Aldi Expands to Another Charleston Suburb

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The discount supermarket chain Aldi has opened seven stores in the Charleston region since 2015, but it has yet to set up shop in West Ashley. That could be changing, according to comments made at a recent city meeting, as Aldi looks to continue its regional expansion in the Charleston area.

Why it matters

Aldi's expansion into West Ashley would bring the discount grocer's low-price model to another Charleston suburb, increasing competition and access to affordable food options for local residents. The company's continued growth in the region signals Charleston's appeal as a market for discount retail.

The details

Aldi representatives discussed plans for a new West Ashley location at a recent city meeting, though specific details on the proposed store's size, location, and timeline were not provided. The discount grocer has steadily grown its footprint in the Charleston area over the past decade, opening seven stores since 2015 across the region.

• Aldi has opened seven stores in the Charleston region since 2015.
• Aldi representatives discussed plans for a new West Ashley location at a recent city meeting.

What’s next

Aldi has not yet announced a confirmed timeline or location for its planned West Ashley store, but the company's comments at the city meeting suggest the expansion is in the works.