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South Carolina Gated Communities

Gated communities in South Carolina range from small 55+ gated communities to expansive island resort communities for all ages. South Carolina is one of the best places to retire, raise a family, or own a vacation home. Gated South Carolina real estate offerings include golf course homes, lake homes, beachfront condominiums, Lowcountry estates, island real estate, and more.

There is a wide variety of cultural, recreational, and entertainment attractions that are easily accessible from South Carolina gated communities. From Charleston's historic sites to the backwaters of the Lowcountry, there is always a new place or activity to discover. If you're looking for a private lifestyle full of Southern charm, explore these gated golf, active adult retirement, and coastal communities in South Carolina.


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Latitude Margaritaville Hilton Head

Hardeeville, South Carolina Gated Community
Hardeeville, South Carolina

This Jimmy Buffett-inspired 55+ community is located in the heart of coastal South Carolina, minutes from Hilton Head Island. The community offers a laid-back lifestyle with resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, resort-style swimming pool, indoor and outdoor dining, fitness center, tennis & pickleball courts, pet spa, and a theater. Savannah, GA and Charleston, SC are within a short drive. Homes priced from the low $300,000s to the mid $400,000s. Read More...

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Long Cove Club

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Gated Community
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Located on the southern end of Hilton Head Island, Long Cove Club is a prestigious private, member-owned community that offers luxury, privacy, and natural beauty across its 600-acre Lowcountry landscape. Renowned for its Pete Dye championship golf course, onsite marina with deep water access, and various sports facilities, residents also enjoy a resort-style pool, dining options, walking trails, and a dog park. The community hosts numerous social events and activities, while the elegant Lowcountry-style homes feature custom finishes and scenic views of the golf course, lagoons, or marshes. Homes priced from the high $800,000s. Read More...

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McCord's Ferry at Lake Marion

Santee, South Carolina Gated Community
Santee, South Carolina

Located in the heart of South Carolina’s Lowcountry on the south shore of the state’s largest freshwater lake, McCord’s Ferry at Lake Marion is a master-planned lakefront community in a natural forest setting. Amenities include a community center with a fitness center, swimming pool, and pickleball courts. A lakefront pavilion, boat slips, and nature trails that connect to the neighboring State Park provide activities centered around outdoor living. Townhomes/Condos/Homes start in the $300,000s. Read More...

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Oldfield

Okatie, South Carolina Gated Community
Okatie, South Carolina

Deep in South Carolina's Lowcountry, between Beaufort and Hilton Head, is the club community of Oldfield. Amenities include a Greg Norman golf course, Equestrian Center, Sports Club with 6 tennis courts, fitness center, resort-style swimming pool and lap pool, the River Club with fine and casual dining and the Outfitters Center - a hunting lodge with outfitters store and wildlife education center. Lots prices beginning at $175,000; Homes from $700,000 to $2 million+. Read More...

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Palmetto Bluff

Bluffton, South Carolina Gated Community
Bluffton, South Carolina

Nestled in South Carolina's scenic Lowcountry, Palmetto Bluff spans 20,000 acres with 32 miles of shoreline along the May, Cooper, and New rivers. The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy preserves the land, enhancing its waterfront, Inland Waterway, and wildlife-rich trails. The community offers two village centers, Wilson and Moreland, and the exclusive Palmetto Bluff Club with top-tier amenities. Highlights include the revamped Shooting Club, Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club, a 12-acre farm, Wilson Landing Marina, new King-Collins Crossroads nine hole golf course, and Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Real estate options range from 1/3-acre to 15-acre homesites priced from $500,000 to $5 million; homes from $2 million to $6 million+. Read More...

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Palmetto Dunes

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Gated Community
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

This renowned South Carolina golf and beach resort community has three miles of sandy beaches stretching the length of the community, three award-winning golf courses, a full-service marina, an oceanfront pool, walking and biking trails, and an 11-mile lagoon for fishing and kayaking. Vacation rentals available. Lots priced from $200,000 to $4 million; Condos from $400,000 to $3 million; Homes from $800,000 to $7 million+. Read More...

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Port Royal Plantation

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Gated Community
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

This private oceanfront community on Hilton Head Island boasts award-winning golf courses, a private beach club, tennis & pickleball courts, and multiple amenities to enjoy Lowcountry nature and wildlife. Hilton Head's popular attractions are just minutes from the community gates. Real estate options range from undeveloped homesites to bungalows to oceanfront estates. Homes priced from $700,000 to $8 million+; Lots from $125,000 to $2 million+. Read More...

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Riverton Pointe

Hardeeville, South Carolina Gated Community
Hardeeville, South Carolina

Riverton Pointe is a new gated golf community just outside of Hilton Head in Hardeeville, SC. Located 14 miles from Hilton Head beaches, 26 miles from Savannah, GA, and 95 miles from Charleston, the idyllic Lowcountry community offers resort-style amenities and a Nicklaus Design golf course. In addition to the world-class course, members and residents have access to a pro shop, clubhouse with new restaurant, and practice facilities, the club features a fitness and swimming complex, tennis and pickleball courts, and more. Premium South Carolina real estate on wooded, lake, and estate-sized homesites with new luxury single-story home designs from approximately 1,600 to 3,500 square feet. Lots priced from $40,000. Homes/townhomes priced from $400,000. Read More...

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Rose Hill Plantation

Bluffton, South Carolina Gated Community
Bluffton, South Carolina

This gated community in Bluffton, South Carolina offers the best in Lowcountry living, with a championship golf course, acres of parks & nature trails, deepwater access, fishing & kayaking, tennis & pickleball, swimming pools, equestrian center, and a lively community clubhouse. Lots priced from $60,000 to $400,000; homes from $300,000 to $1.8 million. Read More...

