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
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Newest Carolina Forest Real Estate Listings
Here is your opportunity to own a custom quality constructed home in a gated waterway community located within Carolina Forest Schools. Carolina Waterway Plantation has ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2007050 MLS
Listing courtesy of Welcome Home Realty - MB , Billie Ann Figura.
Come check out this spacious, all brick home with 4 large bedrooms and 3-1/2 bathrooms and over 2600 heated square feet. The split bedroom floor plan features 3 bedrooms...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2006918 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores NMB , Scott Ellis & Ty Bellamy Team.
Move-in ready beautiful 4 bedroom + bonus Room, 3.5 bath home with open split bedroom floor plan located in the gated community of Covington Lake East in the highly sough...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2006894 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , John Senk.
Presenting this all brick 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home located in the popular & gated Carolina Waterway Plantation community. This spacious & sunlit home has many of the lux...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2006784 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX First Choice , The Greg Sisson Team.
This 3br/2ba home in Covington Lake sits on one of the best lots in the entire community and offers some of the best water views you will find in Carolina Forest. As y...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2006562 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , TJ O'Brien Jr.
This is your chance to own a home in the popular Avalon community in Carolina Forest. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings in the living room. Split floor plan and lar...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2006416 MLS
Listing courtesy of Booe Realty , Beth Campbell.
Welcome Home! You'll have space for the whole family in this beautiful 5 bedroom 4.5 bath single family home located in the highly sought after community of The Farm at C...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2006298 MLS
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Trembley Group , Jeremy Jenks.
2363 Windmill Way Myrtle Beach SC 29579 is walking distance to Ocean Bay Elementary and Ocean Bay Middle School. This Rosewood model home has 6 Bedrooms 3.5 baths with a ...
- 6 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2006215 MLS
Listing courtesy of 843, Realtor LLC , John Winzenried.
This gorgeous home has beautiful brick work and a custom stucco entrance. It has 2 custom tile showers and Quartz countertops throughout. A lovely lake view can be seen...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2006138 MLS
Listing courtesy of Palmetto Real Estate Services , Garrett Jackson.
This popular and beautiful Cumberland single level home is situated on a large lot with wooded conservation area in rear and at the end of a very quiet Cul-DE Sac. Locate...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2005830 MLS
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams MB S. Realty , Jane Zheng.
Spectacular 4BR - 3.5BA home in The Farm at Carolina Forest! This home is "better than new" located on a lake with a relaxing setting! The bright and airy open floor plan...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2005483 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Ryan Korros Team.
Tons of space in this Carolina Forest home! Large kitchen with a sunroom attached providing lots of extra space. The master bedroom is large with a big walk in closet a...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2005347 MLS
Listing courtesy of Sellers Choice Real Estate , Jill Rudolf.
This 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home in the Avalon community in Carolina Forest is a must see!. Home is in immaculate condition. This home was built with many extras from the b...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2005057 MLS
Listing courtesy of CRG Real Estate , Nicholas Strumke.
This is the popular Cumberland plan - 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths on a third of an acre. The owners loaded it out nicely when they built it in 2015 with wood flooring, granit...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2005003 MLS
Listing courtesy of KingOne Properties , Tom Finley.
Got a family? This beauty may be exactly what you are searching for! Great 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home in beloved Avalon in Carolina Forest. Spacious living area with lots of...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2004957 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Beth Douglas.
Take a look at this peaceful 3 bedroom 2 bath home located in highly desired The Farm at Carolina Forest! The first thing you will immediately notice is the beautiful LVP...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2004709 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Weaver Team Property Advisors.
*Look no further** A gorgeous, immaculate, well-taken care of, 4 bedroom, 2 full bath and 1 half bath home is in the desirable section of Avalon in Carolina Forest area o...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2003931 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Karin Kinkaide.
Build your Dream Home on this Amazing Large Lot on the Lake! No Time Frame to Build...Carolina Waterway Plantation is a Gated Intracoastal Community. Neighborhood Ameni...
- 2003762 MLS
Listing courtesy of JTE Real Estate , Patti Post.
This beautiful custom built brick home is located in Covington Lakes in the Carolina Forest area. It sits on a large corner lot and backs up to a stunning pond view. Ma...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2003687 MLS
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Trembley Group , Michael Bralley.
Stunning 3 bedroom 2 and a half bath in sought after Avalon community. The home features a master bedroom with walk-in closet, kitchen over looking dining area and into l...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2003644 MLS
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Dockside , Marilyn Macumber.
Here is the home you have been waiting for! This beautifully maintained single level ranch home in the popular Avalon community features vaulted ceilings and a brand new ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2003589 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Barbara Treacy.
Beautiful property in Belle Grove nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac backing up to trees. This charming 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house offers a great layout with an open concept l...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2003587 MLS
Listing courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage NMB , Jana Muffley.
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 Chicora Advantage Surfside , Sollecito Advantage Group.
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
- 2003459 MLS
Listing courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage Surfside , Sollecito Advantage Group.
Sought after corner lot in prestigious community with water view. One block from ICW. Lot for sale or build to suit. Talk to one of the areas finest custom home builders ...
- 2003409 MLS
Listing courtesy of Amber's Real Estate Services , Amber LaMaire.
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
- 2003388 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Liat Edri.
