Ultimate Guide to Carolina Forest Neighborhoods
Carolina Forest Communities
From Avalon to Waterford:
A quick-reference guide to all the best places to buy Carolina Forest homes
There are plenty of Carolina Forest homes available in the 12,000 acres that make up Myrtle Beach’s fastest growing housing market.
But with so many great options of Myrtle Beach homes for sale in this area, the problem can often be knowing which of the many great communities best fit your family’s need.
That’s why we’ve created this simple, quick guide to the amenities and features which make each of the 20 neighborhoods in the area a great place to live.
Here’s a closer look. simply click that community’s name to view our current MLS listings in the area or visit their websites for more information.
Carolina Forest, South Carolina
Avalon at Carolina Forest
Built in 2000 by Pinehurst Homes and later developed by Beazer Homes, Avalon is a family community full of great Carolina Forest homes.
It’s conveniently located in the center of Carolina Forest Boulevard and features an 11-acre community center with a junior Olympic swimming pool, softball and soccer fields, a full-size basketball court, a playground and more.
BelleGrove Preserve
Located west of the Intracoastal Waterway where River Oaks Drive and Carolina Forest Boulevard meet, this village-style community of single-family homes was built in 2003 by Centex Homes.
It provides easy access to nearby schools like Ocean Bay Elementary and Middle School and the Food Lion Shopping Center.
Brighton Lakes at Carolina Forest
Developed in 2006 and managed by Flagship Capital Partners, this gated community features 284 luxury home sites.
Located off of River Oaks Drive and near the new River Oaks Elementary School, any of the Brighton Lakes homes for sale offers access to an owner’s club, private clubhouse, children’s splash pool, adult lap pool, and many pristine lakes.
The Bluffs on the Waterway
Built in 2003, The Bluffs is a gated community features more than 400 single-family homes located near the Intracoastal Waterway off of River Oaks Drive.
Amenities include community pools, two clubhouses, private boat storage and launch, tennis, children's play area and a grand entrance way.
The Battery on the Waterway
This upscale community was built in 2004 and sits on the Intracoastal Waterway featuring nearly 100 unique Charleston-style homes.
Many of the waterfront lots are occupied by three-story mansions with pools and lavish interiors and all homes offer waterway views and shared boat docks.
Black Creek Plantation
This gated community, built in 2002, features single-family residences and many custom estates.
Amenities include a pool, lots of trees and large lot size up to 3 acres. Black Creek offers a quiet and serene country lifestyle and is a horse-friendly community, allowing barns on some properties.
Canterbury Apartments
Constructed in 1998 and managed by Ginkgo Residential this apartment complex features one- and two-bedroom units that are conveniently located on the U.S. 501 side of Carolina Forest Boulevard, directly across the street from Carolina Forest Elementary School.
Covington Lake
This subdivision on the west side of Carolina Forest Boulevard was built in 1996 and its sister community, the gated Covington Lake East, was added on the opposite side of the road in 2006.
Covington Lake is made up of custom-built brick and stucco homes — mostly 3 and 4 bedrooms — and the community includes a pool, playground, lit sidewalks, and 12 acres of lakes.
Covington Lake East features more than 180 homes and lakefront sites as well as a community clubhouse with pool and recreation area, wide streets, hiking trails and more.
Carolina Waterway Plantation
Developed in 2004, this community is located on the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway off of River Oaks Drive.
It offers custom-built single-family homes on large lots with private boat launch, boat storage, waterfront gazebo, gated entrance, a grand clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts and more.
The Farm
Built in 2003 and developed by D.R. Horton homes, The Farm is the largest development in Carolina Forest featuring both single-family homes and condominiums.
Amenities include an 8,000 square foot pool and community area with a large sand-filled playground area, basketball court, ping pong table, fitness center, bike paths, a public garden, and a barn-themed clubhouse.
Indigo Bay
Indigo Bay is a brand new community built on a large 50-acre lake in the Carolina Forest area of Myrtle Beach South Carolina. The 392-acre neighborhood 17 different house plans and layouts. Home Builders H&H Homes and Caviness and Cates are building throughout the Indigo Bay community.
The Orchards Townhomes
Affordable townhouses within the Farm community featuring interior and end units.
