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September 30, 2024September 30, 2024

The Best of Coastal Living: Why North Myrtle Beach Stands Out

When it comes to coastal living, few places capture the magic and hearts of the shore of North Myrtle Beach. With our quaint town, festive holidays, vibrant community, and endless opportunities for the sun, it’s no wonder many love to invest in a home here on the coast. Whether you’re looking for a beachfront house, a vibrant resort-style villa, or a luxurious home on a golf course, we have it all. Have you considered making North Myrtle Beach your permanent residence, or are you searching for a vacation home? In that case, you’ll find that the homes for sale in North Myrtle Beach offer various options for everyone out there. Let’s peek below at why you’ll find the best of coastal living here in North Myrtle Beach.

Why North Myrtle Beach?

picture of a pier in North Myrtle Beach showing fishermen on it fishing with the blue sky above and water below.

You’ll quickly realize North Myrtle Beach offers much more than a vacation destination. Many people, including retirees, come to relax, enjoy the ocean, and embrace the laid-back coastal lifestyle. If you’re searching for something else, give your hand a try at golf or enjoy a day of fishing from the Cherry Grove Fishing Pier with the family. No matter what you want to do, you’ll find that North Myrtle Beach has so much to offer everyone.

Homes for Every Buyer

One of the best things about the North Myrtle Beach real estate market is the number of homes available. From luxury oceanfront homes to resort-style condos, there’s a home for every buyer. Whether you want to make North Myrtle Beach your permanent residence or a vacation home, we have everything. You’ll notice that the homes for sale in North Myrtle Beach cater to various budgets, locations, and preferences. When you partner with us at North Beach Realty, we’ll help you find the perfect property that matches your lifestyle. With our many years of experience in the North Myrtle Beach area, our dedicated real estate agents are here to help guide you through the process every step of the way.

Popular Communities in the Area

Tidewater Community available with North Beach Realty

North Myrtle Beach offers many popular communities with different amenities. From the luxurious beachfront homes to the serene, family-friendly neighborhoods, there’s a community perfect for you. Here are some of our most popular communities in the area:

Sunset Harbour: This waterfront community in Cherry Grove offers upscale, luxury living with beautiful views and easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway.

The Grove: This manufactured home community is in the Cherry Grove area and offers a setting for those looking for a quiet neighborhood.

Tidewater Plantation: This gated community offers golf course views and resort-style amenities, making it perfect for golf enthusiasts and those seeking luxury.

North Beach Plantations: A premier oceanfront community features luxury condos and homes with resort-style amenities, including dining and a spa.

Barefoot Resort: This is a popular community in the area that offers various single-family homes, townhouses, and condos. It also provides access to golf courses, marinas, and entertainment. What more could you ask for?

Seaside Plantation: A gated community only two blocks from the beach, features elegant homes and a resort-style ambiance. It provides its residents with a peaceful and luxurious coastal lifestyle.

Cypress Village: This charming community offers luxury modern homes built by Mungo Builders. It is also near shopping and dining establishments, perfect for families.

Each of these communities offers something special for everyone, and North Beach Realty is here to help you find the perfect home that fits your lifestyle. It’s up to you to figure out which one works best for your family.

You’ll soon learn why North Myrtle Beach has become the best destination for coastal living. Whether you’re looking for the thrill of living at the beach, a vibrant community, or a laid-back lifestyle, there’s no better time to explore homes for sale in North Myrtle Beach. We at North Beach Realty are here to help you find your dream home and start living your best coastal life today!

January 31, 2023February 1, 2023

Ready to Relocate or Purchase a Vacation Home in North Myrtle Beach

family moving into new house

Have you made the decision that now is the time to relocate or purchase a vacation home in the North Myrtle Beach or surrounding areas? At North Beach Realty we strive to find you the home that will be your forever home or find you a vacation home you will never want to leave. With so many choices of homes in the area, we understand it can feel a bit overwhelming. Our agents can show you where the best communities are for you and your family to find that perfect home.

We have the perfect investment condo or vacation home for you to check out. While the investment can seem a little overwhelming, it can be wonderful in the end as you can come visit the area a few times a year, and rent out the property when you aren’t. Check out some of our featured homes below as you to begin your search today.

Featured Properties

228 Tall Palms Way in Little River, SC picture of home for sale

228 Tall Palms Way, Little River, SC 29566 is a perfect home in the Little River area for a home or even possibly a vacation home. It’s located in the Little River Area in Palms Lakes Plantation. With 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, what a great place to go enjoy your new life with living near the beach. This home is in phase 1 which means that there is no HOA and you can bring your toys to your home. Add a pool to the backyard or upgrade the backyard to an oasis you may never want to leave. Little River is a great town to live in as you will be close to the beach but still able to make this your year-round home with the family. Listing price on this home is $519,900.

