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Murrells Inlet Homes for Sale

Murrells Inlet is the Seafood Capital of South Carolina — a South Strand community where the median home price was near $422,000 in early 2026 and the character is defined by salt marsh, waterway access, and the MarshWalk’s restaurant row. It sits between Garden City to the north and Pawleys Island to the south, drawing buyers who want a waterfront identity and a year-round social scene without the resort-core density of the Central Strand.

Why buyers choose Murrells Inlet

Salt-marsh waterfront at a South Strand price. Murrells Inlet is built around its estuary. Wachesaw Plantation sits on the Intracoastal Waterway with a marina; Prince Creek community backs up to the creek. For buyers who want water access without paying oceanfront prices, the inlet’s marsh and waterway frontage offers real value.

The MarshWalk’s year-round character. The MarshWalk boardwalk along the inlet houses some of the best seafood restaurants and live-music venues on the Strand, and it draws residents year-round rather than just in summer. For buyers who want a walkable, socially active waterfront community, the MarshWalk is the South Strand’s strongest argument.

Wachesaw Plantation’s golf and gated lifestyle. Wachesaw is a Tom Fazio-designed golf course in a gated community with a marina and club, offering a complete resort lifestyle at a price point that comparable gated communities on the Central Strand cannot match. The combination of golf, water, and a gated enclave is rare at the Wachesaw median.

For buyers focused on golf and waterway living, the gated and golf communities guide covers the options across the Strand.

Murrells Inlet market data

Destination

Murrells Inlet (Q2 2026)

Median home price

~$422,000

Wachesaw Plantation range

~$400K – $1M+

Prince Creek communities

~$350K – $600K

Major communities

Wachesaw Plantation, Prince Creek, TideWater

Waterfront

Intracoastal Waterway, Murrells Inlet estuary

School district

Horry County Schools (Saint James attendance area)

Schools in Murrells Inlet

Murrells Inlet is served by Horry County Schools within the Saint James attendance area:

Confirm the current attendance zone for any specific address with Horry County Schools, as zone boundaries are adjusted as the district grows.

Neighborhoods in Murrells Inlet

Wachesaw Plantation: Gated golf & marina community with Tom Fazio course on the ICW
Prince Creek: Master-planned development with multiple communities along Prince Creek
Blackmoor: a golf community centered around a Gary Player-designed course with affordable single-family homes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do homes cost in Murrells Inlet?

The median home price was approximately $422,000 in early 2026. Wachesaw Plantation and waterfront estates reach $1M+, while Prince Creek communities and newer construction offer product from the mid-$300Ks.

What is Murrells Inlet known for?

Murrells Inlet is the Seafood Capital of South Carolina, known for the MarshWalk boardwalk and its restaurant row, Wachesaw Plantation’s gated golf and marina community, and a salt-marsh waterfront character distinct from the beach towns.

What gated communities are in Murrells Inlet?

Wachesaw Plantation is the marquee gated community, built around a Tom Fazio golf course on the Waccamaw River with equestrian facilities. Prince Creek and its Seasons at Prince Creek West (55+) enclave offer additional gated and master-planned options.

Does Murrells Inlet have golf?

Yes. Wachesaw Plantation Club features a Tom Fazio course, Blackmoor is built around a Gary Player-designed course, and Indigo Creek offers an additional layout, giving the area golf options across several price points.

What schools serve Murrells Inlet?

Murrells Inlet is served by Horry County Schools in the Saint James attendance area: Saint James Elementary, Burgess Elementary, Saint James Middle, and Saint James High School. Confirm the current zone for any specific address with Horry County Schools.

Is Murrells Inlet good for retirees?

Yes. With 55+ communities like Seasons at Prince Creek West, gated golf living, a walkable waterfront, and South Carolina’s favorable tax treatment of retirement income, Murrells Inlet is a common choice for active-adult and retirement buyers.

Things to do in Murrells Inlet

The MarshWalk — the boardwalk restaurant and entertainment row along the inlet estuary, the social heart of the community year-round.
Brookgreen Gardens — a 9,100-acre sculpture garden and wildlife preserve just south, one of the most significant cultural attractions on the Grand Strand.
Huntington Beach State Park — undeveloped beach and birding habitat adjacent to Brookgreen, a short drive from the MarshWalk.
The Intracoastal Waterway — boating, fishing, and charter access from the inlet’s extensive dock and marina infrastructure.
Wachesaw Plantation golf — the Tom Fazio-designed course is one of the most respected private layouts on the Strand.

Working with Phil in Murrells Inlet

Buying in Murrells Inlet means comparing several very different neighborhoods, each with its own HOA fees, insurance considerations, and resale trends. Whether you’re considering a marsh-front home, a property in Wachesaw Plantation, a family home in Prince Creek, or a 55+ villa in Seasons, understanding those differences is key to making the right decision. Buyers often tour Murrells Inlet alongside the family beaches of Garden City just north and the gated luxury of Pawleys Island just south before deciding.