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Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Isle of Palms is located in Charleston County, South Carolina, to the East of Mount Pleasant and directly Northeast of Sullivans Island. Isle of Palms is a narrow barrier island with the Atlantic on one side and separated from the mainland by the Intracoastal Waterway.
Isle of Palms remained a remote, sparsely populated vacation spot until the early 20th century. A 50-room hotel opened in 1906, followed in 1912 by a beach pavilion and amusement park.
First known as Hunting Island, and then Long Island, developers renamed is the Isle of Palms in 1913 to attract tourists. Development of the 5.6 square mile island didn't begin in earnest until the 1940's.
The boom started in 1944 with the purchase of 1,300 acres by The Beach Co., which laid out roads and began building a mixture of vacation and affordable housing. The Ben Sawyer bridge connecting Mount Pleasant to Sullivan's Island completed the Charletson-to-IOP automobile link in 1945 and more growth followed.
By the 1970's, developers turned their eyes toward a 1,600-acre tract and began construction of what is today the gated Wild Dunes Resort. This exclusive community features two golf courses, extensive tennis facilities and a system of walking and bicycling trails.
Hurricane Hugo destroyed 95% of the Isle Of Palm's buildings in 1989 and the influx of insurance cash led to a burst of luxurious gentrification, Today, the island has a population of more than 4,500, multi-million-dollar homes line the water and its Front Beach commercial district bustles with restaurants and shops.
The Isle of Palms Windjammer Lounge is a classic beachfront bar and music venue, and the annual Polar Bear Swim on Sullivan's Island, which draws thousands of high-spirited bathers every New Year's Day, originates at Dunleavey's Pub in the island's tiny downtown.
Life on the islands offer distinct choices for those who can afford them - the upscale energy of the Isle of Palms versus the quirkier charms of Sullivan's Island. Residents of both islands benefit from one of the state's finest elementary schools, enjoy easy access to shopping via the Isle of Palms Connector and can often be spotted tooling around in their ubiquitous electric golf carts.
Isle of Palms is an affluent community of both vacation home owners and year-round residents, with large beachfront homes, resorts, and local restaurants. Beach volleyball is popular in the summer, and the "Windjammer" club hosts several tournaments throughout the year.
The Isle of Palms is also home to Wild Dunes, an oceanfront resort. It is comprised of 1,600 acres on the north end of the island and has controlled-access gates.
Wild Dunes was developed in 1972 and has two famous golf courses on it: the Wild Dunes Links Course, and the Harbor Course, both designed by Tom Fazio. It also has a nationally ranked tennis complex with 17 clay courts, and an award-winning family recreation program.
Recent Isle of Palms MLS Listings:
Absolutely one of the best built homes on the Isle of Palms. A second row lot with oceanfront like views on a quiet side street with resident only parking allowed and no...
- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 21001062 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Have it all on the Isle of Palms! Located just two blocks from the beach and away from the hustle and bustle, this newly built house sits on one of the largest lots on I...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 21000931 MLS
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This stunner of a beach house is equipped to entertain a crowd with a large open kitchen and living area, and 9 bedrooms to sleep your most fortunate friends and family! ...
- 9 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 21000525 MLS
- Active Status
Fantastic location on the quiet side of the island. Almost a third acre corner lot, two block walk to the nearest beach access, one block to Palm Blvd and the Boathouse R...
- 21000512 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Lovely, updated island cottage on a 1/4 acre, high lot with pool and a beautiful fenced-in back yard. Great location one block to the beach and one block to Front Beach s...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 21000505 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Fantastic location on the quiet side of the island. Almost a third acre corner lot, two block walk to the nearest beach access, one block to Palm Blvd and the Boathouse R...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 21000501 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Stunning island home with views of the 13th hole Wild Dunes Resort Harbor Golf Course! Located on a large corner lot just minutes to the beach and marina. Huge wrap a...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 21000061 MLS
- Wildwood SubDv.
- Active Status
This is a fabulous little cottage with high income potential or it might be perfect for an owner who just wants to own a piece of paradise without spending a million doll...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 20033790 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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South Carolina brings you home to the Isle of Palms (and beaches and beauty). Stroll down Ocean Boulevard, broad and lined with trees, to this sunny seaside villa and you...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 20032768 MLS
- Oceanside SubDv.
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Have you dreamed of owning your very own home on beautiful Isle of Palms? This lovely home sits on a spacious corner lot just across from the Wild Dunes Harbour Golf Cour...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 20032271 MLS
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This perfect oceanfront home is well-built, meticulously maintained & nicely decorated! Located on the more desirable Ocean Blvd, this home was built as a primary residen...
- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 20032186 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Minutes to the Beach, Marina, & Golf Courses. 15 mins to Downtown Charleston. Island Living at its BEST. Private 5 Lot Cul De Sac, Builder & Architect Patrick Broderick ...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 20031840 MLS
- Forest Trail SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to the laid back lifestyle of beach living! This home is located in one of the best locations on the Isle of Palms, the quiet south end of the island, only blocks...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 20030921 MLS
- Active Status
Adorable Island Beach cottage with proven track record of rental history. 2 Blocks from the Beach. View of creek from front door. Many new upgrades. Continue as a rental ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 20029984 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Rare front-beach house in the private Beachside community! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath gem has been meticulously cared for and updated. Incredible ocean views and private beac...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 20029867 MLS
- Beachside SubDv.
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One of the most popular oceanfront communities on the IOP. One can walk to shop, eat and drink. Private roads, community pool, tennis court and back board. This home has ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 20028812 MLS
- Beachside SubDv.
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If you are here, you have arrived .... This ethereal luxury oasis sits on high ground overlooking the sandy shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy the peaceful sound of wave...
- 9 Beds
- 11 Baths
- 20028163 MLS
- Active Status