Picture of a condo building on Shore Drive in Myrtle Beach, SC

9621 Shore Dr. #A-222 is a condo that comes fully furnished for you to have access to the beach property. What a better way to start on a home if you are looking to retire to the area and don’t want to have a large home. With 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and has been recently updated you won’t be short of anything to do. There is so much to do while you are living in this beautiful condo, with having access to two pools and a hot tub. This is located in Shipwatch Pointe 1 and is listed at $278,900 and can be yours today!

205 N 26th Ave N Myrtle Beach home for sale

205 N 26th Ave. N, North Myrtle Beach 29582 is a detached home located across the street from the beach. This 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath with 3041 sq. ft home is located in the desirable Cherry Grove community. This home is absolutely stunning and allows you to have all the guests you want! Think of spending the summer here for years to come or rent it when you’re not using it to make a little extra cash. So many updates have been done to the home and is close to many restaurants, stores and more. This is a must-see property as it won’t last long! Home is listed at $1,325,000.

North Beach Realty has many more homes and condos listed and these are just a few properties that we felt you’d like to see and possibly make your own home or vacation home. If you’d like to talk to one of our qualified agents, we’d be more than happy to help you with what you are looking for. Just give us a call at 800-274-1105 today to schedule a showing of one of these properties.

January 31, 2022February 1, 2022

Should You Buy a Vacation Home in North Myrtle Beach?

Spring Break and summer vacations will be coming soon, it’s time to think about if you should buy a vacation home. North Myrtle Beach is a great option to purchase your first vacation home because there is so much to enjoy and do as a family. We at North Beach Realty understand that making this decision can be a little difficult, we wanted to help you in deciding if now is the right time. Let’s look below at a few questions and answers that might help make that decision a little easier.

Affordability

One of the main questions that many ask is whether you can afford a vacation home or not. This would most likely be your second home and there are plenty of lenders who will want to assist you. We at North Beach Realty can assist you in finding the right lender to be able to purchase your dream beach vacation home in the area. Once you find one that you like we will help get the ball rolling on getting everything in place for you. We suggest that before you begin to look at homes, make sure you have financing in place. We have often times seen prospective buyers make that offer and then find out that their financing fell through. We just want to see you get that dream vacation home too.

Does if Fit in Your Lifestyle?

For many buyers who are looking to get a second home or beach vacation home, they will often think ahead and wonder if it will be a good investment. If you take a look at the past vacations you have taken, how many times did you stay in a hotel or a vacation rental? If you can see that getting your own beach vacation home will be worth it, then it will most likely fit into your lifestyle. If your children are young, then maybe this is the way to go because think of all the vacation and memories you can make. And once the kids are grown and married with children, this is still the same place they will want to take their family too.

Will You Use It Often or Rent It Out?

Another good question that you might want to consider is if you will use it often or will you rent it out. If you have a certain week or weeks that you love to go on vacation, then why not rent out the property for the rest of the time. This is a great way to be able to earn some extra money and help pay for the monthly mortgage too. Allowing other families to enjoy your vacation home just as much as you do, is what many buyers love to do. If you are still on the fence, then sit down and talk about it with each other. Or you can allow one of our agents to help you with this big decision too.

While there are many other things to look into to see if purchasing a new vacation home in North Myrtle Beach is the way to go, these are the ones we wanted to share with you. If you are ready to get the ball rolling and start looking for the perfect beach vacation home, then give us a call today. We hope that you and your family will be able to enjoy a lifetime of memories being made in your new beach home in North Myrtle Beach this summer!

July 31, 2021July 31, 2021

Best Dog Parks in the Myrtle Beach Area

Did you just recently purchase a new home in the Myrtle Beach area, and you’re looking for a great place to take your pups to? If the answer is yes, allow us at North Beach Realty to share some of the best dog parks in the area. Myrtle Beach is a great place to live and own pets as there are many fun things to do with them but allowing them to play outdoors with you can be even better.

McLean Park

Jack Russell Terrier walking kindly on loose leash, man walking dog on leash, dog park

McLean Park is an excellent option if your home is in the North Myrtle Beach area. While they don’t have a dedicated dog area, it’s still a perfect place for some fresh air in the great outdoors. They have many different paths to take your dogs for a walk, but they don’t have a no-leash area. So be sure to bring with you their leashes, harnesses, toys, and water for them. Not only can this be a good day at the park with the dogs, but also for the whole family as you get outside to enjoy the weather.

