Dunes West vs Park West — Which Neighborhood Fits Your Lifestyle? (2025 Guide)By Brandon Bott — Mount Pleasant Realtor Since 2012
Dunes West and Park West are two of the most popular family-friendly neighborhoods in North Mount Pleasant. While they share a border and a school zone, their lifestyles feel very different.
If you’re comparing Dunes West to Park West, this 2025 breakdown shows the key differences in amenities, environments, home types, prices, and long-term value.
🏡 1. Overall Vibe
Dunes West
Gated
Quiet and private
Mature landscaping
Larger lots and more upscale feel
Park West
Open, non-gated
Highly walkable
Tons of families
More new construction vibe
Sidewalks everywhere
Park West feels vibrant and active; Dunes West feels private and residential.
🏊 2. Amenities Comparison
Dunes West
24/7 gated entrances
Golf course
Tennis
Fitness center
3 pools
Walking/biking trails
Park West
2 large pools
Tennis courts
Miles of sidewalks
Parks/playgrounds
Town recreation center inside the community
Both communities are excellent, but Dunes West offers a more resort-style amenity package.
🏫 3. Schools
Both feed into:
Laurel Hill / Charles Pinckney
Cario Middle
Wando High
Park West has a slight advantage in walkability to schools.
🏘️ 4. Home Styles & Prices
Dunes West
Larger homes
Custom builds
Waterfront options
$850K–$1.4M for most homes
Up to $3.6M+ for deep water
Park West
More variety
Townhomes → $450K–$600K
Single-family → $650K–$1.2M
Fewer waterfront lots
Summary:
Park West is more budget-friendly and offers more home types.
Dunes West is more upscale and offers more premium lots.
💸 5. HOA Structure
Dunes West: Master HOA + subsection HOA + optional club memberships
Park West: Simpler HOA structure, usually lower costs
🚗 6. Traffic & Convenience
Park West offers quicker in-and-out access to Highway 41, and more commercial options right outside the neighborhood.
Dunes West is slightly deeper in, but still easy to access.
📈 7. Resale Value
Both neighborhoods have strong resale, but:
Dunes West tends to appreciate faster
Park West homes sell more frequently due to price range diversity
🏁 Final Verdict
Choose Dunes West if you want:
Gated living
Luxury amenities
Larger lots
Golf + water access
Maximum privacy
Choose Park West if you want:
Walkability
More affordable pricing
Active family environment
Parks, fields, schools close by
Both are phenomenal — the right choice depends on your lifestyle, budget, and desired neighborhood culture.
📞 Want a personalized comparison between Dunes West and Park West?
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