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Wachesaw Plantation East

Wachesaw Plantation East

Neighborhood in Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Horry County 29576

$472,125 Average Value
$180 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

A modern extension of Wachesaw Plantation

Wachesaw East was first established in 2002 as an extension to the long-running Wachesaw Plantation community. Mel Nordstrom, a Realtor with Keller Williams Innovate South, calls Wachesaw East the “little sister” of the original neighborhood, which was developed in the 1980s. “One of the biggest differences is when you’re in Wachsaw East, it’s a more traditional community,” says Nordstrom says, who has lived in the Grand Strand for over 15 years. “Wachesaw Plantation is more of an executive community, and it’s more about country club living.” Like its big sister, this second neighborhood is also a gated golf community with an award-winning 18-hole course, an on-site restaurant and multiple walking trails. The neighborhood is next to Ocean Highway in the heart of Murrells Inlet. This location puts it close to amenities like the local hospital and keeps it within a short drive to the rest of the inlet. With beaches, gardens and acclaimed fresh seafood, Murrells Inlet is a laid-back marsh town with plenty to explore. “I can’t remember the last time I saw someone wearing a suit and tie on the inlet. It’s very down to earth,” says Drew Dellinger, who has lived in the Grand Strand for over 20 years and is a Realtor with Garden City Realty.

Discover unique styles of homes nestled in a gated community at Wachesaw Plantation East.
Discover unique styles of homes nestled in a gated community at Wachesaw Plantation East.
Wachesaw Plantation East has a great walking trail for residents to walk their dog.
Wachesaw Plantation East has a great walking trail for residents to walk their dog.
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Wachesaw East Golf Club is open to everyone

Wachesaw Plantation Club and Wachesaw East Golf Club are only 3 miles apart, and both are built along the area’s former rice fields. Wachesaw East has a public 18-hole course and an on-site restaurant, making it easy for anyone to stop by for a game and a quick meal. The larger Wachesaw Plantation Club is completely private and offers its members an additional golf course, a pool, and pickleball and tennis courts. The club is also next to the Wacca Wache Marina, one of the closest places to dock on the Waccamaw River. A smaller boat launch is at Morse Park Landing on Swale Avenue, which has a crabbing dock along the southern marshes. It is a short 4-mile drive to Garden City Beach and 5 miles to the adjoining Surfside Beach, the main places near Murrells Inlet to surf, swim and fish.

Tee it up with friends for a fun round of golf at Wachesaw East Golf Club in Murrells Inlet.
Tee it up with friends for a fun round of golf at Wachesaw East Golf Club in Murrells Inlet.
Wacca Wache Marina on the Waccamaw River is the closest boat launch to Wachesaw Plantation East.
Wacca Wache Marina on the Waccamaw River is the closest boat launch to Wachesaw Plantation East.
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Toasted Tee serves drinks and breakfast over the links

Toasted Tee Grub and Pub on Riverwood Drive is Wachesaw East’s on-site restaurant, with an outdoor bar and large deck overlooking the golf course. The kitchen is open until 2 p.m. every day, cooking up appetizers, breakfast platters and sandwiches. Cocktails and beer are served throughout the day, and cigar smoking is welcomed on the deck. The Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk, one of the area’s biggest food destinations, is next to Ocean Highway, a short stroll or golf cart ride away. The Walk’s top restaurants, including Bovine’s and the Dead Dog Saloon, are known for their selections of crab legs, baked oysters and lobster. Fresh local fish, shrimp and clams are also for sale at the inlet’s seafood shops, like Harrelson’s Seafood Market on Ocean Highway. Anything else to cook at home can be found at Food Lion on Mink Avenue or Walmart Neighborhood Market at the Inlet Crossing Shopping Center on Ocean Highway. The center also has a number of chain restaurants, a Dollar Tree and Belk department store.

