Myrtle Beach offers some of the most affordable oceanfront real estate in the nation. Money Magazine has listed Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach in their Top 20 of places to retire in the USA. Southern Living Magazine ranks this area as one of its top vacation destinations in the southeast.
The Grand Strand is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the USA. The relaxed coastal lifestyle, along with the broad entertainment opportunities contribute to the popularity of Myrtle Beach. Tons of things to do like shopping at the many outlet stores, Barefoot Landing, Broadway at the Beach. Enjoy a show at the Carolina Opry Alabama Theater or Legends in Concert. Play golf over 100 golf courses. Dine-in over 1,700 restaurants. These things along with the climate, the beach, and the ocean, make Coastal Carolina resort homes, condos and real estate to be one of the hottest investments in the United States.
We take the buying process as seriously as our buyers do, therefore we offer nothing but the highest quality of service to our clients. When you decide to purchase your condo, you want to make sure you hire someone whom you can trust, and someone who wants to earn your business. Buying a home or condo can be one of the most important purchases you will make, so make sure you have the right agent who can provide you with the experience and the service you deserve.
Does it Make Sense to Buy a Second Home?
What makes a smart vacation home buy? Here are some criteria to identify a smart vacation property:
1) Affordable
2) Convenient access, by car plane
3) Active vacation rental market
4) Plenty to do
5) Room to grow: an unsaturated market, situated near upscale destinations
Myrtle Beach, SC Meets & Exceeds ALL of these criteria!
Retire in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Some retirees who have relocated to the Myrtle Beach area are known as "half-backs". They have found that moving to Florida was too hot, too congested and Florida was way too far to drive back up North in 1 day. Making South Carolina "Halfway back" to "home" when they visit friends and family up north. America is moving to the coasts and a lot of retirees are here because of the ocean and beach lifestyle. Horry County has built over $1 billion dollars in new roads to handle the growth of the area. Very good planning! The good news for people who live here is tourism pays for a lot of what we locals enjoy. The Coastal Carolina area is of the nation's fastest-growing areas in the Nation. One key to the Grand Strands growth is that it remains a lot more affordable than other places to retire in the USA.
“Resort Lifestyle”
The city has a population of 32,000 Full-Time Residents, the number of visitors swells to an estimated 17 million as people vacation here. Much of the activity is focused on water sports, golf, and other entertainment. Many people move here from elsewhere, and quickly join in the spirit of southern hospitality, welcoming others and enjoying community events. While the number of visitors is large, it actually never really feels crowded since the area itself is spread over 60 miles. The lifestyle feels very small town, despite the rapid growth in population.
22,759 (2000)
29,971 (2007)
32,240 (2017)
Myrtle Beach city planners are well aware of the need to manage and plan for expansion, have wisely created a 20-year comprehensive plan.
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Airports Myrtle Beach: MYRTLE BEACH INTL (about 4 miles; MYRTLE BEACH, SC; ID: MYR)
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Escape Home honored Myrtle Beach as being one of the Top Ten 2nd Home Investments.
The Travel Channel has named Myrtle Beach one of America’s Best Beaches. Earning 18 out of a possible 20 stars, Myrtle Beach was singled out as the Best Family Beach. A review on The Travel Channel’s Web site, discovery.com, states that “Myrtle Beach is the East Coast’s ultimate vacation hub.”
Good rental market, with a 29% vacancy rate
Myrtle Beach has LOW Real Estate Property Taxes:
Year-round residences are taxed at 4%
Second-homes are taxed at 6%.
If you are over 65, there is a homestead exemption of $50,000. which reduces your property tax.
Cost of living index in Myrtle Beach: 90.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)
In the 1800s the rice plantations were well developed. Tourism began in the early 1900s, with the first hotel built in 1901 and beachfront homes could be bought for about $500. (WHAT A GREAT INVESTMENT!) In 1936, the Intercoastal Waterway opened. The town of Myrtle Beach was officially incorporated in 1938. A major hurricane in 1954 brought about new developments and an upsurge in golf that launched this area into one of the most favored vacation spots.
The Grand Strand has over 60 miles of clean white sand, palms, emerald fairways and warm sunny days. We have over 1700 restaurants, deep-sea fishing, great golf and to many shops and theater attractions to count. Myrtle Beach is a year-round resort with our mild year-round temperatures and warm summer days. Imagine sitting on the balcony of your own condo overlooking the beach and ocean. Or maybe even overlooking the green of your favorite golf course. There are many reasons to own a condo, but personal enjoyment is always one of the highest priorities as an owner.
Comfortable Climate Year-Round
Mild temperatures and gentle ocean breezes make this area a great destination at any time of the year! Average temperature highs and average monthly precipitation
Winter |
Air |
Water |
Precipitation |
December |
59 |
55 |
3.17" |
January |
57 |
51 |
3.80" |
February |
60 |
52 |
3.62" |
Spring |
Air |
Water |
Precipitation |
March |
66 |
57 |
4.27" |
April |
75 |
62 |
2.82" |
May |
82 |
69 |
4.03" |
Summer |
Air |
Water |
Precipitation |
June |
87 |
77 |
5.11" |
July |
90 |
81 |
6.09" |
August |
89 |
83 |
6.19" |
Fall |
Air |
Water |
Precipitation |
September |
84 |
80 |
5.57" |
October |
76 |
73 |
2.73" |
November |
68 |
65 |
2.80" |
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