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Surfside Beach

Two square miles, no oceanfront resorts, and a nickname it has earned since 1964 — The Family Beach.

The widely popular town of Surfside Beach, South Carolina is one reason the Myrtle Beach area continually ranks as the best family-friendly beach year after year. Located just south of Myrtle Beach this 2 square mile area offers residents a laid-back small town atmosphere.

You won't find sprawling oceanfront resorts in Surfside Beach, instead raised beach homes with minimal impact to the wondrous natural beauty of the Grand Strand. Also, the area has numerous updated brick ranch style homes or newly built homes reflecting the latest trends in area beach architecture.

With a growing population of around 4,100 residents, this vibrant region has an abundance of space for any family, couple, or individual looking to move to the area. In addition to its splendid location and the resulting easy access to other delightful cities, Surfside Beach provides numerous impressive amenities and entertainment.

The First Autism-Friendly Travel Destination in the World

Proof that Surfside Beach is progressive and values its family-friendly atmosphere, it is the first autistic friendly travel destination in the nation.

The town council signed the proclamation in January 2016, making Surfside Beach the first place in the world to formally adopt the designation. It came from a Surfside resident, Becky Large, founder of the Champion Autism Network and mother of a son on the autism spectrum. Town employees and the Police and Fire Departments have all completed autism supportive certification.

The town marked ten years of the designation in January 2026. For families for whom lights, sounds, crowds and unpredictability make travel difficult, it is a genuinely different proposition — and it says something about the town that residents choose to live in.

The Family Beach

Incorporated in 1964 and known by that name ever since.

Lowest Town Millage

At 43.0 mills, the lowest municipal rate among the Grand Strand towns.

Golf Cart Town

Most of Surfside is reachable by golf cart between the ocean and Highway 17.

The Surfside Beach Pier

The town-owned fishing pier is the center of Surfside Beach. Originally built in 1953 and rebuilt several times since, it was destroyed by Hurricane Matthew in October 2016 and reopened in March 2024 after a long rebuild.

Beyond the pier, the town maintains seven public parks with tennis, bocce and shuffleboard, and 36 beach access points. The beaches are cleaned daily and supervised by lifeguards and police, and several access points offer showers, restrooms and accessible ramps.

Surfside Beach Real Estate

Housing here reflects the town's character. Raised beach homes sit alongside updated brick ranch style houses and newer construction, with no high-rise resorts along the oceanfront. Condos are available both near the beach and further back toward Highway 17.

Property tax is worth knowing about. Surfside Beach's municipal millage of 43.0 mills is the lowest of the Grand Strand towns, well below the City of Myrtle Beach. See Horry County Property Tax for how that calculates on a specific property.

Garden City Beach is immediately to the south and Murrells Inlet beyond it, if you want to compare the South Strand options.

Why Buyers Choose Surfside Beach

Surfside is the beach town for people who want a neighborhood rather than a destination. Two square miles, 4,100 residents, no resort towers, and a pier the town owns rather than a company. Families come for that and stay for it.

The autism-friendly designation is not a marketing line here either. It came from a resident, the town passed it formally, and municipal staff are trained for it. For families who need that, there is nowhere else quite like it.

For more information about Homes for Sale Surfside Beach SC or to schedule a showing please call/text Ashley DeLong, Realtor at (843) 685-3191 today!

Frequently Asked Questions About Surfside Beach

Where is Surfside Beach SC?

Surfside Beach sits just south of Myrtle Beach on the South Strand, between Myrtle Beach and Garden City Beach. It covers about 2 square miles with a population of around 4,100 residents.

Why is Surfside Beach called the Family Beach?

Surfside Beach was incorporated in 1964 and has been known as The Family Beach since. There are no sprawling oceanfront resorts, the beaches are cleaned daily and supervised by lifeguards, and the town maintains seven public parks.

Is Surfside Beach autism friendly?

Yes. In January 2016 Surfside Beach became the first town in the world to formally adopt the autism-friendly travel destination designation. The initiative came from resident Becky Large, founder of the Champion Autism Network, and town employees along with the Police and Fire Departments have completed autism supportive certification.

Is the Surfside Beach pier open?

Yes. The town-owned fishing pier was destroyed by Hurricane Matthew in October 2016 and reopened in March 2024 after being rebuilt.

What types of homes are in Surfside Beach?

Raised beach homes, updated brick ranch style houses and newer construction reflecting current beach architecture. There are no high-rise oceanfront resorts, and condos are available both near the beach and toward Highway 17.

How do property taxes in Surfside Beach compare?

Surfside Beach has a municipal millage of 43.0 mills, the lowest among the Grand Strand towns and well below the City of Myrtle Beach at 83.4 mills. Millage is set annually, so confirm current rates with the Horry County Auditor.