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Pawleys Island, SC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Pawleys Island
Pawleys Island is a small town on a barrier Island in coastal South Carolina. During the summer the area is busy with tourists but year round residents on the island number less…
Pawleys Island is a small town on a barrier Island in coastal South Carolina. During the summer the area is busy with tourists but year round residents on the island number less than 150. Pawleys Island retirement communities are popular due to the natural beauty of the area and the abundant recreational opportunities which include golfing, crabbing, kayaking, birdwatching, and more. Â
Cost of Living & Taxes
As a coastal town it is not surprising to find that the average cost of living in Pawleys Island is higher than elsewhere in the state and the nation as a whole. The only exception is in transportation costs which are significantly less than the state or national averages.Â
Pawleys Island is in Georgetown County where the average property tax is 0.46%. Pawleys Island sales tax is 6% consists of just state sales tax, there are no city or county taxes in Pawleys Island. South Carolina has a variable state income tax that ranges from 3 to 6.5%. Social Security is not taxed and those over 65 can exclude up to $10,000 in retirement income.Â
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
There are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the Pawleys Island area, including:Â
Art & performances
- Island Art Gallery
Historical sites and museums
- Atalaya Castle
Outdoor activities
- Pawleys Island has nine golf clubs within five miles of the island.Â
- The Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk
- Pawleys Island Nature Park
Other activities
- Lowcountry Zoo at Brookgreen Gardens
Climate
The Pawleys Island area sees about 42 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the month of August. Average winter temperatures range from 42° to 55°. Summer in Pawleys Island is hot and humid with summer temperatures averaging between 76° and 86° with 78% humidity. Average snowfall in Pawleys Island is half an inch with the highest chance of snow during the month of February. Â
Health Care
The closest hospitals to Pawleys Island are:Â
Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital in Murrells Inlet which is 9 miles from Pawleys Island. The hospital has 124 beds and has received awards for joint replacement by U.S. News & World Report, has been recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System from the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, and accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.
Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital is a 131 bed hospital in Georgetown, 10 miles from Pawleys Island. Tidelands Georgetown is Joint Commission certified in joint replacement and spinal surgery. The hospital is also certified as an advanced primary stroke center by the Joint Commission.
Conway Medical Center in Conway is 24 miles from Pawley Island. Conway Medical Center has 222 beds and is accredited and recognized by the College of American Pathologists, American Association of Respiratory Care, and Healogics.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Pawleys Island, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Pawleys Island has 272 homes, the largest has 272 homes, and the average community consists of 272 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ community in Pawleys Island. The only 55+ community in Pawleys Island is gated. For instance, River Club is a gated community with 272 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Pawleys Island stay on the market for around 90 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $441,355, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in River Club average around $441,355.
18 communities near Pawleys Island
185 homes near Pawleys Island
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,225 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,338 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,676 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,724 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,843 sq ft
|Detached
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,374 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,903 sq ft
|Detached
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,269 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,056 sq ft
|Detached
4 beds
|4 baths
|2,491 sq ft
|Detached
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,500 sq ft
|Detached
4 beds
|2 baths
|1,738 sq ft
|Detached
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,310 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,017 sq ft
|Detached
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,100 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,650 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,308 sq ft
|Detached
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,705 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,824 sq ft
|Detached
2 beds
|2 baths
|960 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|618 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,193 sq ft
|Detached
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,814 sq ft
|Detached
1 beds
|1 baths
|760 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Pawleys Island, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Pawleys Island has 272 homes, the largest has 272 homes, and the average community consists of 272 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ community in Pawleys Island. The only 55+ community in Pawleys Island is gated. For instance, River Club is a gated community with 272 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Pawleys Island stay on the market for around 90 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $441,355, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in River Club average around $441,355.
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