What do Carnes Crossroads, Cane Bay, and Nexton all have in common? They’re relatively new inland communities not far from Charleston that are absolutely exploding with growth. Over the next few months, we’ll head to Berkeley County to explore these areas + what they have to offer. Up first is Nexton.

A mix of nature + modern developments, Nexton is a Summerville community rapidly expanding with new homes, schools, restaurants, and retail.

Location

This Master-Planned Community, nestled among tall pines, is situated just off Charleston’s I-26 corridor and connected by a network of walking and biking trails. Currently, there are four main areas where the dining and retail spots are located.

The Hub at Nexton
One Nexton
Downtown Nexton
Nexton Square

Shopping

Here is this solid list of open retail locations + below is a list of what’s on the way.

1933 Wine and Spirits
Lowes Foods
Harris Teeter
Publix
Packie Liquors

Fitness

Check out the spots open for you to break a sweat. Below is a peek at some gyms on the way.

Basecamp Fitness
HYLO Fitness
Revive Wellness Studio
Stretch Zone

Make a trip to downtown Nexton to explore what it has to offer. | Image via Lou Hammond Group

Dining

Explore restaurants and dessert shops that are open for business + here’s a glance at some spots on the way.

The Backyard (a Biergarten Concept)
Catrina's Cantina
Jersey Mike's Subs
Woodhaven Pizza
Ruby's Bagels
La Minerva Mexican
East Bay Deli
Naan Appetit
Dulce Churros
Poke Bros
Ritas Italian Ice
Summit Coffee
Wakey Bakey Bagels

Schools

Nexton Elementary
Nexton Middle School (Berkeley County School District broke ground on the new school in December and is set to open in August 2026)
The Goddard School (expected to open in the summer of 2024)

From self-care to health services and even spots to spoil the pup, we recommend taking a trip to Nexton to see what all it has to offer.

Did we miss something? If you know of a project in the Nexton community we should have on our radar, tell us.