Plantation Lakes
One of the most luxurious communities in the area, Plantation Lakes was built in 2003 and is located on the east side of Carolina Forest Boulevard.
It is wrapped around 170 acres of lakes and ponds and allows residents to boat through the stocked lake, or stop by the huge amenities center with its swimming pools, fitness room, indoor and outdoor picnic areas, lighted tennis and basketball courts.
Sawgrass East Townhomes
Developed in 2004, this covenant restricted community is located on the east side of Carolina Forest Boulevard. It consists of many condominiums and townhouses.
Southgate
Since 1999 Southgate has been offering affordable single-family homes located just off Carolina Forest Boulevard.
Amenities include a Junior Olympic-sized pool, picnic area, and playground.
Spring Lake
Built in 1997 and developed by Centex Homes, Spring Lake was one of the first large subdivisions in Carolina Forest.
This community of single-family custom homes features a unique aesthetic for the area and amenities include a community clubhouse, pool, and a children’s playground.
Summerlyn
Turnberry Park
This planned condominium community is located across U.S. 501 in the middle of the Legends Resorts golf courses and was built in 2006.
The affordable options here make it a popular place to live and amenities include jogging trails, natural ponds, sporting and picnic areas, a playground, tennis courts, a clubhouse, and community pools with hot tubs.
The Reserve at Walkers Woods
Walkers Woods
This affordable family-friendly neighborhood was built in 2000 and developed by Beazer Homes.
Each of these three- and four-bedroom homes offers an attached garage and amenities include outdoor basketball courts and a swimming pool.
Waterbridge
Scheduled to be one of the largest and most prestigious developments in Carolina Forest, the gated Waterbridge community is surrounded by 120 acres of federally protected woodlands.
Launched in 2007 and with large portions still under construction, it features cottage-style homes, panoramic lake views, and an array of planned amenities.
Waterway Palms Plantation
Waterway Palms is a planned, gated community with single-family homes designed to resemble the historic architecture of Charleston's Battery District.
With many available lots and homesites, the area allows owners to build selecting from a variety of plans and having their homes custom built.
Located just west of the Intracoastal Waterway, off of River Oaks Drive, this development offers amenities such as an enormous clubhouse, gorgeous pools, tennis courts, and a large gazebo area.
Waterford Plantation
One of the first communities in the Carolina Forest area, Waterford is a short walking distance away from Carolina Forest Elementary.
Featuring a top-notch amenities center with a junior Olympic pool and a cover cabana with a bar and restrooms, the community also offers a sand volleyball court, two tennis courts, a basketball court, a children’s playground, and a fitness facility.
Windsor Green Condos
This gated condominium community was built in 1998 as part of Waterford Preserve, located near The Wizard Golf Course.
Amenities include swimming pools, a clubhouse, playgrounds, BBQ grills, fishing ponds and sidewalks throughout the community.
Earlier this year the community fell victim to a severe wildfire destroying 26 buildings and more than 100 units. It is in the process of being rebuilt.
Carolina Forest, South Carolina
Carolina Forest Myrtle Beach - Subdivisions & Neighborhoods Map
Newest Carolina Forest Real Estate Listings
***OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY OCT 24th 11-2 & SUNDAY OCT 25th 1-4PM*** Welcome to this 4 Bedroom 2 Bath all brick custom built home located on a 1/4 acre lot in the Covington La...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2022185 MLS
Listing courtesy of Weichert REALTORS CF , Sam Choe.
Amazing Homesite on the Pond! Carolina Waterway Plantation is a Gated Intracoastal Community. Neighborhood Amenities include the Clubhouse, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Childr...
- 2022034 MLS
Listing courtesy of JTE Real Estate , Patti Post.
FOUR BEDROOM HOME BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED!! This home is a must see for the buyer with incredible attention to detail featuring A BRAND NEW kitchen in 2019 with stainless ap...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2022032 MLS
Listing courtesy of Real Estate By The Sea , The Britt Page Group.
WELCOME HOME to this wonderful RETREAT designed to sit back, relax, and enjoy life! This Covington Lakes East home has 5 spacious bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. The living a...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2021916 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sloan Realty Group , Blake Sloan.
You're going to want to see this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home in the gorgeous Avalon community of Carolina Forest. This home boasts an inviting open floor pla...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021855 MLS
Listing courtesy of Beach & Forest Realty , Luke Anderson.
