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    The History of Carolina Forest Housing Developments

    What’s become the fastest-growing portion of the ever-expanding Myrtle Beach housing market was once no more than a piece of rural eastern Horry County known as the Buist Tract.

    Carolina Forest housing was once covered in dense foliage and longleaf pines, the 30,000 acre Buist Tract plot that would become Carolina Forest was purchased by International Paper in 1937 for its potential in paper producing.

    Over the next 60 years, the area served various uses — including being used as a gunnery and bombing range during World War II, being donated to form Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Trust Preserve and later becoming home to the area’s most prominent hub of higher learning.

    Coastal Carolina Junior College, founded in 1954 as a charter of the College of Charleston, became the Coastal Carolina Campus of the University of South Carolina in 1960 after International Paper donated a part of its land for the development of the college.

    Coastal Carolina University was awarded independent status in 1993 and over the past two decades has grown its enrollment to nearly 10,000 students, while continuing to expand its campus and infrastructure.

    The 1990s: A master plan for Carolina Forest homes

    In the mid-1990s the vision of Carolina Forest as the area’s first master-planned community began to take shape with International Paper selling more and more of its land and helping to develop the backbone of the area’s two main roadways.

    With both Carolina Forest Boulevard and River Oaks Drive completed, in 1997 Horry County put its stamp of approval on development of the area by voting to freeze zoning rules for more than 7,000 acres of land that would accommodate roughly 35,000 residents over the next 20 years. 

    As development began to take off, three schools were built to accommodate incoming residents including Carolina Forest Elementary School (opened in 1996) and Carolina Forest middle and high schools (opened on a shared campus in 1997).

    The 2000s: Growing the Carolina Forest housing market

    By 2000, the population of Carolina Forest had grown to nearly 3,400 residents — according to census data — but that increase was nothing compared to the more than 500 percent increase in population it would see over the next decade.

    During the early part of the decade, a number of new developments popped up. Subdivisions such as Avalon (2000), Walkers Woods (2000), Black Creek Plantation (2002), Bellgrove (2003), The Farm (2003), Plantation Lakes (2003) and The Bluffs (2003) provided plenty of new Carolina Forest homes for sale. 

    As these developments grew, added traffic put stress in the roadway infrastructure of the area.

    Though the original agreement between Horry County and International Paper did not require the widening of Carolina Forest Boulevard or River Oaks Drive to four lanes, in 2004 roadway expansion began with a third lane added in certain areas.

    In 2006, the Carolina Forest schools saw a major shakeup as attendance had doubled at the elementary school — with many kids being taught in portable units — and the middle and high school complex also approached its capacity.

    Carolina Forest Middle School was then closed to make room for expansion of the high school, while two new schools — Ocean Bay Middle School and Ocean Bay Elementary — opened that year in an area along International Drive to help alleviate the overcrowding.

    In 2007, the area’s first community newspaper, the Carolina Forest Chronicle, was launched by Waccamaw Publishers being distributed weekly to roughly 13,000 residents in the area. 

    Throughout that year and into 2008 road expansion continued with more widening — up to 5 lanes in some areas — to accommodate growing retail and restaurant development at both ends of Carolina Forest Boulevard.

    In 2009, the Carolina Forest Civic Association was established in an effort to represent the people, businesses, and the organizations of the community and ensure a voice for residents throughout all levels of government. 

    Since forming the group has addressed a variety of issues ranging from roads and bike paths to increased public safety, economic development and annexation and tax issues with Myrtle Beach.

    The 2010s: Carolina Forest community gains its center

    Though the rapid pace of housing development has slowed over the past several years with the national housing bubble and recession, the overall growth of the community continues. 

    According to census data, the area now houses well over 21,000 residents.

    In 2010, construction began on the area’s first major community projects, a community center and library located near the center of Carolina Forest Boulevard.

    The $4 million Carolina Forest Community Center opened in spring 2012 and features a gym, walking track, multipurpose meeting rooms and an exercise room, plus an open lobby with room for games.

    The Horry County Carolina Forest Library opened that fall. The 20,000 square foot facility features children's and young adult areas, 24 computer stations, a public meeting room, a conference room and a large play area — known as the Palmetto Adventure Land playground — outback. 

    Some of the area’s most recent developments have taken place near the intersection of International Drive and Carolina Forest Boulevard.

    This area, which will be the gateway to an International Drive extension — scheduled to begin in 2014 —  will eventually include a new gas station, grocery store and several other retail shops.

