Charleston has lots of suburbs, but over and over Mount Pleasant is considered one of the best. Mount Pleasant, SC real estate is seen as a good purchase and the town has been named one of the 100 best places to live in the U.S. So what makes Mount Pleasant a great place to call home? Here are five of its best features:

1.  Charleston – Let's just come right out and say it: Charleston is one of the up and coming cities on the eastern seaboard, and it's one of the bestselling points of Mount Pleasant real estate. Charleston is a growing city with lots of culture and a great mix of history and modernity. It offers a strong night life, a strong arts scene, great food, and of course a growing economy that lifts up all the surrounding communities. The commute to Charleston is short and easy, with minimal traffic for such a large city.

2.  A safe, comfortable community – Mount Pleasant is accurately named. There's very little you'll find wanting about this wonderful community. With low crime rates, beautiful historic neighborhoods, and lots of mature trees and landscaping, it's simply a nice place to call home where your family can be happy and secure.

3.  Home values – One major draw of Mount Pleasant is that it's a good investment. It's nice when having your dream house in your dream location will also pay off fiscally, and that is the case here. With current home prices ranging mainly from $300-500k, houses are still affordable for a middle class family. However, as Charleston continues to grow, this inner ring suburb with its beautiful natural surroundings will only see increased demand.

4.  Nature – Mount Pleasant is situated along the Cooper River and surrounded by breathtaking tidal marshes. It has lot of trees, many natural streams, and tons of birds and wildlife. The area remains largely pristine and houses are developed to take advantage of views of nature.

5.  The beach – No one can say no to a day at the beach. While Mount Pleasant itself is not a beach town, it's a short drive to some of South Carolina's best beaches. You'll never lack for something to do on a warm summer day in Mount Pleasant.

These are just a few of the reasons so many people are interested in Mount Pleasant, SC real estate. What draws you to this community? Check out our site at Carolina One Real Estate for listings and find the Mount Pleasant home of your dreams!

As agents specializing in Mount Pleasant real estate, we at Carolina One understand just how exciting the hunt for a new home can be. South Carolina real estate, especially in the Mount Pleasant region, is filled with exciting possibilities, but since home shopping can be an emotional experience, we try to keep our clients grounded even as we help them realize their dreams of home ownership. With so much to notice, touring a home can be overwhelming. That's why we've compiled the following list of features that we think homeowners should keep in mind.

1. Proper Drainage

Check the ground around the base of the house. Does it slope away or toward the house? If it is flat or slopes toward the house, the basement may be subject to flooding and mold and mildew may also be concerns. It may be necessary to have a professional review the drainage and mold situation before you make an offer.

2. Plumbing

Water leakage or other plumbing issues can be devastating to a home, so it's important to check out the state of the fixtures: turn on faucets and shower heads to check water pressure; flush toilets and look under every sink for evidence of leaks or water damage; also, take some time to review the toilet and other bath fixtures. Are they good, quality items with recognizable brand names?

3. The Electrical System

Check out how many power receptacles are in each room. Are there enough to handle all of your electronics? Are they located where they can be useful? Open up the main circuit breaker box to make certain that it's rated for a minimum of 100 amps.

4. Roofing, Windows and Doors

These are the features that keep your family out of the weather, but also provide safety and security. Look for missing, cracked or curled shingles on the roof, and find out when it was last updated. Open and close every window and door to check functionality and make note of any stickiness or unevenness.

5. Insulation

South Carolina is popular in part because of the balmy weather. Nonetheless, Mount Pleasant SC real estate is only made perfect by having adequate insulation. Check out the R-value of the home's current insulation to ensure heat in the winter and coolness in the summer.