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.
Avalon at Carolina ForestBuilt 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.
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 ForestDeveloped 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 LakeThis 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.
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 FarmBuilt 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 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.
Affordable townhouses within the Farm community featuring interior and end units.
Plantation LakesOne 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.
Developed in 2004, this covenant restricted community is located on the east side of Carolina Forest Boulevard. It consists of many condominiums and townhouses.
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 LakeBuilt 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.
Turnberry ParkThis 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.
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.
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 PlantationWaterway 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 PlantationOne 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.
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
Welcome to The Farm in Carolina Forest- a premier, highly sought-after Myrtle Beach community where peaceful residential living meets coastal convenience, offering effort...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Abe Safa Sales Team () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
Welcome to 2834 Farmer Brown Court, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with a separate office, situated on a premium homesite in The Farm at Carolina Forest. The home of...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Moshe Ben-Ezra () from Listing Office: Dargan Real Estate.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained, single owner, 4-bedroom and 2.5-bath home situated on a spacious corner lot in the Avalon community in Carolina Forest. Offering o...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Salty Air Agents () from Listing Office: Coastal Cove Realty Group.
Experience exceptional waterfront living in this beautifully furnished Mediterranean style residence located in the gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation. Offer...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Brandon Arnette () from Listing Office: KingOne Properties.
Welcome to 2629 Scarecrow Way, a well-appointed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family home in The Farm at Carolina Forest, one of Myrtle Beach’s desirable residential communi...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Rebecca Condeluci () from Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Dockside.
Welcome to 480 Dandelion Lane, a spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home tucked away on a private wooded lot in the desirable Avalon community of Carolina Forest. Offering over...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Blackwater Team (Cell: 603-205-3273) from Listing Office: Welcome Home Realty.
Seller is listing agent. Welcome to carefree living in The Farm at Carolina Forest! This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the space, comfort, and c...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Michael Kotary () from Listing Office: BHGRE Paracle Myrtle Beach.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Avalon at Carolina Forest! This spacious home offers a comfortable floor plan, a 2-car garage, and the ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adaisia Bethea () from Listing Office: Realty One Group Dockside Cnwy.
Premium Waterfront Homesite Opportunity in Carolina Waterway Plantation Rarely does an opportunity like this become available in Carolina Waterway Plantation. This excep...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Secure Home Finder Team () from Listing Office: Secure Home Finder Team at LPT Realty.
Premium Waterfront Homesite Opportunity in Carolina Waterway Plantation Rarely does an opportunity like this become available in Carolina Waterway Plantation. This excep...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Secure Home Finder Team () from Listing Office: Secure Home Finder Team at LPT Realty.
Lovingly cared for and beautifully updated, this never-rented home in The Farm at Carolina Forest is truly MOVE-IN ready!Situated on a spacious, well-appointed lakefront ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jenny Edelman (Cell: 843-424-9353) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores NMB.
Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable Avalon community of Carolina Forest, where comfortable living, inviting spaces, and an active neig...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Mills Group Team () from Listing Office: Century 21 Barefoot Realty.
Welcome to Carolina Waterway Plantation! Located just one street from the Intracoastal Waterway, this beautiful all-brick 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers spacious living, a...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Cassidy Van Note () from Listing Office: Coastal Sands Realty.
This is a rare 4-bedroom home in Avalon, with a spacious, white-picket fenced backyard overlooking a pond. This beautiful house features a master bedroom on the first flo...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Caleb Emery () from Listing Office: SERHANT.
Welcome to easy, elegant living in the gated community of Brighton Lakes in the heart of Carolina Forest! This popular Cumberland floor plan offers the spaciousness buyer...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lewis Living Team () from Listing Office: INNOVATE Real Estate.
Welcome to 987 Shipmaster Avenue where Modern elegance meets coastal charm. This beautifully renovated home is nestled in one of Myrtle Beach’s Intracoastal Waterway com...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Betty Maddock () from Listing Office: Saltwater Grande Realty, LLC.
Welcome to this new construction home in Brighton Lakes! This exclusive 4 Bed, 3 Bath custom home sits on a generous 0.45 acre. From the moment you arrive, the stucco an...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Davis Team (Cell: 843-421-5483) from Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC.
Stunning 4 Bed/2 Bath All Brick Home with Private Pool & Lake View in Covington Lake! Welcome to this exceptional all brick home located in the prestigious Covington Lake...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lucy Schneider () from Listing Office: S.H. June & Associates, LLC.
Come take a look at this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath home in The Avalon of Carolina Forest. This home is within close proximity to schools, the local library and outlets...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Elisa Betz () from Listing Office: Gibbs Realty & Auction Company.
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3 bath home . With one bedroom conveniently located downstairs and the remaining four bedrooms (including a spacious p...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Asbury Coastal Group (Office: 843-903-4400) from Listing Office: CB Sea Coast Advantage CF.
Here’s your chance to build the home you’ve been dreaming about in Carolina Waterway Plantation. Located just one row back from the Intracoastal Waterway, this approximat...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Joe Scaturro (Cell: 843-798-8333) from Listing Office: Keller Williams The Forturro Group.
Welcome to this exceptional 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in a desirable gated community in Carolina Forest. Offering an impressive combination o...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lisa Bernadyn () from Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Dockside.
Welcome to Carolina Waterway Plantation where you can Build the custom home you've been dreaming of in the prestigious gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation! Th...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Radha Herring () from Listing Office: Watermark Real Estate Group.
Carolina Forest - Under 20 minutes to CCU, Conway Hospital, Grand Strand Hospital. 5, Grocery stores within 10 minutes. 20 minutes to beach. 3 bed, 2 bath. white vinyl fe...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: John Winzenried (Office: 843-236-1602) from Listing Office: 843, Realtor LLC.
