Carolina Forest is one of the most popular communities in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, area. Located about halfway between Myrtle Beach and Conway on Highway 501, it sits far enough inland to be affordable, yet close enough to enjoy all the amenities of the beach — from shopping and dining to nightlife and live shows.
The Forest is a 9,000-acre landscaped community with its own high school, middle school, and elementary school. A shopping center anchors the entrance, and many doctors, dentists, and other businesses have located here to serve residents. With Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College right around the corner, Carolina Forest can be considered almost a self-contained community.

Carolina Forest is built around three golf courses — The Man O’War, The Wizard, and The Witch — all designed by world-famous architect Dan Maples. Its neighborhoods are designed for a range of family sizes and price points and are woven together by lakes, inlets, and nature trails. Popular neighborhoods include Springlake, Covington Lake, Bellegrove Oaks, and Avalon, while more exclusive areas include Plantation Lakes, Waterway Palms, and Waterford Plantation.

With friendly neighbors, sidewalks for kids to bike to school, and convenient options for joggers and walkers, Carolina Forest offers a home for nearly every budget — and may be one of the best investments in the Grand Strand. Detailed pages for every Carolina Forest neighborhood are available on this site.

Where is Carolina Forest located? About halfway between Myrtle Beach and Conway, SC, along Highway 501.
What schools serve Carolina Forest? The area has its own elementary, middle, and high schools, with Coastal Carolina University and Horry-Georgetown Technical College nearby.
What golf courses are in Carolina Forest? Three Dan Maples-designed courses — The Man O’War, The Wizard, and The Witch.
Explore some of the 100-plus homes for sale below, and browse the individual neighborhood pages to learn about this one-of-a-kind community.
Springlake | Covington Lake | Bellegrove Oaks | Avalon | Plantation Lakes | Waterway Palms | Waterford Plantation
A Stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom upgraded home nestled in the coveted neighborhood of The Parks of Carolina Forest. Natural gas community. Award winning school systems....
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Huiling Liu () from Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Dockside.
Seller is listing agent. Welcome to carefree living in The Farm at Carolina Forest! This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the space, comfort, and c...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Michael Kotary () from Listing Office: BHGRE Paracle Myrtle Beach.
This Gorgeous 6 Bedrooms, 4 baths, office, and private 3 car garage home is located in the gated community of Waterway Palms Plantation under 5 miles to the Ocean and dir...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Roark Group (Cell: 843-447-9138) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Executive.
The Newberry is 2,244 finished square feet with 3 bedrooms (one is a flex room with a closet) and 2 full baths with loft and unfinished storage. As you enter from the cov...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Danette Smith () from Listing Office: Today Homes Realty SC, LLC.
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Avalon at Carolina Forest! This spacious home offers a comfortable floor plan, a 2-car garage, and the ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Adaisia Bethea () from Listing Office: Realty One Group Dockside Cnwy.
Welcome to 672 Old Castle Loop—a truly exceptional 4-bedroom, 3-bath home with a versatile loft, beautifully upgraded and situated on a stunning pond lot. From the moment...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sherman Beach Group (Cell: 717-778-1554) from Listing Office: EXP Realty LLC.
Welcome to 5001 Azul Loop in the sought after Indigo Bay community, nestled in the heart of Carolina Forest, Myrtle Beach. This four bedroom, two and a half bathroom corn...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jennifer Burgess () from Listing Office: JTE Real Estate.
Tucked into The Oaks at Bellegrove, this well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home pairs a convenient Carolina Forest location with a peaceful wooded backdrop. Recent upda...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Paige Bird (Cell: 843-450-4773) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores.
All-brick two-story with 5 total bedrooms, 4.5 baths, with double master bedrooms on the first floor. This home has a private in-ground pool and is located in the gated C...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sollecito Advantage Group (Office: 843-650-0998) from Listing Office: CB Sea Coast Advantage MI.
Welcome to effortless Lowcountry living in the highly sought-after gated community of Waterbridge, where custom craftsmanship, single-story convenience, and exceptional p...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lewis Living Team () from Listing Office: INNOVATE Real Estate.
Welcome to 3258 Moss Bridge Lane, where first floor living accompanied by a natural gas community, tons of thoughtful upgrades and the Waterbridge lifestyle come together...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Alysia Stern () from Listing Office: INNOVATE Real Estate.
Welcome home to this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the highly sought after Parks of Carolina Forest, built in 2022. From the moment you walk in, you'll appreciate the open ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Pivot Properties Team (Cell: 843-582-8250) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Innovate South.
Welcome to this stunning six-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home located in the highly sought-after Parks community of Carolina Forest in Myrtle Beach! As you approach, you are gr...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Greg Harrelson Sales Team () from Listing Office: Century 21 The Harrelson Group.
Beautiful single-story Azle floor plan located in the highly sought-after Indigo Bay community! This thoughtfully designed home offers effortless one-level living with up...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Conor Backer () from Listing Office: Pulte Home Company, LLC.
Nestled in the Waterbridge enclave of Myrtle Beach, this traditional residence unfolds across a generous .53-acre double lot with tranquil lakefront views. Spanning 3,469...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Donna Totton (Office: 843-655-3517) from Listing Office: HIGHGARDEN REAL ESTATE.
If you are looking for a gorgeous, move in ready home, on a corner lot, in a nice community with tons of amenities, look no further. 8001 E Bay Court sits on an oversized...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jonathan Edmund (Cell: 843-957-3872) from Listing Office: Wave Beach Realty, LLC.
Welcome to the highly sought-after Vanderbilt floor plan in Indigo Bay! This beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of luxury, space and f...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Rhiannon Boatwright () from Listing Office: Pulte Home Company, LLC.
Lovingly cared for and beautifully updated, this never-rented home in The Farm at Carolina Forest is truly MOVE-IN ready!Situated on a spacious, well-appointed lakefront ...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jenny Edelman (Cell: 843-424-9353) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores NMB.
Stop browsing and start packing—this 2023 built beautifully upgraded, single-level stunner in The Parks at Carolina Forest is the one you’ve been waiting for! Priced to s...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sarah Scherder (Cell: 843-800-2141) from Listing Office: RE/MAX Southern Shores.
Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable Avalon community of Carolina Forest, where comfortable living, inviting spaces, and an active neig...
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: The Mills Group Team () from Listing Office: Century 21 Barefoot Realty.

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