Waggin’ Tails Dog Park

Just like the name of the park, Waggin’ Tails Dog Park is a great option where your pups can be off the leash. It is located nearby in Little River, SC, on Citizens Circle and is part of the North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex. The dog park offers you a fenced-in playground for the dogs and has a separate area for small dogs, large dogs, water fountains, waste bags, and parking. Think of the fun you’ll have with your pups at the dog park and how much energy they will be getting out!

Barc Parc North

Another great park that you can take your pups to is Barc Park North. Located on Claire Chopin Epps Drive in Myrtle Beach is where you’ll find an excellent location for your dogs to be fenced in. There is a separate area for small dogs and larger dogs, water fountains, and plenty of shade for them to relax in. There are also many benches for you and your family to sit in while your dogs interact.

There are plenty of other fun places that your family can go to for your dogs to enjoy some time outdoors, but we wanted to share these with you. If you haven’t found your perfect forever home in the Myrtle Beach area, we’d love to chat with you. We hope that these few dog parks in the area will be a joy to take your dogs to play.

January 31, 2021January 31, 2021

3 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Vacation Home in North Myrtle Beach

Have you been thinking of buying a vacation home in the North Myrtle Beach area lately? If you have, then look no further as there are several reasons you should purchase one now. We at North Beach Realty want to share a few reasons why you should buy a vacation home here on the Grand Strand this year. Let’s look below at a few of the reasons we have come up with on why you should buy a vacation home this year.

Creating a “Home Away from Home”

One of the best benefits of owning your own vacation home in North Myrtle Beach is creating your “home away from home.” This is an excellent thing about owning a second home at the beach is you get to decorate the house just like you’ve always wanted to. Add a little coastal flair to the décor, get that oversized couch that you’d never get in your own home, and bring those cute towels that match the bathroom’s color. Let the kids decorate their own space and just enjoy spending time together while creating your “home away from home” at the beach!

Plan for your Retirement

Another great reason you should buy a vacation home now instead of waiting until later is planning for your retirement. While you may have a while before you retire, it’s never too early to start thinking about it. Buying a vacation home can open up many different options for you when it’s time to retire. One of the things to think about is where do you want to retire? Has it always been the beach? You will not only think about the future but think about how many new memories you can make with your grandkids at your new vacation home on the Grand Strand.

Take Affordable Vacations

Owning your own vacation home can come with its perks as you will always have a place to vacation. If you choose to rent out your own during the time you’re not at home, we can help you out with North Beach Vacations. Not only are you receiving income on a property that you purchased to use as your second home, but you’re also able to stay at your place without having to rent a different property. The options are endless when you purchase your own vacation home here in North Myrtle Beach!

There are so many other reasons you should buy a vacation home in North Myrtle Beach today, but we wanted to share them with you. If you are starting to look for that dream vacation home, allow us at North Beach Realty to help you out. We look forward to helping you and your family find that dream home here in the area!

May 31, 2020May 31, 2020

Now is the Time to Purchase Your Vacation Home in North Myrtle Beach

Have you and your family thought of purchasing a vacation home in the North Myrtle Beach area? If you have, then now is the time to get started with your search. We understand that finding the perfect home to become your vacation home is just the beginning and is so hard to choose. Our North Beach Realty Agents are ready to help you and your family find the right vacation home in the area to help allow you to sit back and relax.

What Kind of Vacation Home Do You Want?

This is often the hardest question for many families to answer because they all would like to have something different. For some, it may seem like having a condo within a resort is the way to go while others may want a standalone vacation home. The choices are unlimited when you are looking in North Myrtle Beach. Another part of this decision and question is how many will be vacationing with you each year. Knowing this will also help you in deciding you should go with a condo or vacation home!

Amenities of a Condo

For many families, they are often looking into what amenities come with a condo vacation home. This can, in return, help them decide if a condo will work for you and your family. Some of the amenities that will possibly come with your condo will vary depending on where you choose to purchase. If you decide to purchase your vacation home within a resort here is what you could have as some of the amenities:

Pool (Indoor or Outdoor)
Washer/Dryer in Unit
Trash Pickup
Fully Furnished Condo
Exercise Room

Another thing you may have to think about is when you purchase a condo vacation home, you will have an allowance of how many weeks you will have access to the condo. While some condos will allow you full access to it year-round, you may find that some of them will not. That is a big decision, but if you are a family who can’t sneak away anytime you choose, then maybe this is the best option for you!

