A Place at the Beach Without the Oceanfront Price Tag
Owning a beach house along South Carolina's South Strand doesn't necessarily mean buying oceanfront—or even within walking distance of the beach.
For buyers willing to explore neighborhoods a little farther from the sand, there may be opportunities to enjoy the coastal lifestyle at a more manageable price.
With nearly 30 years of local real estate experience, Jim Allison of Dunes Realty Sales shares several communities worth considering in Garden City Beach, Surfside Beach, Litchfield, and Pawleys Island.
WHERE TO LOOK BEYOND THE OCEANFRONT
Garden City Beach
Just a few streets back from the ocean, buyers can find established residential neighborhoods with a variety of home styles and price points. Areas around Seabreeze Drive and Calhoun Drive are worth exploring.
Salters Cove
This established community offers an alternative to oceanfront ownership, with neighborhood amenities and a residential atmosphere. Buyers should understand the community's rental restrictions before purchasing.
Surfside Beach
Beyond the streets closest to the ocean, Surfside Beach offers residential neighborhoods that can appeal to second-home buyers. Location, beach access, and local rental regulations are important considerations.
MORE OPTIONS IN LITCHFIELD AND PAWLEYS ISLAND
The search doesn't have to end in Garden City or Surfside Beach.
Communities such as Da Gullah Way, The Village at Mingo, The Hammocks at Mingo, and Pawleys Landing offer additional possibilities for buyers interested in a beach-area home without paying oceanfront prices.
Each community has its own character, amenities, and ownership considerations.
WATCH: A PLACE AT THE BEACH WITHOUT THE OCEANFRONT PRICE TAG
WATCH: A PLACE AT THE BEACH WITHOUT THE OCEANFRONT PRICE TAG
Jim Allison shares affordable beach-home opportunities in Garden City Beach, Surfside Beach, Litchfield, and Pawleys Island, South Carolina.