Beautiful 4BR-2.1BA two story home in the Farm at Carolina Forest! Move in ready! All bedrooms and 2 baths are located on the second floor and a half bath on the main lev...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2003336 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Ryan Korros Team.
Located in Carolina Waterway Plantation, lot has pond views and No time frame to build! This community is located on the Intracoastal Waterway and offers a boat ramp, clu...
- 2003087 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Kellie Knaffle.
This stunning Custom built home sits on over a quarter acre Cul-De-Sac lot in the gated Community of Brighton Lakes. From the open-concept kitchen overlooking the spacio...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2002500 MLS
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Dockside , Rachel Schel.
This beautifully maintained 4 bedroom 2-1/2 bath home is ready for it's new family! The home is tucked away in a quiet section with very little traffic in the highly sou...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2002105 MLS
Listing courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage CF , My Grande Team.
Contemporary Craftsman-Style 4 BR, 4.5 BA ,3 car garage Home & Lot Package currently being built by well known and respected local builder in the prestigious Carolina Wat...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2001956 MLS
Listing courtesy of Weichert REALTORS CF , Larisa Esmat.
This is a 5 bedroom, 3 bath property located in the prestigious Brighton Lakes community in Carolina Forest. Outside of the house is all brick. As soon as you enter the h...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2001764 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Karan Kumar.
This .27 Acre Lot faces a wooded area across the street to the front of the house and is located in the beautiful and private gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantat...
- 2001595 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 The Harrelson Group , Ken Moore.
Elegant three bed, two and a half bath home with two-car garage in the highly desired neighborhood of The Farm in Carolina Forest! The lush landscaping lures you into thi...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2001359 MLS
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Stopper &Associates , Lawrence "Lance" Stopper.
Very spacious home in "The Farm at Carolina Forest". This is the Rosewood model and the features include: A very open and spacious floor plan, 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths an...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2001332 MLS
Listing courtesy of Dargan Real Estate , Moshe Ben-Ezra.
No need to look any further. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home shows better than a model! When you step into the foyer you can see the beautiful in-ground pool and pond with a ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2000926 MLS
Listing courtesy of Beach & Forest Realty , Robin Garrison.
A unique opportunity in Carolina Waterway Plantation to custom build your ideal residence at the beach! This larger property is the first lot on Shipmaster Avenue and is...
- 2000781 MLS
Listing courtesy of Realty ONE Group Dockside , John Kerns.
An amazing opportunity to own a Mediterranean custom built home in a gated community located on the Inter-coastal Waterway. The home is located on a quiet street next t...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2000544 MLS
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Broadhurst & Associ , Liat Edri.
This all brick, corner lot home, is located in a well established and popular neighborhood in Carolina Forest. Covington Lake is located near all shopping, schools and of...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2000457 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , Keith McGurk.
Live in the hottest neighborhood at the beach, Carolina Forest The Farm. Home has most of the upgrades allowed by DR Horton when they build a home. Screended in back ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2000366 MLS
Listing courtesy of BRG MI , Steve Morrow.
Sought after Farm community in Carolina Forest. Great flow and square footage to this Cumberland Plan with Master on main level and 2 more bedrooms and 2 extra Bedrooms u...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2000246 MLS
Listing courtesy of Myrtle Beach Premier Propertie , Stacey Porfilio.
This beautiful brand new construction home in the highly sought after Carolina Waterway Plantation is a must see. Carolina Waterway is a 100% custom home gated community ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1926619 MLS
Listing courtesy of CRG Real Estate , Nicholas Strumke.
Sought after Farm community in Carolina Forest. Great flow to the Garrett Plan with Master on main level and 3 Bedrooms upstairs, 2.5 Baths, 2 Car garage. Hardwood floor...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1926473 MLS
Listing courtesy of Myrtle Beach Premier Propertie , Stacey Porfilio.
Sought after Farm community in Carolina Forest. Dalton Plan has Master on main level and 3 Bedrooms upstairs, 2.5 Baths, 2 Car garage. Engineered Hardwood floors in Liv...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1926208 MLS
Listing courtesy of Myrtle Beach Premier Propertie , Stacey Porfilio.
The Farm at Carolina Forest offers this beautiful three story 7-bedroom, 4 bath home with 4500hsft! It is one of the lowest priced homes per heated sq ft! New roof (Nov...
- 7 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 1926183 MLS
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams MB S. Realty , Jane Zheng.
Presenting this distinctive, custom built all brick 3 bedroom 2 bath home situated in the upscale and gated Carolina Waterway Plantation. This enchanting open floor plan ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1926180 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX First Choice , The Greg Sisson Team.
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- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1926170 MLS
Listing courtesy of RESource One Real Estate, LLC , Shawn Becker.
Absolutely charming 4BR/3.5BA home in popular Farm neighborhood in Carolina Forest. Just minutes from the beach and convenient to Myrtle Beach International Airport and ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1926100 MLS
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Shores , The Hereda Team.
Step inside this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in Brighton Lakes. The first floor offers an open living room, spacious dining area, bedrooms and a well appointed kit...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1925937 MLS
Listing courtesy of CB Chicora Advantage Surfside , Caleb Coblentz.
Under Construction! Brand New 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home on premium lot in the Prestigious Carolina Waterway Plantation! Nestled in the Heart of Myrtle Beach Carolina Waterw...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1925599 MLS
Listing courtesy of The Beverly Group , Adam Wilson.
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