Amenities of a Vacation Home

When you purchase a vacation home, you are buying a second home. This could be your home to live in a part-time of the year if you say live in colder states. It could also be used as a vacation rental that will allow you to allow other families into the home and let them have their dream vacation. Some of the amenities that you may find with your new vacation home are:

Pool
Access to the Beach
Oceanfront or Oceanview
More massive yard for family play
Full Kitchen and open layout of home
Backyard for your pets
Larger home for your family
Garage or storage

There are so many different options for your family when you purchase a vacation home in the area.

While there are many other options and reasons as to why you need to purchase your vacation home now, these are just a few reasons we wanted to share with you. If you’d like your vacation home to be in a neighborhood or oceanfront, we can help you find it! No matter how far-fetched your dream vacation home may be, our Agents at North Beach Realty are here to help you in your search!

November 24, 2019

Decorate Your Vacation Home this Holiday Season

Have you recently purchased your North Myrtle Beach vacation home and are looking for ways to decorate it this holiday season? We at North Beach Realty want to help you with that decision this year. Getting your beach house ready for its guests or even your family for the holidays can seem overwhelming. Let’s look below at how you can liven up your holiday décor this year in your new home.

Trim the Tree

The holidays aren’t complete unless you have a Christmas tree in your home. After Thanksgiving Day is normally when families put up their trees and decorate them. This year you could have a small tree in your home and decorate it in a beach theme. For many who live at the beach or have a vacation home at the beach, they love to decorate it with flamingo’s and have a coastal feel to them. Be sure to put non-breakable ornaments on the tree and trim the tree with all the pretty colors you may find at the beach. No home or vacation home is complete this year without trimming the tree as a family!

Decorate the Outside

It’s time to haul out the holly and decorate the outside of your new vacation home. Adding festive decorations to your home can make your home inviting to your friends, family and guests. Grab some fresh garland, lights and a beautiful wreath to decorate the front porch of your vacation rental. Add a few lanterns with some unbreakable ornaments and add that perfect bow to the top of each one. Place a new festive welcome mat by the front door and hang that wreath on the door. Your family and guests will definitely be inviting for anyone who visits your vacation home.

It Feels Like Home

The holidays definitely bring out the best in us all and making your vacation home feel like your guests’ home too. Add some holiday décor throughout your home such as garland along the railings of the staircase and on the mantle. Breakout the holiday dishes and have a nice table runner or cloth on the dining room table. To also make your home more inviting, you could leave some holiday candy, chocolate candy or candy canes in a glass jar or bowl for your guests to enjoy.

There are many other ways that you can get your new vacation home ready for your guests, but these are just a few we thought you’d like. If you are still in the market for a new home or vacation home, allow one of our agents at North Beach Realty help you out. We hope that you and your family enjoy your North Myrtle Beach vacation home this holiday season!

October 28, 2019

Reasons Why You Should Look for Your Vacation Home this Fall

Do you and your family love to visit North Myrtle Beach during the fall, but you’d love to have a place of your own? Fall is a great time of the year to start house hunting for your new vacation home. Finding the perfect home that will meet your family’s needs is one of the top reasons that we at North Beach Realty focuses on. Let’s look below at what the reasons are of why you should look for your vacation home this fall on the Grand Strand.

Competition

Did you know that during the fall months the market is better for anyone who is looking to purchase a vacation home? The reason that it is a better market is because during the warmer months there is more competition out there. The cooler months many of the sellers are looking to find the best buyer for their home and you as the homebuyer will have a better chance of getting the home without being outbid. This in return will mean you will be about to find the perfect vacation home in the area for a great deal.

Decorating Your Home

Another great reason as of why you should look for your vacation home this fall is the sales. We understand that furnishing a vacation home ca be a little pricey especially if you purchase it for its full price. But the good news is during the fall months a lot of home furnishings and other stores put their “summer” items on sale. What a better way to furnish your new home than with the items you were eying during the summer but for half the price. This can not only help you get some really nice things but can help you stay on budget too!

Weather is Perfect

Buying a home whether it’s a vacation home or your permanent home, looking at homes when the weather is nicer is a plus. Who wants to be hunting for homes during the dead heat of the summer when you could be searching for homes during the fall? Even though it can still be a little warm in the North Myrtle Beach area during the fall months, the humidity has lowered some. This can make not only searching for the home a little easier but can also make moving into one feel even better. We promise you that you won’t want to leave your vacation home to go back to real life after you experience the fall weather here.

While there are many other reasons as of why you should look for your vacation home this fall in North Myrtle beach, we thought you’d like these instead. If you still haven’t found your next vacation home and need help looking for one, let us at North Beach Realty assist you. We hope that we can help your family look for your dream vacation home today!