Looking for a New Construction Home but don't want to wait on the build time, and pay the extra expenses for add-ons? Check out this LIKE NEW Construction Home less than ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021851 MLS
Listing courtesy of Serge Real Estate , Caleb Serge.
Looking for Carolina Forest? This is very well maintained home for you with large back screened in porch and patio in a fenced in yard with privacy shrubs across the bac...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021796 MLS
Listing courtesy of TMS Property Management & Real , Tina Schildt.
A must see 4 bedrooms 2 baths home built on a large lot at the desirable Carolina Forest community, THE FARM. Completely renovated in 2020, this beautiful home offers ne...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021493 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Liat Edri.
Under construction, 4 bedroom/3 bath home available in the prestigious Covington Lakes East gated community. Located on an oversized cul de sac water lot. No details are ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2021469 MLS
Listing courtesy of CB SeaCoast Advantage Surfside , Sollecito Advantage Group.
Dreaming of building your custom home that will have all the bells and whistles? This cleared lot is the ideal home site for you with beautiful pond views in the back. N...
- 2021105 MLS
Listing courtesy of Weichert REALTORS CF , Larisa Esmat.
Move in ready home in highly sought out Avalon community. Newly installed LVP flooring , stainless appliances, ceiling fans throughout, split bedroom plan and walk in cl...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021095 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sellers Choice Real Estate , Jill Rudolf.
LOOK NO FURTHER! You have found the home of your dreams in this meticulously maintained 4 bedroom 2 bath single story ranch. Located in the natural gas section of the Far...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2021028 MLS
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Dockside , John Eichin.
This LUXURIOUS all brick family home is located on almost a full half acre CORNER LOT in the prestigious gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation! This 5 bedroom, ...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2020529 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sloan Realty Group , Blake Sloan.
The wait is over! Your new home is now on the market and just waiting on you to make it your own. Completely remodeled this home boasts; two brand new HVAC units, granite...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2020342 MLS
Listing courtesy of BRG , Myrtle Beach Homes Team.
Beautiful custom built home on a cul-de-sac with spectacular lake views, tons of deck space, and large lot. Unique rear of home Garage entry offers plenty of extra parkin...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2020334 MLS
Listing courtesy of Lenertz Realty, LLC , Cynthia McGhee.
Welcome Home! Enjoy Intracoastal Waterway Living in this Carolina Waterway Plantation Classic Southern style 5BR/4.5BA home in gated community. Former model home with bea...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2019540 MLS
Listing courtesy of BeachConnection Realty , Team BeachConnection.
Here is your chance to live in a beautiful gated intracoastal waterway community. This 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths awesome brick home offers an open floor plan with many feature...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2019351 MLS
Listing courtesy of Shoreline Realty , Jane Slattery.
Carolina waterway plantation is the perfect location on the grand strand, this is a gated community located on the intercoastal waterway. This communities amenities inclu...
- 2019293 MLS
Listing courtesy of ListWithFreedom.com Inc , Ralph Harvey.
This beautiful lakefront 4 bed 2 bath house located in Brighton Lakes. It has many wonderful features such as hard wood floors in the family/great room ,study, and formal...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2019214 MLS
Listing courtesy of KingOne Properties , Brandon Arnette.
Welcome home to this beautiful 4 bed/3 bath home in Covington Lake. Owners have spared no expense in the upgrades that have been done throughout the home including: woo...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2018658 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Joel Barber Team.
Build your dream home on this Amazing cul-de-sac homesite on the Pond. Carolina Waterway Plantation is a Gated Intracoastal Community. Neighborhood Amenities include t...
- 2018441 MLS
Listing courtesy of JTE Real Estate , Patti Post.
This Amazing second row lot will not last! Carolina Waterway Plantation is a Gated Intracoastal Community. Neighborhood Amenities include the Clubhouse, Outdoor Swimmin...
- 2018440 MLS
Listing courtesy of JTE Real Estate , Patti Post.
This home has been completely remodeled. The interior of the home was painted ceilings to floor including all doors and trim and inside of the closets. All flooring has b...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2017985 MLS
Listing courtesy of Garden City Realty, Inc , Norm Clay.
