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Best Independent Living in Mount Pleasant, SC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 10 independent living communities in Mount Pleasant, SC using South Carolina Dept. of Public Health (DPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in SC
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Mount Pleasant, SC. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 117The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mount Pleasant, SC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Mount Pleasant

The Artisan Mount Pleasant
IL
AL
MC
Mt Pleasant
112
Facility 112
SC AVG 90
Rank #86 / 307
No
40
Facility 40
SC AVG 32
Rank #86 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park
IL
AL
MC
Mt Pleasant (Merrill Place)
193
Facility 193
SC AVG 90
Rank #4 / 307
Yes
14
Facility 14
SC AVG 32
Rank #176 / 230
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harmony at Wescott Plantation
IL
AL
MC
Summerville (Wescott Boulevard)
105
Facility 105
SC AVG 90
Rank #102 / 307
Yes
28
Facility 28
SC AVG 32
Rank #135 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Somerby Mount Pleasant
IL
AL
MC
RC
Mt Pleasant
118
Facility 118
SC AVG 90
Rank #74 / 307
Yes
7
Facility 7
SC AVG 32
Rank #201 / 230
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living
IL
Mount Pleasant (Hunter's Trace Townhomes)
-Yes
46
Facility 46
SC AVG 32
Rank #54 / 230
-
Palms of Mt. Pleasant
IL
AL
MC
Mt Pleasant (Point Pleasant)
44
Facility 44
SC AVG 90
Rank #271 / 307
Yes
49
Facility 49
SC AVG 32
Rank #47 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Maplewood of Mt. Pleasant
IL
AL
MC
Mount Pleasant
-No 56 -
Franke Home at Seaside
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Mount Pleasant
-No
87
Facility 87
SC AVG 32
Rank #1 / 230
-
South Bay At Mount Pleasant
IL
NH
AL
MC
RC
Mount Pleasant
150
Facility 150
SC AVG 90
Rank #25 / 307
No
17
Facility 17
SC AVG 32
Rank #163 / 230
-
The Marsh at Carolina Park
IL
AL
MC
Mt Pleasant
97
Facility 97
SC AVG 90
Rank #121 / 307
Yes
12
Facility 12
SC AVG 32
Rank #183 / 230
Private / Companion Suites
Overview of The Artisan Mount Pleasant

The Artisan Mount Pleasant offering luxury independent living, assisted living, and memory care stands as one of the trusted communities in the city. The elegant home presents a sprightly filled ambiance– a sublime environment that matches your lifestyle. There is a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual. The Artisan Mount Pleasant approaches modern senior care through their person-centered service.

Expect residential houses with fully equipped amenities to help with the residents’ daily duties– a movie theater, art studio, walking paths, and courtyards, are just a few of their forward-thinking amenities. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, and transportation, among others.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park

Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park is an assisted living facility located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, offering a memory care unit for residents with dementia and an independent living option. The community is part of Merrill Gardens Senior Living, a senior care company, and provides vision care to its residents. The costs at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park start at $2,040 and range up to $6,595, with the average price being $4,318, which is less than the average price in the area. The community is pet-friendly, and while South Carolina requires three meals to be provided per day, it can accommodate no or low-sodium diets.

Residents at Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park are required to have a scheduled, structured activity every day, and the community offers a variety of activities, including musical performances and social outings. The facility is located near six hospitals, with the two closest being Mount Pleasant Hospital and East Cooper Medical Center, and has above-average reviews for the area. Merrill Gardens at Carolina Park offers 158 independent, assisted living, and memory care apartments, as well as 28 cottages, with concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. The community features a pool, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, allowing residents to live a full and happy life built around their delights and hobbies.

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Overview of Harmony at Wescott Plantation

Harmony at Wescott Plantation is a senior living community in Summerville. It proudly offers a range of lifestyle options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care apartments, ensuring that senior residents can select the living arrangement that aligns with their preferences and evolving needs.

Here, residents enjoy more free time and energy to pursue their passions and independence. The community fosters an environment where residents can embrace the joys of life, knowing that their well-being and contentment are at the forefront of every consideration. Harmony at Wescott Plantation is more than just a place to reside; it’s a haven of convenience, comfort, and active engagement, marked by an ambiance of understated elegance. Here, residents have the privilege of crafting the lifestyle they desire while assuring their families that the future is well planned for.

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Overview of Somerby Mount Pleasant

Somerby Mount Pleasant, located in the charming Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is a reputable senior community that offers a range of senior care services, including independent living programs, memory care living, assisted living, respite care, and therapy. It’s a trusted choice among the senior communities in the area, known not only for its top-notch approach but also for its dynamic activities, social opportunities, and innovative approaches.

The home also provides a variety of spacious and comfortable independent living floor plans, along with modern amenities and expert assistance available daily. It places a strong emphasis on fostering social connections and recreational opportunities, offering a pet-friendly living environment. With a selection of independent living apartments and villas, Somerby Mount Pleasant truly offers a place that residents can proudly call home.

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Overview of Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living

Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living is a vibrant senior living community situated at 1224 Village Creek Lane, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina 29464. It is dedicated to offering independent living options, granting seniors the freedom to shape their days according to their desires.

At Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living, pets are welcomed, and a sense of family is evident. Recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Senior Living communities for independent living, it is a testament to its dedication to providing exceptional lifestyle options for seniors. With a longstanding commitment to delivering high-quality senior living, Revela at Mt. Pleasant Independent Living has been an integral part of the Charleston area for years. This community excels in providing various social activities and life enrichment opportunities, fostering a lively and engaging environment.

