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Hilton Head Island, SC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Hilton Head Island
Located in Coastal South Carolina between Charleston and Savannah, Hilton Head Island is a Lowcountry resort town. With abundant golfing opportunities, multiple beaches, and…
Located in Coastal South Carolina between Charleston and Savannah, Hilton Head Island is a Lowcountry resort town. With abundant golfing opportunities, multiple beaches, and waterfront shopping, it is a popular destination for active adults looking for the charm of a small town with the amenities of a larger city.
Climate & Geography
Hilton Head Island is nearly a barrier island developed just off the coast of South Carolina, accessible only by U.S. Route 278. It has a dynamic beach system with grassy dunes, wetlands in the interior, and a pounding surf. The city experiences a humid subtropical climate typical of the Gulf Coast: summers are hot, long, and humid, while winters are short and cool. Frequent thunderstorms in late summer bring more than average rainfall, and residents expect 215 days of sun.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
With so many beaches, water sports, boating, and swimming opportunities are abundant. Coligny Beach and Hilton Head Island Beach are among the most popular seaside destinations in the city. In addition, the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, a 400-acre nature preserve, has walking trails with boardwalks above the marshlands.
Residents can shop, dine, and listen to live music on the waterfront at the Shelter Cove Town Centre. It is also next to the Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina, featuring maritime activities.
Other popular amenities include several breweries and distilleries, numerous golf courses, and annual community festivals. More shopping, dining, and art galleries are an hour away in Savannah.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Hilton Head Island’s cost of living is higher than average, but only because of the cost of housing. Every other index, including groceries, utilities, transportation, and health care, are below the national and state averages.
South Carolina does not tax Social Security benefits, and while other forms of retirement income are taxed, they are also largely deductible. Property taxes are among the lowest in the country, and a sizeable homestead exemption is available for residents 65 and older. Sales tax in the county is average at 7 percent, and groceries are only taxed at the local one percent rate.
Healthcare
Hilton Head Hospital, located in the island, is rated as high performing by U.S. News in heart failure and knee replacements. Beaufort Memorial hospital, located 16 miles away in Beaufort, is also rated high performing in knee replacements.
Nearby Savannah also has two high performing hospitals: Memorial Health University Medical Center is ranked the No. 9 hospital in Georgia, and St. Joseph’s Medical Center is the No. 12 hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Hilton Head Island, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and no small communities.
The smallest 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island has 908 homes, the largest has 4278 homes, and the average communities consists of 2593 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island. All 2 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island are gated. For instance, Hilton Head Plantation is a gated communities with 4278 homes, and Indigo Run is another gated communities with 908 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island stay on the market for around 288 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $672,358, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Hilton Head Plantation average around $980,710, while homes in Indigo Run average around $364,006.
29 communities near Hilton Head Island
831 homes near Hilton Head Island
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,186 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,321 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,247 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|3,691 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,701 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,383 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,647 sq ft
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5 beds
|6 baths
|5,200 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,208 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,933 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,755 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,940 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,200 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,145 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,831 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,329 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,161 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,518 sq ft
|Detached
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,177 sq ft
|Townhome
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,277 sq ft
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4 beds
|4 baths
|3,116 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,776 sq ft
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4 beds
|4 baths
|2,364 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,095 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,096 sq ft
|Detached
4 beds
|6 baths
|5,000 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,572 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,365 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,707 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,088 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,518 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,411 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,704 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,684 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Hilton Head Island, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and no small communities.
The smallest 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island has 908 homes, the largest has 4278 homes, and the average communities consists of 2593 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island. All 2 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island are gated. For instance, Hilton Head Plantation is a gated communities with 4278 homes, and Indigo Run is another gated communities with 908 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Hilton Head Island stay on the market for around 288 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $672,358, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Hilton Head Plantation average around $980,710, while homes in Indigo Run average around $364,006.
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