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Conway SC Homes for Sale

Conway is the Horry County seat — an oak-lined riverfront town 15 miles inland from Myrtle Beach where the median home price sat near $300,000 in early 2026. It pairs a historic downtown on the Waccamaw River with some of the fastest new-construction growth on the Grand Strand, drawing buyers who want more home and more land for the money than the oceanfront allows, plus a real year-round town anchored by Coastal Carolina University.

Why buyers choose Conway

More house and more land per dollar. Set inland from the coast, Conway delivers larger lots, newer construction, and lower price points than comparable oceanfront budgets allow. For a buyer relocating from the Northeast, the gap between a Conway dollar and a New Jersey dollar is the entire point.

A real downtown, not a resort strip. The Conway Riverwalk, the Conway Marina on the Waccamaw, and a historic main street give residents a year-round civic center rather than a seasonal boardwalk. Coastal Carolina University adds the cultural and economic activity of a university town.

Beach access without beach pricing. The oceanfront is a 20-to-25-minute drive — close enough for a standing weekend habit, far enough to escape the tourist density, hurricane-zone insurance loads, and price premiums of living on the sand.

For buyers weighing the move south, the Northeast relocation guide covers the financial picture in full.

Conway market data

Destination

Conway (Q2 2026)

Median home price

~$300,000

Typical range

~$200K – $700K+ (riverfront/acreage)

New construction

Rivertown Landing, Rivertown Row, Wild Wing Plantation

Dominant product

New single-family, some townhomes, riverfront historic homes

Distance to oceanfront

~15 mi / 20–25 min

School district

Horry County Schools (Conway attendance area)

Schools in Conway

Conway is served by Horry County Schools within the dedicated Conway attendance area:

Conway is also home to Coastal Carolina University (roughly 10,000 students) and a Horry-Georgetown Technical College campus. Attendance zones are redrawn periodically as new schools come online — confirm the current zone for any specific address with Horry County Schools before committing to a neighborhood.

Neighborhoods in Conway

Wild Wing Plantation: Golf community with clubhouse, lakes, and resort-style pool complex
Historic Conway: Oak-canopied streets near the Riverwalk and Main Street
Hillsborough: Newer residential community on the Carolina Forest side of Conway

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do homes cost in Conway, SC?

The median was approximately $300,000 in early 2026, with inventory from about $200K for older homes to $700K+ for riverfront properties. New-construction communities cluster in the mid-$300Ks.

How far is Conway from Myrtle Beach?

Conway sits roughly 15 miles inland from the Myrtle Beach oceanfront, a 20-to-25-minute drive along Highway 501. That proximity lets residents reach the beach for a weekend habit while living at inland prices.

Is Conway a good place to relocate from the Northeast?

For value-focused buyers, often yes. Conway offers newer, larger homes at lower prices than the beach, a real year-round downtown, and South Carolina’s favorable tax treatment of retirement income.

What schools serve Conway?

Conway is in the Horry County Schools Conway attendance area: Conway and South Conway Elementary, Whittemore Park and Conway Middle, and Conway High School. Coastal Carolina University is also in Conway.

Is there new construction in Conway?

Yes. Conway is one of the fastest-growing parts of Horry County, with active communities including Rivertown Landing by Dream Finders Homes, Rivertown Row, and Wild Wing Plantation.

Things to do in Conway

Conway Riverwalk — a boardwalk along the Waccamaw River through downtown, connecting shops, restaurants, and the marina.
Conway Marina — a working marina where residents launch boats and access the river's blackwater paddling.
Coastal Carolina University — Chanticleer athletics, the Bryan Information Commons, and a calendar of university events.
Historic downtown Conway — a National Register commercial district with the Theatre of the Republic and local restaurants along Main and Third.
Waccamaw River blackwater paddling — kayak and canoe access to one of the Lowcountry's classic cypress-lined blackwater rivers, minutes from downtown.

Working with Phil in Conway

Conway offers a mix of new construction and resale homes, and each comes with different considerations. Buyers comparing new builds should look closely at builder contracts, upgrade costs, lot premiums, and available incentives, while resale buyers should focus on factors like location, condition, and recent comparable sales. Homes near the historic downtown and Riverwalk often command higher prices than similar properties farther away.

Many buyers also compare Conway with the family-friendly neighborhoods of Carolina Forest or the coastal lifestyle in Myrtle Beach when deciding between more space and value or living closer to the beach.