Prepare to be impressed when you enter this superbly maintained and presented home located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Carolina Forest, Covington Lakes ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2016966 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Maryia Pinayeva.
This beautiful custom home is situated in the gated community of Covington Lakes East in Carolina Forest. The builder spares no expense with the features in this home. Th...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2016756 MLS
Listing courtesy of BRG Market Common , Chris Koppel Team.
This beautiful custom home is situated in the gated community of Covington Lakes East in Carolina Forest. The builder spares no expense with the features in this home. ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2016746 MLS
Listing courtesy of BRG Market Common , Chris Koppel Team.
This 5 bedroom 4.5 bath in the sought after Carolina Waterway Plantation will be absolutely beautiful! Located on a corner lot towards the front of the gated community. A...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2016679 MLS
Listing courtesy of CRG Real Estate , Nicholas Strumke.
Intracoastal Waterway Residential Lot located in the much sought after gated Carolina Waterway Plantation. No time frame to build. Amenities include pool, clubhouse, tenn...
- 2016546 MLS
Listing courtesy of Resourceful Realty , Shelyn Lee.
Build your dream home with no time frame to build on one of the widest lots on Shipmaster Ave. The spacious .24 acre lot is located in the prestigious gated community, Ca...
- 2016521 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Maryia Pinayeva.
5 bed 4 bth luxury home in the gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation, an Intracoastal Waterway community seller is very motivated. This Home is a steal! New con...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2016509 MLS
Listing courtesy of Expert Homes Real Estate , Heather Paukov.
A beautiful 4 bedroom and 2 full baths home at the Bellegrove community. Open floor plan, tile and laminate floors, stainless steel appliances, large bedrooms and plenty ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2016368 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Liat Edri.
Great third row lot in this excellent gated Intracoastal Waterway Community. Amenities include pool, boat storage and waterway access via a community launch. Easy acces...
- 2015995 MLS
Listing courtesy of Ocean Bay Real Estate , Melissa Urso.
Perfect starter home for a young or growing family. Plenty of space. This two-story home is located in Avalon at Carolina Forest. Beautiful four-bedroom home with two ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2015491 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sellers Choice Real Estate , Jill Rudolf.
Beautiful new custom home in a premiere gated Intracoastal Waterway community. This home offers spacious open floor plan and several custom features throughout. Custom fe...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2014708 MLS
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams MB S. Realty , Beach Properties Group.
This 100% custom home in the beautiful Covington Lakes East community is under construction!. Buy now and still have time to pick our certain finishes. Home will be loade...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2014608 MLS
Listing courtesy of CRG Real Estate , Nicholas Strumke.
Carolina Waterway Plantation is a gated community bordering on the Intracoastal Waterway that runs from New York to Miami. The lot is located on the Avenue that runs alon...
- 2014167 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Boling & Associates , Ruthie Kearns.
Gorgeous 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom home in the highly sought after neighborhood of The Farm in Carolina Forest! This stunning home is DR Horton’s popular Cumberland floor pl...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2013962 MLS
Listing courtesy of kKeller Williams Trembley Group , Michael Bralley.
Why go "Cookie Cutter" when you can go CUSTOM?! This home is ready to be built in the sought after community of Covington Lake East in Carolina Forest. This single leve...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2013839 MLS
Listing courtesy of Real Living Home Realty Group , Kevin Gunn.
Beautiful 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom Home located in Carolina Waterway Plantation . Relax and Enjoy the views from your second floor deck! Carolina Waterway Plantation has a ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2012595 MLS
Listing courtesy of Ocean Front Guru Real Estate , Bradley Bennett.
New construction home just started in Carolina Waterway Plantation! This lot is incredible with water/fountain views behind and private wooded views in the front. Buy now...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2012414 MLS
Listing courtesy of CRG Real Estate , Nicholas Strumke.
Beautiful 4 bedrooms 2 full bath home in the gated community of Covington Lake East. Located in the desired community of Carolina Forest, this 4 bedroom 2 full bath home ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2012199 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Stopper &Associates , Nicholas "Nick" Stopper.
CAROLINA WATERWAY PLANTATION IS THE PERFECT LOCATION ON THE GRAND STRAND, THIS GATED COMMUNITY IS LOCATED ON THE INTERCOASTAL WATERWAY. THIS COMMUNITIES AMENATIES INCLUDE...
