10 Things You Didn’t Know About Morrison Yard Residences

Don’t rule out the new kid on the block just yet! As more businesses move or expand to Charleston, the need for residential housing options downtown continues to rise. Though some locals may scoff at the idea of “another apartment building”, Morrison Yard Residences doesn’t want to be seen as just “another new build”. After touring the property, it’s evident how hard the team is working to build up the once-industrial piece of downtown Charleston to add and enhance the offerings and make this an up-and-coming waterfront neighborhood that all can enjoy.

10. Details Matter- You can find unique and thoughtfully branded goodies all over Morrison Yard. Between branded chocolates to water bottles and even a branded beer from local favorite, Revelry Brewing, Morrison Yard takes pride in the products they offer their residents and the lifestyle brand the logo represents.

9. Local Artisans- From the fixtures to the installations, The Morrison Yard team “leaned in” to the Charleston culture by sourcing art and interior decor from local manufacturers, artisans, and small businesses. Featured works by blacksmith Carlton Simmons and artist Fletcher Williams III, spotlight common spaces within Morrison Yard while paying homage to the deep history and culture of the Lowcountry.

8. Four-Legged Features- Charleston is a dog-friendly city so it only makes sense that Morrison Yard caters to a man’s best friend at home as well. Common areas include a dog park and a dog grooming room, making it clear that both pooches and people are welcome at Morrison Yard.

7. Caring For The Community- Partnering with local charities like Charleston Moves, Kids On Point, Trident United Way, and Lowcountry Street Grocery is an important founding principle to Morrison Yard’s integration into the local community. It is important to the group that they are not seen as just joining the community but also enhancing it.

6. Safer Pedestrian Access- Say goodbye to walking up the on-ramp of the highway in order to walk across the Ravenel Bridge. Morrison Yard plans to add a staircase that allows the community direct access to walking the bridge without having to battle cars and traffic. Not only will this allow for a safer access point but it will also encourage Charleston residents to utilize the bridge as a form of exercise vs. driving to the Mount Pleasant side.

5. Revamping & Revitalizing- In an effort to get ahead of any noise disturbance coming from the train tracks that run behind the residences, Morrison Yard worked with the city to create a train crossing quiet zone. By adding crosswalks and traffic lights along Morrison Drive, trains won’t be reliant on their horns but will instead have adequate traffic barriers to allow for less noise and safety.

4. Flood Prevention-  One of the biggest problems with a lot of the new construction being built in the lowcountry is the erosion of land that comes with it. In an attempt to preserve the local ecosystem and prevent flooding, biofiltration areas that focus on absorbing water from adjacent hard surfaces such as roads, have been installed. These filtration areas help to improve the quality of runoff water that goes back into the ecosystem and also help to create habitats for pollinators and birds! Bonus points for the fact these biofiltration areas look like beautiful gardens to the naked eye.

3. Public Access Points- Morrison Yard Residences wants the community to feel welcome to enjoy the outdoor public access areas that they have set up. From green spaces with public Wi-Fi and charging stations while you wait for your table at Taco Boy, to taking an insta-worthy pic at the “shimmer wall”, Morrison Yard hasn’t let their “front yard” go to waste. With thoughtful, charming touches like the free little library where anyone can take or swap a book, Morrison Yard doesn’t want to be seen as an “untouchable, exclusive” property but rather as an asset and extension of the community.

2. Resident Appreciation- Once you sign your lease don’t expect to no longer hear from the Morrison Yard Residence team. In fact, the opposite is true, Morrison Yard loves its residents and makes sure to offer a bustling social calendar. Offering on-site and off-site resident events like classes at Candlefish, Summer Courtyard Concert Series, weekly happy hours, group fitness classes, and even a weekly mobile farmers market, your schedule will be full and you are sure to know your neighbors. P.S. Did we mention you also get an allotted 24oz of cold brew coffee on tap or beer daily?

1. Best View Of the Ravenel Bridge- There’s a new killer view in town, and you don’t have to worry about paying hundreds for tickets and fighting crowds to enjoy some of Charleston’s best events. Morrison Yard has what can be argued as one of the best views of the Ravenel Bridge and harbor and you are guaranteed front-row seats to events like the Bridge Run, 4th of July Fireworks, and more. Both indoor and outdoor common areas allow you to socialize with your neighbors or host a few friends and enjoy the best seats in the harbor.

To learn more about Morrison Yard Residences, check out available apartments, or schedule a tour, please visit: morrisonyardresidences.com or follow their Instagram @morrisonyardresidences.