    Several areas including The Farm, Waterbridge Plantation, and others are continuing to expand. Overall, Carolina Forest home sales are up significantly since last year and median home prices continue to be on the rise, making now a great time to buy in this beautiful community.

    For more information on the history of the area or details on Myrtle Beach homes for sale in the Carolina Forest area, please don’t hesitate to contact us or give us a call at 843-839-9870.

     

    Carolina Forest Homes for Sale

    4823 Seabreeze Ln., Myrtle Beach image
    4823 Seabreeze Ln., Myrtle Beach $359,900

    LOOK NO FURTHER FOR A NEW ONE YEAR OLD HOME IN WATERFORD PLANTATION! This beautifully crafted home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a formal dining room and master bedr...

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1925788 MLS
    Courtesy of Myrtle Beach Realty Group , Alaina Doria

    Listing courtesy of Myrtle Beach Realty Group , Alaina Doria.

    505 Waccamaw Pines Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    505 Waccamaw Pines Dr., Myrtle Beach $159,000

    Located in the up and coming Carolina Forest area, this home is just minutes from some of the best fishing, dining, and live entertainment the Grand Strand has to offer! ...

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925702 MLS
    Courtesy of Harrison Realty Company , Emme Yeargin

    Listing courtesy of Harrison Realty Company , Emme Yeargin.

    2348 Clandon Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    2348 Clandon Dr., Myrtle Beach $304,900

    Welcome home to this elegant, 4 bed 3 bath, all brick home in the desirable Covington Lakes community! From the front entrance, this home features hardwood floors, a gas ...

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1925662 MLS
    Courtesy of Keller Williams MB S. Realty , Carol Cassidy

    Listing courtesy of Keller Williams MB S. Realty , Carol Cassidy.

    466 Swanson Dr. Unit 466, Myrtle Beach image
    466 Swanson Dr. Unit 466, Myrtle Beach $179,900

    Welcome to this spacious town home in the heart of Carolina Forest! This unit features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a large downstairs master suite. Upsta...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925646 MLS
    Courtesy of Palmetto Coastal Homes , Jennifer Mullen

    Listing courtesy of Palmetto Coastal Homes , Jennifer Mullen.

    1208 Bentcreek Ln., Myrtle Beach image
    1208 Bentcreek Ln., Myrtle Beach $399,000

    Under Construction! Brand New 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home on premium lot in the Prestigious Carolina Waterway Plantation! Nestled on the South End of Myrtle Beach Cypress Riv...

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1925599 MLS
    Courtesy of The Beverly Group , Adam Wilson

    Listing courtesy of The Beverly Group , Adam Wilson.

    525 Foxglove Ct., Myrtle Beach image
    525 Foxglove Ct., Myrtle Beach $274,900

    Take a move in the right direction and come see this beautiful home located in the established community of Spring Lake! As you enter through the foyer, you will notice h...

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925595 MLS
    Courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage Surfside , Amy Randall

    Listing courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage Surfside , Amy Randall.

    409 Fly Line Ct., Myrtle Beach image
    409 Fly Line Ct., Myrtle Beach $76,900

    Welcome to Brighton Lakes. An upscale gated community located in the Carolina Forest area offering large parcels with an amazing location. The homes in this community are...

    • 1925570 MLS
    Courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Brian Yager

    Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Brian Yager.

    3261 Saddlewood Circle, Myrtle Beach image
    3261 Saddlewood Circle, Myrtle Beach $355,000

    Spacious family home on the water. Stunning hardwood floors greet you from the front entry through the main living areas. The formal dining room is on the left as you wal...

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1925549 MLS
    Courtesy of BRG MI , Holly Markt & Jenn Deer Team

    Listing courtesy of BRG MI , Holly Markt & Jenn Deer Team.

    240 Deep Blue Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    240 Deep Blue Dr., Myrtle Beach $293,000

    240 Deep Blue Drive is a mint move-in ready home in the gated community of Brighton Lakes. Fantastic sightlines and ample natural light, from a bank of windows on the b...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925447 MLS
    Courtesy of JTE Real Estate , Jason Ellis

    Listing courtesy of JTE Real Estate , Jason Ellis.

    Lot 486 Sparkle Ct., Myrtle Beach image
    Lot 486 Sparkle Ct., Myrtle Beach $49,900

    EXCELLENT VALUE FOR THIS DREAM CUL-DE-SAC LOT LOCATED IN WATERFORD PLANTATION! YOU MUST VIEW TO APPRECIATE THE LOCATION! WATERFORD IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED NEAR SCHOOLS, ...

