Carolina Forest Homes for Sale
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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Carolina Forest SC
Located just West of the Intracoastal Waterway and minutes inland from the groomed beaches of Myrtle Beach, SC is the Master Planned area known as Carolina Forest Myrtle Beach SC (zip code 29579). Carolina Forest Homes for Sale encompass a 12,000-acre tract of pristine woodlands, expected to contain 20,000 homes before completion.
These communities are highly sought after because of their great home values and the award-winning Carolina Forest schools. Buyers will find single-family homes, condos and townhomes across dozens of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own architecture, amenities and price range.
Browse the newest Carolina Forest homes for sale below, or explore the individual Carolina Forest neighborhoods to find the property that best matches your needs.
Homes for SaleAbout $250,000 to $5.2 million
Most HomesAbout $350,000 to $800,000
Waterway & LuxuryFrom about $1 million
Homes for Sale in Carolina Forest SC
Carolina Forest is the largest single market in the Myrtle Beach area, with roughly 175 houses for sale at any time, before condos and townhomes are counted. The entry point is about $250,000 for a three-bedroom in Avalon, Walkers Woods or Southgate, and the top is the gated waterway, where homes in The Bluffs, Waterway Palms Plantation and The Battery run from about $1 million to $2 million and a waterway estate can list above $5 million. Most houses for sale in Carolina Forest fall between $350,000 and $800,000, which covers The Farm, Plantation Lakes, Waterbridge, Brighton Lakes and the newer sections still being built.
Carolina Forest SC townhomes for sale and condos start well below the houses, and the cards above link to every one of those communities. Because all of Carolina Forest shares one zip code and one school district, the choice is usually between neighborhoods rather than between towns, and the price band above is a good first filter.
Carolina Forest Neighborhoods
Use the community links below to view available homes, neighborhood information and current real estate listings throughout the Carolina Forest area.
Carolina Forest Homes
On the Intracoastal Waterway
All four waterway neighborhoods in Carolina Forest are gated.
- The Battery on the Waterway
- The Bluffs on the Waterway
- Carolina Waterway Plantation
- Waterway Palms Plantation
Gated Communities
Black Creek Plantation has the largest lots in Carolina Forest, up to seven acres, with room for equestrian use.
- Black Creek Plantation up to 7-acre lots
- Brighton Lakes
- Carillon at Tuscany
- Covington Lake East
- Indigo Bay
- Legends
- Waterbridge
Throughout Carolina Forest
Carolina Forest Condos
Carolina Forest Luxury & Gated
Whether you're looking for Homes for Sale in Carolina Forest SC or Carolina Forest Condos, you're sure to find the perfect one for you. You'll find every possible amenity the beach offers at a multitude of price points and home styles.
Popular gated waterway neighborhoods include The Bluffs on the Waterway and Waterway Palms Plantation. Well known luxury neighborhoods include Plantation Lakes, Waterbridge, and Black Creek Plantation.
Waterway Access
Gated neighborhoods along the Intracoastal Waterway offer boat storage and private launch access.
Award-Winning Schools
The Carolina Forest school district is one of the area's most sought after by relocating families.
Minutes from the Beach
Inland value with the Myrtle Beach oceanfront a short drive east across the waterway.
Carolina Forest Myrtle Beach
Carolina Forest Myrtle Beach neighborhoods offer residents numerous walking and bike paths, a new library, and a new community activity center with indoor pool. Its planned commercial districts have shopping, great schools, churches, public services and professional services.
The highly awarded McLeod Medical Center recently completed construction of a Medical Office complex and is planning a surgery center. Carolina Forest is minutes from the best entertainment and restaurants the area offers.
If you would like to see home prices and other information gathered over the last six months in Carolina Forest, see my Carolina Forest Market Report.
Carolina Forest New Construction
Because Carolina Forest is still building out toward its projected 20,000 homes, Carolina Forest SC new construction for sale is consistently available alongside established resale inventory, from new homes in Brighton Lakes to custom builds in the waterway neighborhoods. Newer sections generally offer contemporary open layouts, current finishes and builder warranties, while established neighborhoods often provide mature landscaping and larger lots.
HOA fees, included services and community amenities vary considerably from one Carolina Forest neighborhood to the next. Buyers should compare not only the home itself, but also monthly ownership costs, amenity access and community guidelines before making a decision.
Property Taxes in Carolina Forest
Carolina Forest has a Myrtle Beach mailing address but sits outside the city limits, in unincorporated Horry County, so there is no city millage on the tax bill. A primary residence is assessed at 4% and a second home at 6%, and the taxable value resets to your purchase price when you close, whatever the seller was paying. On a $350,000 primary residence in Carolina Forest the 2025 bill is about $1,287 a year; the same house as a second home is about $4,221. See my Horry County Property Tax page for the rates and the homestead exemption, or run your own price through my property tax calculator.
Why Buyers Choose Carolina Forest
Carolina Forest appeals to buyers who want more space and value than the oceanfront allows, without giving up convenient access to the beach. Its combination of schools, parks, shopping, medical facilities and a genuine range of price points makes it one of the fastest growing communities in the nation.
The most important thing to understand is how much the individual neighborhoods differ. Buyers who want gated waterway access will prioritize a different community from those seeking new construction, a golf course setting, or a low-maintenance townhome close to shopping.
Search Carolina Forest
Every listing in Carolina Forest, from the local MLS. Browse as a map or a list, or see how the area has been selling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carolina Forest
Where is Carolina Forest located?
Carolina Forest sits just west of the Intracoastal Waterway, minutes inland from the beaches of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Its location offers inland value while keeping the oceanfront a short drive east.
How much are homes for sale in Carolina Forest SC?
Houses for sale in Carolina Forest run from about $250,000 for a three-bedroom in Avalon, Walkers Woods or Southgate to $1 million to $2 million on the gated waterway, with a few estates above $5 million. Most homes list between $350,000 and $800,000, and roughly 175 houses are on the market at a time, plus condos and townhomes.
How far is Carolina Forest from Myrtle Beach?
Carolina Forest is about ten miles from the Myrtle Beach oceanfront, a 15 to 20 minute drive east on Highway 501 or across the waterway on Grissom Parkway. Its mailing address is Myrtle Beach, SC 29579.
How large is Carolina Forest?
Carolina Forest is a master-planned area covering roughly a 12,000-acre tract of woodlands and is expected to contain about 20,000 homes once fully built out.
What types of homes are available in Carolina Forest?
Buyers can find single-family homes, condominiums and townhomes across dozens of neighborhoods, spanning a wide range of price points, home styles and levels of maintenance.
Are there gated communities in Carolina Forest?
Yes. Gated neighborhoods in Carolina Forest include The Bluffs on the Waterway, Waterway Palms Plantation, Waterbridge and Black Creek Plantation. Gated access varies from one Carolina Forest neighborhood to the next, so confirm it for the specific community you are considering.
Do Carolina Forest neighborhoods have HOA fees?
Most Carolina Forest neighborhoods have a homeowners association, but fees, included services and amenity access vary considerably by community. Current HOA documents and costs should be reviewed for the specific property being considered.
What amenities does Carolina Forest offer?
Residents have access to walking and bike paths, a library, a community activity center with an indoor pool, planned commercial districts with shopping and professional services, churches, and the McLeod Medical Center campus.
Is Carolina Forest inside the city of Myrtle Beach for property taxes?
No. Carolina Forest has a Myrtle Beach mailing address but sits in unincorporated Horry County, so there is no city millage on the tax bill. A $350,000 primary residence pays about $1,287 a year at 2025 rates, and the same home as a second home pays about $4,221. The taxable value resets to the purchase price at closing.
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