All-Inclusive Independent Living in Mount Pleasant

A South Carolina retirement community designed with your lifestyle in mind.

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“A great social and very upbeat environment. Lots of activities and great people. One big family!”


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“Great place for my grandfather. Staff was very friendly and very kind.”


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“I am very happy here. Good food and activities. Very convenient.”

Retirement Living
Near Downtown Charleston

Located just 15 minutes from downtown Charleston, Sandpiper at Shem Creek offers residents an active retirement community surrounded by the charm, beauty, and convenience of South Carolina’s Lowcountry.

Our Mount Pleasant independent living community is crafted with your unique lifestyle in mind, offering newly renovated apartments and common spaces, a range of convenient on-site amenities, and 24/7 support from our dedicated team of professionals.

Retirement Living
Near Downtown Charleston

Located just 15 minutes from downtown Charleston, Sandpiper at Shem Creek offers residents an active retirement community surrounded by the charm, beauty, and convenience of South Carolina’s Lowcountry.

Our Mount Pleasant independent living community is crafted with your unique lifestyle in mind, offering newly renovated apartments and common spaces, a range of convenient on-site amenities, and 24/7 support from our dedicated team of professionals.

A Community You Can Count On
Active Living, Your Way

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Lifestyle & Activities

Meaningful engagement opportunities to foster friendship and build community, including events, happy hours, and resident clubs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs.

Outdoor Spaces

Wonderful outdoor spaces on our 11-acre campus, including walking paths, a dog park, heated pool, and comfortable seating. 

A room with a large bed, nightstand, and large dresser beside a window.

Private Apartments

Newly renovated one- and two-bedroom apartments with a full-size kitchen, private entrance, porch/sunroom, and spacious layouts.

A dining room with so many seating options beside a large bar.

Chef-Curated Dining

Delicious and personalized dining for residents who love to gather with friends for good food and company.

In Process:
A Fresh New Look!

Sandpiper at Shem Creek is being reimagined—modern interiors, new dining spaces, and a community clubhouse you’ll love!

Enjoy stunning surroundings and vibrant independent living in a warm, welcoming community — now with a fresh new look designed for active, independent living in Mount Pleasant.

In Process:
A Fresh New Look!

Sandpiper at Shem Creek is being reimagined—modern interiors, new dining spaces, and a community clubhouse you’ll love!

Enjoy stunning surroundings and vibrant independent living in a warm, welcoming community — now with a fresh new look designed for active, independent living in Mount Pleasant.

Take a Photo Tour

Selecting an independent living community near you can be challenging but—as they say—pictures can be worth a thousand words. We invite you to get to know us a little better by taking a virtual photo tour of our campus.

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Take a Photo Tour

Selecting an independent living community near you can be challenging but—as they say—pictures can be worth a thousand words. We invite you to get to know us a little better by taking a virtual photo tour of our campus.

A senior couple looking at information on a laptop

A Textured Community
Inspired by Southern Charm

The renovated dining room at Sandpiper

At Sandpiper at Shem Creek, our services and amenities for independent living residents include:

  • Weekly valet trash removal
  • Weekly housekeeping and linen services
  • Apartment landscaping and home maintenance
  • Concierge services
  • Complimentary parking for residents and guests
  • Community Clubhouse for resident use, including a bar, heated pool, activity room, library, and fitness center
  • Weekly fitness classes and water aerobics
  • Full-service lunch and dinner in our Clubhouse dining room
  • Secure community entrance
  • Fenced dog park and paved walking paths
  • Community bus and private transportation services
  • On-site therapy and home-health services
A resident bedroom at Sandpiper

Experience the new standard of independent living in Mount Pleasant with our newly renovated one- and two-bedroom apartments, featuring a full-size kitchen, private entrance, porch/sunroom, and spacious layouts.

Our apartment floor plans include:

  • Cyprus – One Bedroom | 450 square feet
  • Palmetto – One Bedroom | 440 square feet
  • Marigold – One Bedroom | 500 square feet
  • Magnolia – Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 625 square feet

 

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The back yard of Shem Creek

There’s always something to talk about at Sandpiper at Shem Creek.

Check out our monthly community newsletter to stay updated on all the exciting news and events planned for our wonderful residents.

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Residents sitting in a community room, socializing and enjoying refreshments

From happy hours and community outings to bingo nights and gardening clubs, there is so much to look forward to at Sandpiper at Shem Creek!

Review our monthly activity calendar to explore what special events are planned for this month.

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