The engine of the Grand Strand — from oceanfront condos to The Market Common, golf, schools, and how to read the widest property market on the SC coast.
Myrtle Beach is the engine of the Grand Strand — 60 miles of Atlantic shoreline with the region's deepest pool of dining, entertainment, golf, and, for buyers, the widest range of property types anywhere on the South Carolina coast.
The lifestyle
The city has evolved well beyond the boardwalk. The Market Common turned a former Air Force base into a walkable, upscale district of shops, restaurants, parks, and residences — one of the most sought-after addresses in the area — while the oceanfront still delivers the classic beach-town energy.
Things to do
- The 1.2-mile Boardwalk and Promenade and the SkyWheel along the classic beachfront.
- Broadway at the Beach for attractions, dining, and nightlife.
- World-class golf — the Grand Strand is one of the country's premier golf destinations — plus Myrtle Beach State Park.
The market & the homes
Range is the whole story. On the oceanfront you'll find everything from investor-friendly high-rise condos to estate homes; inland, master-planned and golf-course communities offer more space and value a few minutes back from the sand. It's the best market on the Strand for short-term rental investors — with the caveat that rules vary by building and zone, so verify before you buy.
Schools & the practical stuff
Schools run through Horry County Schools, and city services through the City of Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach International Airport sits right in the city. Discover Myrtle Beach is the official tourism overview.