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Overview of Palms of Mt. Pleasant

Administered by Allison Dolan, Palms of Mt. Pleasant is a 44-bed residential community that SNH SE SG Tenant operates. A member of the Five Star Senior Living family, the home at 937 Bowman Road in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is designed to provide resort-style hospitality where seniors can age gracefully. The three-story building offers a set of housing options: studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments.

The home delivers an extensive care continuum, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care alongside inpatient and outpatient nursing services and on-site rehabilitation programs. This breadth of services fits residents with changing needs. The facility spotlights life quality via professional services and thoughtfully curated amenities. Occupants benefit from housekeeping, 24-hour concierge service, social events, a library, and on-site beauty and hair salon services. The restaurant-style dining program mirrors an understanding that meals are focal to community living. Transportation services support resident mobility and independence. Physical therapy is offered on-site to bolster rehabilitation and wellness goals. Located on Bowman Road in the Point Pleasant neighborhood, the community sits in a somewhat walkable area (Walk Score 49) where some errands are done on foot, though most outings typically need transportation. The location has a calmer residential setting far from heavy commercial traffic. Pets are welcome, which is vital to many older adults seeking to keep such valuable relationships.

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Maplewood of Mt. Pleasant

1945 Churchill Boulevard, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Overview of Maplewood of Mt. Pleasant

Maplewood of Mt Pleasant is a senior living community located in Mt Pleasant, MI, that offers assisted living services; from 24/7 care and supervision, to medicine management, and assistance with daily living activities. This close-knit community also provides its residents with nutritious meals that are prepared with consideration to their diets.
Maplewood of Mt Pleasant also prides itself with their amenities. Their residents enjoy regular movie nights and daily walks, as well as their barber/salon services. They also have a regular fitness program scheduled, to ensure that residents stay physically active and healthy.

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Overview of Franke Home at Seaside

Nestled amidst the breathtaking scenery of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, Franke at Seaside emerges as an idyllic haven for older adults seeking an active and worry-free future. residents find peace in the assurance of a comprehensive continuum of care, providing a safety net encompassing independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory support, rehabilitation, and more.
Set against beautiful lagoons, seniors can embrace a wealth of services and amenities that nurture cherished hobbies and inspire new adventures. Operating as a non-profit ministry, Franke at Seaside is deeply committed to enriching the lives of its residents, clients, and patients.

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Overview of South Bay at Mount Pleasant

From substantial losses in 2020, South Bay at Mount Pleasant has executed a significant financial recovery. The 150-bed Mount Pleasant nursing home, privately operated and accepting Medicare and private-pay residents, generated $25.4 million in 2023 revenue; ranking tenth among South Carolina’s nursing homes and representing extraordinary growth from $4.5 million in 2020. Net income improved from negative $4.3 million in 2020 to negative $625,300 in 2023, demonstrating a trajectory toward operational sustainability. Profit margin moved from negative 95 percent to negative 2.5 percent over the same period.

The facility operates as a short-stay post-acute rehabilitation center. Current occupancy of 56.2 percent reflects ongoing growth from 34.8 percent in 2020, though it remains 26 percent below South Carolina’s state average of 82.1 percent. Admissions divide equally between Medicare (50%) and private-pay (50%) sources, with Medicare patients typically staying 22 days and private-pay residents remaining 2 to 3 months. This payer structure excludes Medicaid entirely. Average length of stay across all residents measures 21 days.

The residential environment includes on-site dining, salon and barber services, transportation, wellness programming with structured classes, housekeeping and laundry support, and volunteer engagement opportunities. Grab bars and emergency notification systems support safety.

Minimum residency age is 55 years.

Monthly pricing begins at $7,000.

A significant cost structure distinction emerges in payroll allocation. Annual payroll reaches $9.6 million, ranking nineteenth among South Carolina nursing homes in absolute spending and indicating substantial staffing investment. However, payroll represents only 37.9 percent of total revenue, ranking ninety-ninth among 116 state facilities and falling substantially below the 53 to 64 percent range characteristic of efficiently-operated South Carolina nursing homes.

The facility reported no federal penalties in the past three years.

Daily operational economics show revenue at $720 per resident per day against costs of $764, indicating marginal pressure on per-diem sustainability even as overall profitability trends toward breakeven.

South Bay at Mount Pleasant functions as a short-stay post-acute rehabilitation nursing home in an active recovery phase, with high revenue generation, decreasing losses, and ongoing occupancy development toward state norms.

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Overview of The Marsh at Carolina Park

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and offering high-quality care, The Marsh at Carolina Park proves to be the right choice for seniors in Mount Pleasant, SC. Here, residents are assured of enjoying an elevated lifestyle supported by an expert and compassionate team in independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community provides natural settings and resort-style amenities to further enhance comfort and relaxation. In addition to top-quality care, residents can also take great pleasure in engaging activities and social events prepared by a professional team.

The golden years are made even more exciting and fulfilling in this exceptional community, where residents are offered exceptional amenities such as well-designed patios, a salon and a barbershop, and more. Here, the residents can truly kick back, relax, and enjoy the slow pace of life.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Mount Pleasant, SC

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 10 independent living communities in Mount Pleasant, SC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Mount Pleasant, SC?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Mount Pleasant, SC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Mount Pleasant, SC?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.