The town of Surfside Beach is just south of Myrtle Beach on the Atlantic coast. The town was incorporated in 1964 and is well known as "The Family Beach" of the Grand Strand. Surfside Beach is a comfortable, family-friendly neighborhood close to plenty of shopping and attractions while keeping out of the hustle and bustle. Surfside Beach was the first town in Horry County to become Autism-friendly and is the first vacation destination in the world to earn this distinction.

Many people recognized Surfside Beach for its beautiful beach, frequented by nesting sea turtles, and grand pier reaching out into the Atlantic Ocean. Unfortunately, more than half of the pier was lost and much of what survived incurred severe damage during Hurricane Matthew on October 8, 2016. However, FEMA is well into an Environmental and Historical Impact Study in preparation for the rebuilding of the pier in the near future.

Surfside Beach has several family-friendly parks, most notably the All Children's Park, which was built with features to accommodate both able-bodied children and their physically-challenged peers, and the Bark Park for families that include a dog (or a few). The newest park in Surfside Beach, Passive Park, is known for its serene location and tranquil atmosphere.

Kids who live in Surfside Beach attend schools in the nearby Market Common, Socastee and Garden City areas, most notably St. James Middle School and St. James High School.

SURFSIDE BEACH REAL ESTATE

In Surfside Beach, you'll find plenty of real estate options to fit your budget. Here are a few housing communities to check out while evaluating if Surfside Beach is the right neighborhood for you:

Southwood Homes
This neighborhood features single-family homes that range from $200,000 to the mid-$300,000's. A number of properties feature lake views or views of the former Wicked Sticks Golf Course.

Prestwick Country Club
On the higher end, Prestwick Country Club offers a gated, secured community with a popular championship golf course and some of the best rated tennis courts in the Grand Strand. The amenities include a swimming pool, private cabana, dining options in the clubhouse and a pro shop well-stocked for golf and tennis lovers. Single-family homes in the Prestwick community range from the mid-$200,000's to the low-$600,000's.

Deerfield Plantation
One of the larger housing developments in Surfside Beach, Deerfield Plantation features homes from 20 years old through newly built homes. This community has a lot of options for buyers looking for a great place to call home. Prices in Deerfield Plantation range from the mid-$200,000's to the mid-$300,000's.

Is Surfside Beach the right neighborhood for you? If you want a family-friendly community with great beaches that is close to shopping and events while keeping out of the hustle and bustle, then you need to check out Surfside Beach. Call your Century 21 Broadhurst agent today to learn more about The Family Beach.