The Family Beach — a quiet, golf-cart-friendly town between Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet, with its own pier, parks, and a softer price point near the sand.
Surfside Beach calls itself “The Family Beach,” and the name is earned. An incorporated town tucked between Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet, it's quieter and more residential than its big neighbor — golf-cart friendly, walkable, and built around a clean public beach and a rebuilt ocean pier.
The lifestyle
Surfside hits a specific sweet spot: a true small-town feel with its own town government, police, and parks — but only minutes from The Market Common, the airport, and everything Myrtle Beach offers. It's a favorite of families and retirees who want calm without isolation.
Things to do
- The Surfside Beach Pier — fishing, dining, and the center of beach life.
- An active town calendar of family events and farmers markets.
- Quick access to Murrells Inlet's MarshWalk and Myrtle Beach's attractions, both a short drive away.
The market & the homes
Inventory runs from beach cottages and raised houses near the sand to single-family neighborhoods and condos a few blocks back. For comparable proximity to the water, Surfside generally offers a softer price point than oceanfront Myrtle Beach — a big part of its appeal to first-time beach buyers.
Schools & the practical stuff
Children attend Horry County Schools, with broader services through Horry County. Myrtle Beach International Airport is about 15 minutes north. Visit Surfside Beach and the official Discover South Carolina page are good overviews.
