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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:
Enjoy beach living in the Heart of the Isle of Palms. Oceanside Villas is located just steps to the beach via your own private beach access across the street and private ...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19014684 MLS
- Oceanside SubDv.
- Active Status
Live the life and all its glory on Isle of Palms. Wonderful home on Isle of Palms. 3 beds 2 baths. Large Great room. Open kitchen with a separate dining. TV room as well....
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19014644 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Enjoy the stunning beach and ocean views from this deluxe third floor condo. It's the perfect opportunity to own a piece of paradise for a fantastic weekend getaway or re...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 19014580 MLS
- Sea Cabin On The Ocean SubDv.
- Active Status
Spend your summer just steps from the beach in this bright and sunny Isle of Palms condo! Located just across the street from the beach and right in the heart of the isl...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19014480 MLS
- Oceanside SubDv.
- Active Status
Prepare for the ultimate retreat in terms of privacy on Goat Island where the only way to reach this Neil Sawyer built home is by boat. Replace your driveway with your ow...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19014225 MLS
- Goat Island SubDv.
- Active Status
What a great house, in a great location with great rental history to boot.The exterior of the house has just been re painted, along with shutters, foundation, front door,...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 19013864 MLS
- Active Status
This perfect oceanfront home is well-built, meticulously maintained & newly decorated! Located on the more desirable Ocean Blvd, this home was built as a primary residen...
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 19013462 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Island living just steps away from the beach! This coastal home has it all - saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen cabana, private yard & ocean peaks. Solidly built in 2004 wit...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 19013238 MLS
- Active Status
Great vacation home and/or investment property, with direct oceanfront access,... offering excellent rental income potential, as well as a fantastic location for family g...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 19013035 MLS
- Sea Cabin On The Ocean SubDv.
- Active Status
Don't miss this rare investment opportunity for a top floor 4 BR, 4 bath condo in gated complex w/ panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Perfectly situated to catch the ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 19012921 MLS
- Ocean Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
90 foot wide lot on ocean front. Largest available ocean front lot available. Completed/Engineered House plans are available for an additional fee.Ocean front at its best...
- 19012907 MLS
- Active Status
Fabulous updated brick ranch home within walking distance of Isle of Palms Beach and Atlantic Ocean. And it's within short distance to the IOP connector to Mt. Pleasant. ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19012838 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status
Gorgeous first floor condo - easy access to beach, fishing pier, and pool! Completely redone just bring your clothes. Wood flooring, stone counters, wood walls, builtin d...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 19012820 MLS
- Sea Cabin On The Ocean SubDv.
- Active Status
NEW TO MARKET! MUST SEE! WALK to beach from this move-in ready 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with new master bedroom suite. Catch glimpses of boats on the waterway and the golf ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 19012788 MLS
- Active Status
Rare opportunity to own a very wide oceanfront lot on the Isle of Palms. The beach in this area is exceptionally wide with established dunes. With no public beach acces...
- 19012700 MLS
- Active Status
Oceanfront Beach Hideaway. Located on a coveted area of the Isle of Palms and nestled in a canopy of old oak trees and lush landscaping, this home is the perfect year-ro...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 19012699 MLS
- Active Status
Large Ocean Front Beach Lot (83x126x82x129) with One Owner Home located in a location of the Beach that has been Accreting for the Past 20 years. Front Lot goes with the ...
- 19012697 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
- Active Status