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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:
Being sold strictly for land value only. Great lot on one of the Avenues. Straight shot to the beach.
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19021019 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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Live at the beach in this well cared-for home on the Isle of Palms. Come up the exterior stair case partially shaded by a mature Magnolia tree to enter into the foyer. Th...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 19020677 MLS
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Completely renovated contemporary home in the most desirable area of IoP featuring a classic beach house facade and providing spectacular protected ocean views throughout...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 19020539 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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Very cute beach house conveniently located near restaurants, shops, and just a short walk to the beach! Nicely maintained and very comfortable getaway that makes a perfec...
- 19020404 MLS
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Custom-built Victorian with ocean views! This home is truly unique for the island and has been meticulously kept by the owners-in-residence. Wide plank heart pine floorin...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 19020302 MLS
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Cute cottage 4th from The Atlantic Ocean, sandy beaches!Located on a high corner lot with a lovely oak tree at one side, this cottage is awaiting your special touches or...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 19019178 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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4th lot from the beach...this high, corner lot has a beautiful oak tree on one side. It is located on the corner of 36th and Cameron. Small cottage can be removed off lo...
- 19019176 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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Wonderful home located in quiet part of the island midway between ocean and the marina . Great architectural style with large inviting front porch. Upon entering the home...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 19018881 MLS
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Unparalleled oceanfront setting, with views of the Atlantic set within palm trees & dunes. Expansive lowcountry porch & new salt water pool surrounded by grove of topiari...
- 7 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 19018716 MLS
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Rare offering on Isle of Palms - 'Dunewalk' is oriented on a sprawling 1.25 acre lot, lush with Live Oak & Palm. Original historic beach cottage elevated & expanded with ...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 19018715 MLS
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2604 Palm & 2606 Palm offer a compound on the oceanfront, with 2 houses, on a 2.5 acre beach site. The grounds are expansive, with rolling dunes, lush palms, live oak & u...
- 12 Beds
- 12 Baths
- 19018714 MLS
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PRICE REDUCED! Welcome home to 917 Palm Blvd., a beautiful custom-built Philip Smith home on Hamlin Creek of Isle of Palms. You don't want to miss this low-country design...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 19018627 MLS
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Here is your chance to live a stones throw from one of the best beaches in all of South Carolina, the Isle of Palms Beach .. This single owner home has been meticulously ...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 19018258 MLS
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WELCOME TO 10 42nd Avenue on the Isle of Palms. Custom built by Emerald Homes, no expense was spared as noted with the use of the highest quality materials. This home, w...
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 19018169 MLS
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Incredible Opportunity as Family Home Or Investment. Steps to Beach! Built in 2017. Reverse Plan for enjoying the OCEAN VIEWS, SUNRISES, SUNSETS and BREEZES. Top Quality ...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 19017875 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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The Carroll Realty Building is being turned into office condos and sold off as individual units. If you have a client who wants an on island office, there is nothing els...
- 1 Baths
- 19017802 MLS
- Isle Of Palms SubDv.
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A deep-water dock, a two-block stroll to the ocean front, and tucked into majestic oaks and palm trees, this unique property which has been owned by one family for 100 ye...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 19017737 MLS
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