SOCASTEE, SC
LIVING IN SOCASTEE SC
Last updated November 2026
THE SHORT ANSWER
Socastee is a community in Horry County, South Carolina, just west of Myrtle Beach International Airport along the Intracoastal Waterway. Its main zip code is 29588, and it is about 20 minutes from downtown Myrtle Beach.
Socastee comes up a lot with buyers who want to be close to Myrtle Beach at a lower price point than the oceanfront. 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 Socastee, along with the latest market numbers.
Where is Socastee SC located?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Socastee is in Horry County, between US 17 and the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge, just west of Myrtle Beach International Airport. The Intracoastal Waterway runs right through it.
Socastee is not an incorporated town. Horry County handles zoning, permits and services, so homes here pay county taxes rather than city taxes. Main roads include SC 544 and SC 707, which connect you to Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach and Conway.
What county is Socastee SC in?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Socastee is in Horry County, South Carolina.
Some nearby addresses use a Myrtle Beach mailing address even though they sit outside city limits. The tax record shows whether a home is in a city or in the county. I check that on every home I show.
What is the zip code for Socastee SC?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Most of Socastee uses zip code 29588. Some parts near the edges use 29575 or 29579.
That is why a zip code search can mix Socastee with Surfside Beach or Carolina Forest homes. The numbers below are for 29588.
What is Socastee SC known for?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Socastee is known for its historic swing bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway and the Socastee Historic District, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also known for easy waterway access and lots of established neighborhoods.
The swing bridge still turns to let boats pass, one of only a handful still working in South Carolina. Each spring the Socastee Heritage Festival celebrates the area's history. Boaters like the quick access to the waterway, and the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge offers trails and paddling nearby.
How far is Socastee SC from Myrtle Beach?
THE SHORT ANSWER
Socastee is about 10 miles from downtown Myrtle Beach, or about 20 minutes by car. It is about 3 hours 30 minutes from Charlotte NC.
| From Socastee to | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Beach International Airport | about 6 miles | about 15 min |
| Surfside Beach | about 7 miles | about 15 min |
| Downtown Myrtle Beach | about 10 miles | about 20 min |
| Murrells Inlet | about 13 miles | about 20 min |
| Conway | about 15 miles | about 25 min |
| Georgetown | about 35 miles | about 45 min |
| Charlotte NC | about 190 miles | about 3 hr 30 min |
Drive times are approximate. SC 544 and SC 707 can back up at rush hour and in summer.
What do homes cost in Socastee SC?
THE SHORT ANSWER
In September 2026, the median sold price for single-family homes in zip code 29588 was $382,500 based on MLS sales. Public records show a median of $319,000.
| Single-family homes, 29588 | Number | Month |
|---|---|---|
| Median sold price (MLS) | $382,500 | September 2026 |
| Median sold price (public records) | $319,000 | September 2026 |
| Median list price, active | $379,900 | September 2026 |
| Median days on market | 64 days | September 2026 |
| Sold price vs. list price | 97.9% | September 2026 |
| Months of inventory | 4.25 | September 2026 |
| Median estimated value | $322,980 | October 2026 |
With about 4 months of inventory, Socastee is one of the tighter markets in the Myrtle Beach area right now. Sellers are getting close to 98% of their asking price. Estimated values are down about 3.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers a little room to negotiate.
How much are condos for sale in Socastee SC?
THE SHORT ANSWER
In September 2026, the median sold price for condos and townhomes in 29588 was $224,950 based on MLS sales. Public records show a median of $166,500.
| Condos and townhomes, 29588 | Number | Month |
|---|---|---|
| Median sold price (MLS) | $224,950 | September 2026 |
| Median sold price (public records) | $166,500 | September 2026 |
| Median list price, active | $191,500 | September 2026 |
| Median days on market | 65 days | September 2026 |
| Sold price vs. list price | 97.6% | September 2026 |
| Months of inventory | 6.35 | September 2026 |
| Median estimated value | $201,290 | October 2026 |
Condos and townhomes in Socastee are often a lower-cost way to live near the beach. Ask for the HOA budget, reserve study and master insurance policy before you make an offer.
Is Socastee SC a good place to live?
THE SHORT ANSWER
It depends on what you want. Socastee offers lower prices than the oceanfront, quick access to the beach and the waterway, and lots of established neighborhoods. It is a car-based area, and traffic on the main roads can be heavy at peak times.
Some homes near the Intracoastal Waterway and the Waccamaw River sit in flood zones. Ask for the flood zone and any flood history before you buy, and get insurance quotes early. I often send clients to Keith Gore with Brightlight Insurance (910-207-7662).
Drive your commute at rush hour and visit on a summer weekend before you decide.
What is there to do in Socastee SC?
THE SHORT ANSWER
You can boat or fish the Intracoastal Waterway, paddle in the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge, visit the historic swing bridge and reach the beach in about 15 to 20 minutes.
Shopping, dining and entertainment along US 17 and in Market Common are close by. Surfside Beach and Garden City are the nearest beaches for many Socastee residents.
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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.