Published December 3, 2025

This Development Will Change Indian Land, A Charlotte Suburb, Forever

Written by Jay White

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https://youtu.be/DJvfP1iI6_Q?si=VrSpBqE0h0NjIifcThe Exchange is one of the largest developments ever built in Lancaster County — bringing Costco, Lowe’s Foods, new residential communities, medical facilities, and major infrastructure upgrades. Here’s a quick breakdown of what it means for Indian Land and why it matters for buyers, sellers, and investors.

Prime Location Draws Major Retailers
The Exchange is located at Highway 521 and Possum Hollow Road, a high-traffic stretch with nearly 29,700 vehicles daily. Its proximity to Red Ventures, Continental Tire, and Movement Mortgage positions it as a strategic retail hub within the Charlotte metro.

Key tenants include:

Costco: A 162,000-square-foot warehouse with fueling station
Lowe’s Foods: A 50,000-square-foot full-service grocery store
Target at Crossridge: A 149,000-square-foot store opening nearby

The cluster creates one of the strongest big-box retail concentrations in the region, reducing residents’ reliance on Charlotte and Fort Mill for daily shopping.

Housing Development Accelerates
The project includes 700-plus residential units, with additional nearby communities like Redstone Phase 2 and Sugar Creek adding to the momentum. Rapid growth has led to a nine-month residential moratorium along the 521 corridor as the county works to address infrastructure capacity.

Infrastructure & Healthcare Investments Rise in Parallel
Lancaster County is advancing a $125 million widening of Highway 521, along with new traffic signals and grant-backed transportation proposals. Healthcare expansion is also underway, led by the $300 million MUSC Indian Land Medical Campus, which includes a 52-bed hospital and medical office building opening between 2026–2027.

Market Impact & Outlook
Commercial land near 521 has surged to nearly $400,000 per acre, while for-sale housing remains in strong demand — with many townhomes at The Exchange pre-selling ahead of completion. The development is expected to keep more consumer spending local and strengthen long-term property values.

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