Stunning, move-in ready home nestled within The Farm at Carolina Forest, one of the area's most sought-after and distinctive communities. From the moment you walk through...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Keri Schaeffer (Cell: 843-655-7594) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Oak and Ocean.
Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to build your dream home on a premium second-row corner lot in the highly sought-after Carolina Waterway Plantation! This spacious...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Cory Van Note () from Listing Office: Coastal Sands Realty.
Bring all offers to 464 Dandelion Lane in the highly sought-after Avalon community of Carolina Forest! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,960 heated square feet with ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Pivot Properties Team (Cell: 843-582-8250) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate South.
Welcome to 746 Pepperbush Drive, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single-family home situated in the highly sought-after Avalon at Carolina Forest community ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carrie Gerald (Cell: 843-421-3583) from Listing Office: Realty ONE Group DocksideNorth.
Welcome to 904 Waterton Avenue, a stunning Intracoastal Waterway home in the gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation. This five bedroom, three and a half bath hom...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jennifer Burgess () from Listing Office: JTE Real Estate.
Discover the space, flexibility and convenient Carolina Forest location of 4693 Farm Lake Drive, a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering approximately 2,014 heated square feet ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Dan Sine () from Listing Office: Dunes Realty Sales.
Beautifully updated & well maintained 3-bdrm, 2-bath home on a quiet street in the highly sought-after Farm community of Carolina Forest. This open-concept floor plan is ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Daniel Demers () from Listing Office: Sell Your Home Services LLC.
Wake up to peaceful lake views and end your day watching the sunset reflect across the water from the comfort of your screened porch. Tucked away in the sought-after Covi...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Michelle Duncan (admin@duncangroupproperties.com) from Listing Office: Duncan Group Properties.
Welcome to this updated 3-bedroom, 2- full baths home located in the Avalon community of Carolina Forest. Offering approximately 1,660 square feet under roof, this well-m...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Liat Edri () from Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Dockside.
Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath single level home in the Avalon community of Carolina Forest. Built by Beazer Homes, the popular Monticello floor plan offers a function...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Courtney Bergman (Cell: 843-424-2718) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores.
Welcome to Brighton Lakes, a gated community in Carolina Forest offering great amenities including an Olympic-sized pool with zero gravity entry, clubhouse, fitness cente...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adam Hayes () from Listing Office: CENTURY 21 Broadhurst.
Welcome Home to this Truly Spectacular 4-bedroom Professional owned Dream Home in the Avalon Community of Carolina Forest. The property backs up to the Nature Preserve th...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Glenn Hellofs (Cell: 843-222-4769) from Listing Office: BHHS Myrtle Beach Real Estate.
***OPEN HOUSE SAturday September 12th 1-4pm & Sunday September 13th 1-4pm*** Welcome to luxury living in the heart of Carolina Forest! Located in the highly sought-after...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Traci Williams-Jones (Cell: 850-502-0056) from Listing Office: Weichert Realtors Southern Coast.
Welcome to this beautiful home, which is full of personality and vibrant color, creating a warm and unique atmosphere. While the current colors may not be to everyone’s t...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ana Moore () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
Along a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Avalon, you’ll find 977 Silvercrest Drive. With good bones and a layout that lends itself well to updates, this proper...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ashley DeLong (Cell: 843-685-3191) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores.
Welcome to your dream home in the exclusive gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation. Situated directly on the intercoastal waterway, this stunning estate offers o...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Charles Cages (Cell: 843-582-7748) from Listing Office: BHHS Myrtle Beach Real Estate.
Perfectly positioned on just under a half-acre in The Farm at Carolina Forest, this beautifully maintained Rosewood floor plan offers a rare combination of space, privacy...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Tyler Cunningham (Cell: 843-450-2535) from Listing Office: Rowles Real Estate.
Build your custom dream home in the highly sought-after gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation in Myrtle Beach! This prime homesite at 942 Shipmaster Ave offers ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Joe Sulich () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
Discover your dream home in the prestigious gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation, nestled along the Intracoastal Waterway. This exquisite custom-built residenc...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Heather Paukov () from Listing Office: Expert Homes Real Estate.
Welcome to waterfront living in Carolina Waterway Plantation. Perfectly positioned on the Intracoastal Waterway, this all brick residence captures sweeping water views fr...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Brandon Arnette () from Listing Office: KingOne Properties.
Why settle for a basic zip code when you can have a lifestyle that’s a total mood? Welcome to 1311 Ashboro Court, the custom-built queen of Carolina Waterway Plantation. ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Stacy Stoll () from Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Dockside.
Welcome to this beautifully well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in Covington Lakes community in Carolina Forest, Myrtle Beach! Situated on a large, corner lot with ful...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Christy Osborne () from Listing Office: INNOVATE Real Estate.
Absolutely beautiful and meticulously maintained 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home in the highly-desirable Carolina Forest neighborhood of The Farm! This bright and sunny open-conc...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Ashlynne Ward () from Listing Office: BeachConnection Realty.
***Join us for an Open House and tour this beautiful home Saturday 09/12 from 12pm to 3pm!*** Experience exceptional craftsmanship and modern luxury at 1315 Ashboro Dr. i...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Larisa Esmat () from Listing Office: INNOVATE Real Estate.
Welcome to 533 Stonemason Dr. in Myrtle Beach, a stunning all-brick residence offering space, comfort, and timeless appeal, all set on an expansive double lot overlooking...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Blake Sloan (Fax: 843-619-7111) from Listing Office: Sloan Realty Group.
Carolina Waterway Plantation. Build your coastal masterpiece in the prestigious, gated community of Carolina Waterway Plantation. This prime homesite sits directly acros...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Greg Martz () from Listing Office: Elite Realty Myrtle Beach.

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