Wachesaw Plantation East locals enjoy great food and drinks at Toasted Tee Grub & Pub.
Wachesaw Plantation East locals enjoy great food and drinks at Toasted Tee Grub & Pub.
Wachesaw Plantation East locals love outdoor dining at Dead Dog Saloon in Murrells Inlet.
Wachesaw Plantation East locals love outdoor dining at Dead Dog Saloon in Murrells Inlet.
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Golf-cart-friendly trails connect Wachesaw East’s homes

The most popular homes in Wachesaw East are one-story new traditional properties from the early 2000s. These residences tend to be under 2,500 square feet and are priced between $350,000 and $550,000. At the front of the neighborhood are condos and townhouses near the golf course ranging from $250,000 to $300,000. Many homes have backyard views of the course and small ponds, and walking trails connect the entire community. Wachesaw East allows residents to ride golf carts anywhere on property, making it a favorite way for locals to get around. While Wachesaw East homes are not directly on the river or the beach, the entire inlet is still prone to flooding, especially during tropical storms or hurricanes. Wachesaw Plantation East has a CAP Index Crime Score of 3, below the national average score of 4 out of 10.

Find elegant single-level homes with traditional styles at Wachesaw Plantation East.
Find elegant single-level homes with traditional styles at Wachesaw Plantation East.
Wachesaw Plantation East has charming townhomes with garages in Murrells Inlet.
Wachesaw Plantation East has charming townhomes with garages in Murrells Inlet.
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Neighbors with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Ocean Highway – also known as Route 17 – is next to the front gates of Wachesaw Plantation East. The highway is the best way to reach Myrtle Beach, 16 miles away. The community is also directly next to Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Murrells Inlet’s main healthcare facility, and Emmanuel Bible Church. A Coast RTA bus stop at the hospital makes it easy to get on board and take the daily route between Georgetown and Myrtle Beach. Living next to the hospital also has added benefits during storm season. “Wachesaw East is on the power grid for the hospital, so it’s very rare you’re going to lose power there,” Nordstrom says.

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital provides 24-hour emergency service in Murrells Inlet.
Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital provides 24-hour emergency service in Murrells Inlet.
Coast RTA has bus stops for Wachesaw Plantation East residents to commute around Murrells Inlet.
Coast RTA has bus stops for Wachesaw Plantation East residents to commute around Murrells Inlet.
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Georgetown County Schools serve Murrells Inlet

Wachesaw Plantation East is zoned into to the Georgetown County School District, one of two school districts serving Murrells Inlet families. Georgetown County Schools includes Waccamaw Elementary School, which has an A-minus grade, and Waccamaw Intermediate School, Waccamaw Middle School and Waccamaw High School, which all have B-plus grades on Niche. Waccamaw High is known for its wide variety of school clubs, from an Aeronautics and Aviation Club to a tennis team with over 30 state titles. Coastal Carolina University is in Conway, 18 miles from Murrells Inlet, known for its exercise science and marine biology programs.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Myrtle Beach International

27 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Wachesaw Plantation East US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

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Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$374,950
Median Single Family Price
$395,900
Median Townhouse Price
$372,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$273,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$180
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Months of Supply
5.50
Median List Price
$359,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
355
Median Year Built
2002
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,127
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,151
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,660
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
950
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,325

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 3pm

    4437 Lady Banks Ln Unit C1, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

    $287,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,250 Sq Ft
    • 4437 Lady Banks Ln
    • Unit C1
    • New 22 days ago

    ***OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 26th & Sunday April 27th 1-3pm*** *PRIVATE 1-CAR GARAGE is INCLUDED* Rare opportunity to own this beautiful Condo located in the highly desirable Gated Golf Community at Wachesaw Plantation East. For added privacy there is also a security guard stationed at the gate. This beautiful and spacious 2 bedroom 2 bathroom unit has an open floor plan, vinyl plank floors, and

    Jacqui Powell Weichert REALTORS CF

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,001
Median Age
62
Population under 18
13.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45.3%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$65,673
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,503

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.9%
College Graduates
42.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
47.1%
Below the national average
65.1%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

18 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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