    • 1925432 MLS
    Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Paige Bird

    Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Paige Bird.

    4896 Sandlewood Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    4896 Sandlewood Dr., Myrtle Beach $248,615

    Brand new section now open at Clear Pond! One Story Morgan Floor Plan 3BR / 2BA plus huge private study and covered porch; @ 1702 sf.Stainless Steel gas appliances. Grani...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925348 MLS
    Courtesy of Pulte Home Company, LLC , William Gainey

    Listing courtesy of Pulte Home Company, LLC , William Gainey.

    4904 Sandlewood Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    4904 Sandlewood Dr., Myrtle Beach $249,615

    3BR / 2.5BA + Flex + HUGE Loft Hartwell Plan, 2394 sq ft. This floor plan has a beautiful kitchen, designed for entertaining and efficient cooking. Owner's Suite, Laund...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925344 MLS
    Courtesy of Pulte Home Company, LLC , Beth Ann Jackson

    Listing courtesy of Pulte Home Company, LLC , Beth Ann Jackson.

    535 Wildflower Trail, Myrtle Beach image
    535 Wildflower Trail, Myrtle Beach $219,999

    This 3 bedroom 2 bath single family home is a golf lovers delight! Located on the Southcreek course at Myrtle National, this home boasts amazing fairway views. Enjoy wa...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925295 MLS
    Courtesy of BRG NMB , Richardson Property Advisors

    Listing courtesy of BRG NMB , Richardson Property Advisors.

    635 Slash Pine Ct., Myrtle Beach image
    635 Slash Pine Ct., Myrtle Beach $332,500

    Welcome home to this 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home located on a large, private lot in the quiet community of Spring Lake in Carolina Forest. As you walk into the foyer, yo...

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1925271 MLS
    Courtesy of Century 21 Barefoot Realty , Kevin Mills

    Listing courtesy of Century 21 Barefoot Realty , Kevin Mills.

    6052 Quinn Rd., Myrtle Beach image
    6052 Quinn Rd., Myrtle Beach $199,900

    Well cared for home on a nice sized, partially wooded lot with a view of the lake. The over-sized 2 car garage with attic storage will accommodate a larger vehicle on th...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925256 MLS
    Courtesy of BRG MI , Darren Woodard Team

    Listing courtesy of BRG MI , Darren Woodard Team.

    1056 Stoney Falls Blvd., Myrtle Beach image
    1056 Stoney Falls Blvd., Myrtle Beach $184,000

    Avalon is a great location within Carolina Forest with easy access to all of the Grand Strand! Quick drive to the beach and proximity to restaurants, stores and schools. ...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925192 MLS
    Courtesy of CENTURY 21 Boling & Associates , Joanna Morgan

    Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Boling & Associates , Joanna Morgan.

    823 Celene Ct., Myrtle Beach image
    823 Celene Ct., Myrtle Beach $52,900

    Welcome to Covington Lakes East. An upscale gated community located in the Carolina Forest area offering large parcels with an amazing location. The homes in this commu...

    • 1925186 MLS
    Courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Brian Yager

    Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Brian Yager.

    512 Waccamaw Pines Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    512 Waccamaw Pines Dr., Myrtle Beach $139,900

    Don’t miss out on a fantastic opportunity to own this completely remodeled and move in ready 3br/2bath home in desirable Emerald Forest just minutes away from the beach, ...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925171 MLS
    Courtesy of Beach One Realty LLC , Darya Wojtyra

    Listing courtesy of Beach One Realty LLC , Darya Wojtyra.

    LOT 415 Waterbridge Blvd., Myrtle Beach image
    LOT 415 Waterbridge Blvd., Myrtle Beach $129,900

    What an amazing LOT to build your dream home on! Lake Lot on Palmetto lake in this gated community of Waterbridge; consisting of 80 acres of lakes!!!This is Resort Living...

    • 1925161 MLS
    Courtesy of Real Estate Modo Inc , Brian Piercy

    Listing courtesy of Real Estate Modo Inc , Brian Piercy.

    4929 Pond Shoals Ct. Unit 101, Myrtle Beach image
    4929 Pond Shoals Ct. Unit 101, Myrtle Beach $135,000

    Beautiful Windsor Green Quiet Community, 1st floor condo with a lot of conveniences on a pond, parking in front of the unit, outside grill with gazebo, picnic table, pool...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925113 MLS
    Courtesy of Sellers Choice Real Estate NMB , Bonnie Stotelmyer

    Listing courtesy of Sellers Choice Real Estate NMB , Bonnie Stotelmyer.

