Mount Pleasant vs Summerville — Which Is the Better Move in 2025?By Brandon Bott — Charleston Realtor Since 2012

Mount Pleasant and Summerville are two of Charleston’s most popular suburbs — but they serve completely different buyer profiles. One is coastal and premium; the other is affordable and rapidly expanding.

Here’s how to choose between them in 2025.

🏡 1. Price & Affordability

Mount Pleasant

• $750K–$1.3M avg

• High competition

• Limited land

• More expensive overall

Summerville

• $350K–$550K avg

• New construction everywhere

• Affordability is the #1 draw

Summerville wins for affordability by a mile.

🌴 2. Lifestyle Differences

Mount Pleasant

• Coastal

• Beaches nearby

• High-end amenities

• Master-planned communities

• Strong schools

Summerville

• Inland

• Small-town charm

• New construction communities

• Family-centered

• Growing commercial development

🚌 3. Commute

Mount Pleasant

• 15–25 mins to Downtown

• 20 mins to beaches

Summerville

• 35–60 mins to Downtown

• 45+ mins to beaches

Mount Pleasant = best location
Summerville = best value

🏫 4. Schools

Mount Pleasant has the top-ranked schools in Charleston County.
Summerville (Dorchester District 2) also has very strong schools — especially for its price point.

🛒 5. Amenities

Mount Pleasant:

• Higher-end shopping

• More dining

• More gyms, recreation, hospitals

Summerville:

• Rapid growth

• New commercial development

• More affordable options

🏁 Final Verdict

Choose Mount Pleasant if you want:

• Beach proximity

• Strongest resale value

• Premium suburban lifestyle

• Top-ranked schools

Choose Summerville if you want:

• Affordability

• New construction

• More home for the money

• Growing commercial & job market

📞 Want help comparing homes in both areas?

I can help you map out commute times, price ranges, and lifestyle fit.
Call or text me at 843-754-9737.