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Sea Pines

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Gated Community
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Homeowners at this 5,000-acre oceanfront enclave on South Carolina's Hilton Head Island have access to four championship golf courses and five miles of pristine Atlantic beaches, along with a full-service marina, tennis and equestrian facilities, resort dining and a 603-acre Lowcountry nature preserve. Lots priced from $119,000 to $5 million, with condos, townhomes, villas and single-family homes priced from $170,000 to $8.7 million. Read More...

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South Island Plantation

Georgetown, South Carolina Gated Community
Georgetown, South Carolina

This coastal South Carolina gated community set along Winyah Bay in Georgetown features new homes and an array of amenities near the historic downtown. Amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, walking & biking trails, fishing ponds, and a planned marina. Homes priced from $400,000 and up; Lots from $39,000 to $299,000. Read More...

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Spring Island

Okatie, South Carolina Gated Community
Okatie, South Carolina

Private island community located in the heart of South Carolina’s Lowcountry, midway between Hilton Head Island and the coastal town of Beaufort. An Arnold Palmer golf course is the centerpiece, with 3,000 acres of lush maritime forest preserved for the exclusive enjoyment of no more than 400 families. Other amenities include a Sports Complex, an Outfitter Center, and an Equestrian Center with 35 miles of riding trails. Homes priced from $800,000 to $6 million; Lots from $250,000 to $800,000 million. Read More...

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Sun City Hilton Head

Bluffton, South Carolina Gated Community
Bluffton, South Carolina

The largest 55+ active adult community in South Carolina, Sun City Hilton Head is home to 36 holes of championship golf, three amenity centers, a sports complex, fitness centers, two social halls, parks, community gardens, biking and hiking trails and over 100 clubs and resident community groups. Located 15 miles from Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia, this coastal South Carolina community offers low-maintenance homes and villas priced from the mid $200,000s to over $2 million. Lots priced from $55,000 to $189,500. Read More...

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The Cliffs - Lake Region

Six Mile, South Carolina Gated Community
Six Mile, South Carolina

The Cliffs - Lake Region is a collection of three gated mountain-lake residential communities located on the shores of 18,500-acre Lake Keowee. Together these three properties offer a full complement of recreational activities, including a pair of signature golf courses designed by Tom Fazio and a signature golf course by Jack Nicklaus. Members have access to over $150 million in completed amenities at all seven Cliffs Communities. Homes priced from $1.3 million to $5.9 million; Lots from the $100,000s to $1 million. Read More...

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The Cliffs - Mountain Region

Marietta, South Carolina Gated Community
Marietta, South Carolina

Homeowners in this family of Blue Ridge Mountain golf communities located on both sides of the North Carolina-South Carolina border gain access to one of America's most impressive club memberships, encompassing a total of seven championship golf courses with designs by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Gary Player. Additional amenities include an equestrian center, a full-service marina, a beach club, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools and expansive health and fitness facilities. Homes priced from the $800,000s to $4 million; Lots from $100,000 to over $695,000. Read More...

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The Crescent

Bluffton, South Carolina Gated Community
Bluffton, South Carolina

This scenic Lowcountry South Carolina gated community features an Arnold Palmer championship golf course, resort-style amenities, and quick access to Hilton Head Island. Amenities include a clubhouse, tennis & pickleball courts, a fully equipped fitness center, and a resort-style swimming pool. Lots priced from $100,000 to $150,000; Condos and Homes from $450,000 to $1.2 million. Read More...

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The Reserve at Lake Keowee

Sunset, South Carolina Gated Community
Sunset, South Carolina

With grand views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and 30 miles of shoreline on the majestic Lake Keowee, this 3,900-acre private, walkable community is perfect for families at any stage seeking the “right-sized” home. Close proximity to Clemson University. Lots priced from $44,900 to $1.5 million; Homes priced from the $1.5 million to $3.8 million. Read More...

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Wexford

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Gated Community
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Wexford is a private gated community in the heart of the South Carolina Lowcountry on Hilton Head Island. With luxurious amenities and a resort-like setting, it is an ideal place for retirees, families, professionals, and people of all ages. The exclusive waterfront community is highlighted by a 37-acre inland harbor with 280 boat slips that provides direct access to the Lowcountry’s coastal waters. Other amenities include an Arnold Palmer designed 18-hole golf course, clubhouse, pool complex, tennis and pickleball facilities, fitness center, and various social activities and groups including the Wexford Yacht Club. Wexford features harbour and golf course homesites, priced from $100,000 to $700,000; and townhomes and homes from $800,000 to $4 million. Read More...

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Windmill Harbour

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Gated Community
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Windmill Harbour is a 172-acre private community on Jenkins Island near Hilton Head, SC. Featuring 348 Charleston-style homes, a marina, and the South Carolina Yacht Club, it's ideal for boaters and families. Residents enjoy amenities like tennis courts, community events, and easy access to nearby cities. With its beautiful setting and rich atmosphere, Windmill Harbour is a premier yachting destination. Lots priced from the mid $200,000s; Homes priced from $800,000. Read More...

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Woodside

Aiken, South Carolina Gated Community
Aiken, South Carolina

Located in the historic city of Aiken, South Carolina, Woodside covers more than 2,800 acres of rolling countryside and offers classic country club amenities combined with a diverse group of neighborhoods. This active community offers four championship golf courses, a pool, tennis, croquet, community gardening, two clubhouses, a wellness center and lakes for fishing and canoeing. Lots with wooded, golf, and lake views are priced from $60,000 to $150,000; Homes with low-maintenance living options from the $500,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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