FORESTBROOK, SC
LIVING IN FORESTBROOK SC
Last updated November 2026
THE SHORT ANSWER
Forestbrook is a residential community in Horry County, South Carolina, about 15 minutes west of downtown Myrtle Beach. It is not a city. It sits along Forestbrook Road between US 501 and the Socastee area and uses zip codes 29579 and 29588.
Forestbrook gets searched a lot by buyers who want a Myrtle Beach address with more space and less tourist traffic. I have been in real estate since 1995, and I work with buyers and sellers across Horry County and Brunswick County. These are the questions people ask me most about Forestbrook, along with the latest market numbers.
Is Forestbrook SC a city?
THE SHORT ANSWER
No. Forestbrook is an unincorporated community in Horry County. It has no town government of its own, and Horry County provides zoning, permits and services.
Many Forestbrook homes have a Myrtle Beach mailing address but sit outside Myrtle Beach city limits. That affects taxes and services. The tax record shows whether a home is in the city or the county, and I check it on every home I show.
Where is Forestbrook SC?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Forestbrook is west of Myrtle Beach, between US 501 to the north and the Socastee area to the south. The Intracoastal Waterway and the Waccamaw River are close by.
Forestbrook Road is the main route through the area. It connects to US 501 for trips toward Conway or the beach, and to SC 544 and SC 707 for trips toward Surfside Beach and Market Common.
How far is Forestbrook SC from Myrtle Beach?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Forestbrook is about 8 miles from downtown Myrtle Beach, or about 15 minutes by car.
| From Forestbrook to | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Myrtle Beach | about 8 miles | about 15 min |
| Myrtle Beach International Airport | about 8 miles | about 15 min |
| Market Common | about 9 miles | about 15 min |
| Carolina Forest | about 7 miles | about 15 min |
| Conway | about 12 miles | about 20 min |
| Surfside Beach | about 10 miles | about 20 min |
Drive times are approximate. US 501 and Forestbrook Road can back up at rush hour and on summer weekends.
What do homes cost in Forestbrook SC?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Forestbrook is split between two zip codes. In September 2026, the median sold price for single-family homes was $382,500 in 29588 and $485,000 in 29579, based on MLS sales.
| Single-family homes, Sept 2026 | 29588 | 29579 |
|---|---|---|
| Median sold price (MLS) | $382,500 | $485,000 |
| Median sold price (public records) | $319,000 | $457,500 |
| Median list price, active | $379,900 | $499,900 |
| Median days on market | 64 days | 50 days |
| Months of inventory | 4.25 | 5.11 |
| Median estimated value (Oct 2026) | $322,980 | $414,000 |
Zip code 29579 also includes Carolina Forest, where many newer homes pull the median up. Older Forestbrook neighborhoods often sell closer to the 29588 numbers. For a specific street, I pull recent sales right around the home.
Is Forestbrook SC a good place to live?
THE SHORT ANSWER
It depends on what you want. Forestbrook offers established neighborhoods, larger lots in some areas and a quick drive to the beach. It is a car-based area, and some homes near the Waccamaw River sit in flood zones.
Some neighborhoods near the river have flooded during past hurricanes. Ask for the flood zone, any flood history and an elevation certificate if one exists. Get insurance quotes early. I often send clients to Keith Gore with Brightlight Insurance (910-207-7662).
Drive the area after a heavy rain and at rush hour before you decide.
What are the suburbs of Myrtle Beach?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Popular communities around Myrtle Beach include Carolina Forest, Forestbrook, Socastee, Surfside Beach, Murrells Inlet, Conway, Little River and Longs. Each has its own feel, price range and drive time to the beach.
Some are incorporated towns, like Surfside Beach and Conway. Others, like Forestbrook, Socastee and Carolina Forest, are unincorporated parts of Horry County. You can compare them in my Moving to Horry County SC guide.
Is Myrtle Beach a city or a town?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Myrtle Beach is a city. It is the largest city in Horry County, with about 40,000 residents in recent estimates.
Myrtle Beach became a city in 1957. Many nearby areas use a Myrtle Beach mailing address but are outside city limits, including most of Forestbrook.
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Market data: Realtors Property Resource (RPR), MLS and public records, September 2026; estimated values as of October 2026. Drive times are approximate. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Danielle helps sellers, buyers and investors in Brunswick County NC, Tabor City NC and Horry County SC. Her real estate roots go back to 1995. She writes about the local market here on her blog.