- 2011194 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sea Oats Real Estate , Blane Sparks.
Welcome to Carolina Waterway Plantation! BRING YOUR OWN BUILDER/ NO TIME FRAME TO BUILD. This prestigious community, located right off of River Oaks Drive, is also an ICW...
- 2010028 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Adam Hayes.
Prime commercial location in Carolina Forest. Grand Plaza is a well-maintained complex located less than a 1/2 mile from Carolina Forest Blvd. and across the street from ...
- 2009195 MLS
Listing courtesy of Carolina Real Estate Services , Paige Kennedy.
This home has 5 bedrooms plus a bonus room and 3.5 bathrooms. Located in the gated residential community Carolina Waterway Plantation in Carolina Forest Myrtle Beach. As ...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2007548 MLS
Listing courtesy of Expert Homes Real Estate , Heather Paukov.
Under construction, 3 bedroom/3 bath home available in the prestigious Covington Lakes East gated community. Located on a an over sized cul de sac water lot. No details a...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2003468 MLS
Listing courtesy of CB SeaCoast Advantage Surfside , Sollecito Advantage Group.
Beautiful custom home with many custom features through out. Gorgeous open floor plan with spacious kitchen with 42" custom cabinets with crown molding, granite counterto...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1918697 MLS
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams MB S. Realty , Beach Properties Group.
Build your dream home at the Fabulous Carolina Waterway Plantation. This gated community hosts 5 star amenities featuring a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, boat ramp, boa...
- 1814524 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Liat Edri.
Provided courtesy of The Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS®. Information Deemed Reliable but Not Guaranteed. Copyright 2020 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.
Address Search
Myrtle Beach Homes for Sale
- Myrtle Beach Homes for Sale Under $100,000
- Myrtle Beach Homes for Sale Under $200,000
- Myrtle Beach Homes $200,000 to $250,000
- Myrtle Beach Homes $250,000 to $350,000
- Myrtle Beach Homes $350,000 to $450,000
- Myrtle Beach Homes $450,000 to $500,000
- Myrtle Beach Million Dollar Homes
- Myrtle Beach Homes Search ALL Listings
Myrtle Beach Condos for Sale
- Myrtle Beach Condos for Sale Under $100,000
- Myrtle Beach Condos for Sale Under $200,000
- Myrtle Beach Condos $200,000 to $250,000
- Myrtle Beach Condos $250,000 to $350,000
- Myrtle Beach Condos $350,000 to $450,000
- Myrtle Beach Condos $450,000 to $500,000
- Myrtle Beach Million Dollar Condos
- Myrtle Beach Condos Search ALL Listings
Local Myrtle Beach Information
Carolina Forest Homes for Sale
- Avalon Homes for Sale
- Bellegrove Preserve Homes for Sale
- Berkshire Forest Homes for Sale
- Black Creek Plantation
- Brighton Lakes Homes for Sale
- Carolina Waterway Plantation Homes for Sale
- Covington Lakes Homes for Sale
- The Farm Homes for Sale
- Indigo Bay Homes For Sale
- Inverness Homes for Sale
- Plantation Lakes Homes for Sale
- Sawgrass East Townhomes
- Southgate Homes for Sale
- Spring Lake Homes for Sale
- Summerlyn Homes for Sale
- The Battery On The Waterway
- The Bluffs On The Waterway
- The Orchards Townhomes
- Turnberry Park Homes for Sale
- The Reserve at Walkers Woods
- Walkers Woods Homes for Sale
- Waterford Plantation Homes for Sale
- Waterway Palms Plantation Homes for Sale
- Carolina Forest History
- Windsor Green Condos
- Waterbridge Homes For sale
Myrtle Beach Community Information
- Allston Plantation Homes for Sale
- Arrowhead Homes for Sale
- Brookgate Homes For Sale
- Hunters Ridge Homes for Sale
- Myrtle Heights Homes for Sale
- Osprey Cove Homes for Sale
- Pine Lakes Homes for Sale
- Prestwick Homes for Sale
- Seagate Village Homes for Sale
- Sugar Mill Plantation Homes for Sale
- The Park at Forestbrook Homes for Sale
- Emmens Preserve at The Market Common