Suburban amenity & infrastructure boom — Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Key Questions
What retail development is planned for the Ingleside area?
Costco has filed plans for its third Charleston-area store, an 181,000 sq ft facility with a gas station on 25 acres in Ingleside. This project aligns with the I-26 growth corridor attracting major retail anchors.
How are development review processes changing in Charleston County?
Charleston County has approved new requirements that add scrutiny for higher-density rezonings, focusing on traffic and stormwater impacts. These changes are expected to affect development timelines as the area continues to grow.
What major infrastructure investments are occurring in the Mt. Pleasant and West Ashley areas?
Key projects include port expansions with Ro/Ro facilities by 2028, a $212M Coast Guard investment, $105M in airport gate upgrades, and an $83M FAA TRACON replacement. Additional efforts involve a $4.25B transportation sales tax, West Ashley sewer tunnel work ahead of schedule, and various road and facility improvements.
NChas port expansions (Ro/Ro 2028), Coast Guard $212M, Roper $1.2B, airport $105M gates, FAA $83M TRACON replacement (breaking ground now, completion Fall 2027). Mt Pleasant commercial rents $4,800–$16,000. West Ashley sewer tunnel ahead of schedule. Grand Oaks reduced to 382 units. Rivertowne 3BR $2,200–$2,800. James Island road improvements. Red Metals $70M facility. Woodfield BTR project. $4.25B transportation sales tax advancing. Shem Creek parking study. Port of Charleston deepening. New development review requirements approved by Charleston County add scrutiny for higher-density rezonings, impacting development timelines. Costco files plans for third Charleston-area store in Ingleside (181k sq ft, gas station) on 25 acres, confirming I-26 growth corridor attracting major retail anchors.