The Grand Strand has become one of the most popular retirement corridors on the East Coast — and for good reason. South Carolina has no state tax on Social Security, a cost of living below the national average, and Myrtle Beach delivers year-round mild weather, 60 miles of coastline, and over 80 golf courses. The area stretches from Little River and North Myrtle Beach in the north to Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet in the south, with 43 active adult communities and homes starting under $100K. Whether you're looking for beachfront resort living at Del Webb at Grande Dunes, an affordable golf community like Island Green or Bridgewater, or a quieter inland option near Conway, the Myrtle Beach area has a 55+ community at nearly every price point — from $100K condos to $2M waterfront homes, with an average around $442K. 55places has profiled all 43 communities with verified pricing, resident reviews, and local agent connections.