    542 Hay Hill Ln., Myrtle Beach image
    542 Hay Hill Ln., Myrtle Beach $234,900

    Beautiful home located in "The Farm" in the desirable Carolina Forest community. Newly built in 2017, this home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a two car garage. Bea...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1925074 MLS
    Courtesy of BeachConnection Realty , Dalton Warren

    Listing courtesy of BeachConnection Realty , Dalton Warren.

    4854 Meadowsweet Dr. Unit 1903, Myrtle Beach image
    4854 Meadowsweet Dr. Unit 1903, Myrtle Beach — Bay Meadows $103,500

    Welcome home to this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom first floor condo in Bay Meadows. This unit features an open floor plan of the main living areas, making the home feel very gra...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924902 MLS
    • Bay Meadows Bldg.
    Courtesy of Century 21 Barefoot Realty , Kevin Mills

    Listing courtesy of Century 21 Barefoot Realty , Kevin Mills.

    1242 Shoebridge Dr. Unit 1242, Myrtle Beach image
    1242 Shoebridge Dr. Unit 1242, Myrtle Beach $148,500

    Don't miss this updated End Unit Townhome in sought after Sawgrass East Carolina Forest community! Rest easy with an already updated property featuring laminate flooring,...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924826 MLS
    Courtesy of Sloan Realty Group , Wren Floyd

    Listing courtesy of Sloan Realty Group , Wren Floyd.

    3680 White Wing Circle, Myrtle Beach image
    3680 White Wing Circle, Myrtle Beach $299,900

    Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 full bath home at Clear Pond @ Myrtle Beach National in Carolina Forest. This "Edison" floor plan offers two bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the...

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1924683 MLS
    Courtesy of Century 21 Stopper &Associates , Nicholas "Nick" Stopper

    Listing courtesy of Century 21 Stopper &Associates , Nicholas "Nick" Stopper.

    4523 Marshwood Dr., Myrtle Beach image
    4523 Marshwood Dr., Myrtle Beach $249,500

    Are you looking for the perfect home that is MOVE-IN READY with all the MODERN flair of today?!! Check out this absolutely GORGEOUS “like-new” home, that is located in th...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924609 MLS
    Courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage NMB , April McLean

    Listing courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage NMB , April McLean.

    7992 Swansong Circle, Myrtle Beach image
    7992 Swansong Circle, Myrtle Beach $339,900

    Immaculate 4BR/3BA lakefront home in the beautiful natural gas community of Clear Pond in Carolina Forest. Home features an open floorplan and has tons of upgrades inclu...

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1924566 MLS
    Courtesy of BRG , Jeff Casterline Team

    Listing courtesy of BRG , Jeff Casterline Team.

    4904 Britewater Ct. Unit 202, Myrtle Beach image
    4904 Britewater Ct. Unit 202, Myrtle Beach $144,000

    Immaculate and spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath condo is ready for its new owners. This home has lots of great upgrades such as granite counter-tops, custom cabinets, tile in t...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924528 MLS
    Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Melissa Fedock

    Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Melissa Fedock.

    4940 Windsor Green Way Unit 303, Myrtle Beach image
    4940 Windsor Green Way Unit 303, Myrtle Beach $112,500

    Unit has just been repainted and re-carpeted. Has range, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Excellent view overlooking the pond and the golf course.

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924331 MLS
    Courtesy of Ray Realty Inc , Carlisle Dawsey

    Listing courtesy of Ray Realty Inc , Carlisle Dawsey.

    5001 Harvest Dr. Unit 6-203, Myrtle Beach image
    5001 Harvest Dr. Unit 6-203, Myrtle Beach — Windsor Green $128,500

    Excellent value for this 3 bedroom / 2 bath second floor end unit located in desirable Windsor Green! Enjoy neutral colors, split bedroom plan, updated kitchen with tile...

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924286 MLS
    • Windsor Green Bldg.
    Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Paige Bird

    Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Paige Bird.

    426 Megan Ann Ln., Myrtle Beach image
    426 Megan Ann Ln., Myrtle Beach $369,500

    Welcome home! This gorgeous all brick nicely appointed home in a quiet gated community within the popular Carolina Forest area of Myrtle Beach! This one of kind home is s...

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1924261 MLS
    Courtesy of Century 21 Barefoot Realty , Barbara Milano

    Listing courtesy of Century 21 Barefoot Realty , Barbara Milano.

    Provided courtesy of The Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®. Information Deemed Reliable but Not Guaranteed. Copyright 2019 of the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS® MLS. All rights reserved. Information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

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