South Carolina 55+ Communities By Price, City, HOA Fees | James Schiller Team

South Carolina has become one of the hottest markets in America for 55+ communities as folks struggle to find insurance55+ communities in South Carolina providers in the state of Florida because of hurricanes, SC has become very popular. While the coastal markets of South Carolina are where you'll find most of the 55+ communities and yes we realize that we too are no strangers to hurricanes, we do not compare to FL. That said, home builders for 55+ communities such as Del Webb are very active here in our beautiful state. With favorable tax laws for seniors and top-level healthcare like MUSC in Charleston SC baby boomers are finding a new life in South Carolina for retirement. Below you'll find the most comprehesive list of 55+ communities for the state of South Carolina broken down by market, region, city, monthly dues and more. As a specialist in this market of seller and buyers alike I felt it was the responsible thing to do to provide folks a place to get their questions answered. Please feel free to reach out.

LIST OF 55+ COMMUNITIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA

NAME OF 55+ Community in SCTOWN / CITYHome StyleRegion/MarketMonthly Fees
Del Webb Cane Bay PlantationSummerville SCDetached HomesNear Charleston$350
Four Seasons of Cane BaySummerville SCDetached HomesNear Charleston$300
The PeninsulaDowntown CharlestonMid Rise Luxury CondosCity Of Charleston$1000+/-
Del Webb NextonSummerville SCDetached HomesNear Charleston$300
The Elms of CharlestonNorth CharlestonAttached & Detached HomesCharleston$230
Horizons at Summers CornerSummerville SCDetached HomesNear Charleston$238
Cresswinds at The PondsSummerville SCDetached HomesNear Charleston$260
Hammock WalkSummerville SCAttached TownhomesNear Charleston$225
The Pines at GahaganSummerville SCDetached HomesNear Charleston$230
Liberty Cottages at Park WestMount PleasantDetached HomesNear Charleston$370
The Restore at Carolina ParkMount PleasantDetached HomesNear Charleston$360
The Cottages at Carolina ParkMount PleasantDetached HomesNear Charleston$187
Paxton MeadowsGreer SCDetached HomesUpstate SC$200
Del Webb GreenvilleGreenville SCDetached HomesUpstate SC??
Rolling Green VillageGreenville SCAttached TownhomesUpstate SC$320
SwansgateGreenville SCAttached TownhomesUpstate SC$518
Hulon GreenWest ColumbiaDetached HomesMidlands$280
Agape VillageWest ColumbiaAttached TownhomesMidlands$675
Del Webb - Grande DunesMyrtle BeachDetached HomesMyrtle Beach$354
Del Webb - N. Myrtle BeachNorth Myrtle BeachDetached HomesMyrtle Beach$285
Grande Dunes Waterside EdgeMyrtle BeachDetached HousesMyrtle Beach$470
Carillon-TuscanyMyrtle BeachDetached HousesMyrtle Beach$392
Woodlake VillageMurrells InletDetached HousesMyrtle Beach$133
RivergateLittle RiverAttached TownhomesMyrtle Beach$379
Myrtle TraceConwayDetached HomesMyrtle Beach$90
Spring ForestMurrells InletDetached HousesMyrtle Beach$109
Lakeside CrossingConwayDetached HousesMyrtle Beach$565
     
     
    

 

MORE ABOUT SOUTH CAROLINA 55+ COMMUNITY LIVING

It’s no shocker that South Carolina is a retiree magnet. With its warm weather, lower taxes, and an endless supply of golf courses, it’s practically a paradise for anyone looking to swap snow shovels for pickleball paddles. And nothing proves this more than the explosion of 55+ communities and patio homes popping up across the state. In the Greenville-Spartanburg area, there are now five true 55+ communities, while Charleston boasts ten, with Myrtle Beach making an approach to 2nd—plus a few developments where builders have sneakily carved out special sections just for active adults who want to live near younger neighbors but not too close.

That said, many 55+ communities do cater to a relaxed lifestyle, offering perks like low-maintenance homes, lawn care, and even some security features (which is great if you want to stop worrying about your lawn and start focusing on more important things—like perfecting your backswing). These neighborhoods also tend to be located near medical facilities, shopping centers, and restaurants, because let's be honest—good healthcare and a solid early-bird special are key to a successful retirement.

MLS Listings Data: 55+ Community

Total Listings:333
Average Price:$431,162
Highest Listing Price:$1,699,900
Average Days On Market:107

At this time there are 333 houses for sale in the 55+ communities of SC. Real estate property listings on MLS in the communities for 55+ buyers have an average sales price of $431,162, ranging in price from $37,000 to $1,699,900. The average sq ft home in a 55+ community is approximately 1,836 square feet for a house in subdivisions by builders like Del Webb. The largest 55+ houses for sale is 4,815 sqft and the smallest 300 sqft. View 55+ property listings for sale by price, street, subdivision, age, property type, location, features, size, listing date, and time on MLS with an average of one hundred seven days on the market. 

PATIO HOMES IN SOUTH CAROLINA

The South Carolina real estate market has a lot of patio home communities, also knowns as "garden homes", and often times referred to as "low-maintenance" homes which are also popular with seniors who aren't ready to transition to a 55+ community quite yet. The advantages of these types of homes is their small lots sizes, single story, and smaller sq ft for ease of maintenance. You'll find that patio homes are quite prevalent throughout most of all South Carolina's major market areas. 

Now, if you’re thinking, “I don’t want rules about who can live in my neighborhood, but I do want a home that doesn’t require a ladder to change a lightbulb,” patio homes might be the better fit. Patio home communities aren’t age-restricted, but they’re designed for easy living—think single-level homes, smaller yards, and minimal maintenance. These neighborhoods attract a mix of retirees, empty nesters, and people who just hate yard work. While they often come with amenities like walking trails, pools, and clubhouses, they don’t have the same “55+ vibe,” meaning you might have a 30-something neighbor who hosts questionable karaoke parties on Tuesday nights.

If you're interested in this vs a 55+ community in SC, please visit the list below of some of the more popular communities such as this which older retirees find appealing. 

So, whether you’re dreaming of an age-restricted, HOA-enforced oasis or a low-maintenance home where you can live your best life with no age limits, South Carolina has options. Just make sure to do your homework—because not all 55+ communities come with a free bingo night, and not all patio homes are free of neighbors who still think drum sets make a great Christmas gift.