McAlister Development Company, Inc.

McAlister Development Company, Inc. is a Real Estate Developer in Mt Pleasant, SC. The firm specializes in mixed-use development, student housing, and vertical construction, with a portfolio that extends to luxury condominiums and resort properties. Founded in 1990 by M. Anthony McAlister, Jr., the company began with the purchase of a four-unit building in downtown Charleston near the College of Charleston. Since then, it has developed over 1,450,000 square feet of vertical student housing, providing nearly 1,823 student beds and over 1,065 structured parking spaces. Notable projects include The Kelly House, McAlister Hall, George Street Apartments, Liberty Street Residence Hall, and Campus Center Apartments. The company also manages public-private partnerships for retail projects and parking decks, ensuring that new structures blend with the historical fabric of downtown Charleston. Beyond the local market, McAlister Development has built The Maritime at Kiawah Island, a 24-unit condominium complex, and The West Bay Club, a 47-unit oceanfront resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The company’s approach emphasizes identifying community needs and executing solutions through creative development practices. In downtown Charleston, projects are designed to age gracefully alongside the historic streetscape, often integrating residential, retail, and commercial uses to create pedestrian-friendly environments. For student housing, the firm focuses on cohesive living environments close to campus, featuring amenities such as fitness centers, study rooms, and digital security systems. The Maritime at Kiawah Island offers 2,700 square feet of heated living space per unit, set within a maritime forest with private pool access. The West Bay Club in Providenciales combines residential ownership with full-service resort amenities, including a spa, fitness center, and restaurant. McAlister Management Company, a related entity, provides property management services for these assets, handling accounting, staffing, and maintenance for residential, commercial, and association properties.

Located at 106 Pitt Street, the office sits within the Old Village Historic District. It is about a tenth of a mile from the Charleston County Public Library Village Branch and the G.M. Darby Building. The Miriam Brown Community Center and Mount Pleasant Historic District are also within a short walk, approximately 0.2 miles away. Coleman Boulevard, a main road, is nearby at a similar distance.

The firm holds a rating of 3.00 based on 1 review. Its track record includes the development of high-quality assets in historic urban settings and the Caribbean, with a focus on integrating modern amenities into established architectural contexts.

McAlister Development Company, Inc. combines a focus on historic preservation with modern mixed-use development in Mt Pleasant, SC.