August 26, 2019

4 Things to Think About When Purchasing Your First Vacation Home

Summer is coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean that your vacations to the North Myrtle Beach has to either. Buying a vacation home is not only a great investment but is a wonderful purchase for larger families. North Beach Realty can help you and your family find the perfect rental property in the area. With the housing market these days you will be able to see the low property taxes, wonderful climate year-round and a steady supply of renters. Let’s look at what 4 things you need to think about when purchasing your first vacation property.

Do Your Research

Before you even think about purchasing your very first vacation home, you must do some research. This is a very important key factor when it comes to buying a vacation home or a new home for anyone. Research to see which areas the best for families are, look into what kind of budget you have and see where many families are looking to vacation in. This can be a key component when starting the process of finding the perfect vacation home for your family and many more. If you are still in need of assistance just give us a call and we can help you out!

What Location is the Best?

Deciding on where you’d like to purchase your first vacation home is a key element. Just like buying a home in your home state, buying a vacation home in the right area is going to help you. Of course, finding a home that is located either on the beach or close by will be the ticket for you. You will find that purchasing a home closer to the water is what will help you be able to market your vacation home to potential renters. This will also help generate a better revenue and if you ever need to sell the vacation home, the resale is better. But finding a home in a certain location for the perfect price is what we want for you too.

Size of the Vacation Home

Another key factor for searching for the perfect vacation home is going to be the size of it. Sometimes you may find that purchasing a larger home will not only cost more money but can be a little hard to handle too. We know that when you go on vacation the last thing you want to do is clean a big home, so maybe look for a smaller home. Many vacation home owners do start out with a smaller home and then they work their way up from there. And since this would be your very first investment property, we know that you will want to keep the cost as low as possible. This way you won’t have to worry about if you can afford it or not.

Work with Our Agents You Can Trust

During this process of purchasing a home and even renting it, it is important to work with a professional team that you can trust. We at North Beach Realty have quality agents that are here to help you through this process from the beginning to the end. We like to make sure that you are comfortable with the home and with the price long before you sign on the dotted lines. We hope that you will allow us to help you throughout this process for getting your very own beach vacation home.

There may be other things that will help you in making a decision on purchasing your first vacation home, but these are the few we thought you’d like. If you need any help making the big decision or you are ready to purchase your North Myrtle Beach vacation home, give us a call today. We at North Beach Realty look forward to helping your family with one of the best decisions you can!

March 26, 2019

What to Expect on the Day You Close on your Home

Are you purchasing a home in the North Myrtle Beach area and aren’t sure what to expect on the day of closing? We at North Beach Realty can help you with those questions of uncertainty that comes along when you buy or sell your home. Many want to know when their closing date will be and where will the closing take place? Anyone who may be buying a home for the first time generally have many questions to ask as they prepare to settle into their new life as a homeowner. Let’s look below at what you can expect on the day you close on your new home.

Where Will the Closing Take Place?

For many of our clients, we are often asked after an offer has been accepted is ‘Where will the closing take place?’ Closings are generally held at lawyers’ offices or they can be held at the title company that issued the title policy for the house. This is normally a very neutral place that has access to technology so the documents can be signed and verified. This can be a very neutral place that does have access to technology so the documents can be signed and verified. You will be told where the closing will be at by your real estate agent once a date is confirmed.

Who Will Be at the Closing?

We understand the importance of knowing who will be at the closing of your home. The buyers, sellers, lawyer, both Realtors will be at the closing. The mortgage lender may be there at the time of the closing so it can be a full table if everyone is there. Most times however it will be a small group at the time of the closing. There may be times where the buyers and sellers will go into the room at different times depending on the situation. If you have children, you can bring them along, but the process may be a little too long for the younger ones to sit through it.

What Will We Be Signing?

Many homeowners want to know what they will be signing on the day of closing and this is the important part. You’re closing documents will consist of the buyer’s packet and the seller’s packet. Most times the sellers will be the first to sign the paperwork as they normally have the least number of documents to sign. This process is the quickest of the whole day for everyone. Next up, it will be your turn to sign the documents. This is where you the buyer will go through each document and either initial or sign on the dotted line. During the time of signing your documents, you will also have to pay the closing costs too. While you are finishing up with signing, the funds will be verified and soon you will be on your way to your new home.

You will leave with your copy of the closing documents that you have just signed and the keys in your hands for your new home. If you are still on the hunt for a new home or vacation home in the North Myrtle Beach area, we’d love to help you find the one. And if you have just recently purchased a new home, congratulations and welcome to the area!