.Old Village
- StatusActive
$1,325,000
1408 Hindman Avenue, Mount Pleasant
Welcome to 1408 Hindman Avenue in sought after Old Mount Pleasant. Convenience and ease of living defines this well maintained property. Moments from shopping, restaurant...
- Beds3
- Baths1.5
- MLS23020914
- SubDv.Old Mt Pleasant
- StatusActive
$2,765,000
637 Coral St Street, Mount Pleasant
Beautiful new custom 5 bed 3.5 bath home on quiet street with great schools and amazing location! White oak hardwood floors throughout. The first floor offers eat in kitc...
- Beds5
- Baths3.5
- MLS23020761
- SubDv.Old Mt Pleasant
- StatusActive
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