Folly Beach Real Estate for Sale
Folly Beach Homes For Sale and Condos For Sale
Life on Folly Beach
Known by locals as “The Edge of America,” Folly Beach Real Estate provides an escape from everyday living less than thirty minutes from Downtown Charleston, SC. Residents of this ‘destination vacation-spot’ intermingle with the year-round tourists, contributing to the overall easy-going-good-time Folly Beach vibe. The island mostly attracts college-aged adults because of their alcohol policy: they allow it. Of course no glass is allowed, but if you want to spend your sunny afternoon in a laid back environment this is the place for you. The local restaurants are no exception to the mellow vibe that surrounds the 
island. Home to the original Taco Boy, delicious deli's and relaxing outdoor dining. The Surf Bar is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach, with the option to sit outside on their wooden porch, or inside to escape from the heat. Make sure to order a Painkiller and sip your way into bliss.
The island is not all about being lazy, it offers many activities like fishing, camping, parasailing and surfing. Always open to the public bring a volleyball or surf board and experience the one of a kind Folly Beach.
Like most of Charleston, Folly Beach also has an interesting history. Ask the locals about the town's ghost stories they will not disappoint. It is said that many sick and dying who were traveling by ship were left then buried on the island. To learn more about this charming island make sure to look at their website online here. Those who choose to purchase one of the Folly Beach Homes for Sale become members of this quaint seaside community consisting of just over 2,000 full-time residents (per the 2000 census)occupying the 18.6 square miles (12.3 miles of which are land).
Folly Beach Real Estate
Folly Beach SC Real Estate is located in Charleston County and is within a comfortable commuting distance (approx. 20 minute drive) to downtown Charleston. The people who purchase Folly Beach Homes for Sale enjoy a number of nearby amenities, such as spending a day fishing off the Longest Pier on the East Coast or biking to the northern end of the island for scenic views of the circa 1876 Morris Island Light House. There is no shortage of commercial comforts for residents of Folly Beach SC Homes who have ample opportunities for shopping, dining, live music and nightlife opportunities. Folly is a fun but safe place for its residents with 13 police officers and 12 volunteer fire fighters for the small island. Parking is always an issue since this is such a great beach spot, but residents are given two parking decals which is a highly desired amenity. The island use to be a place where you would invest in a second home, but as it is rapidly growing in popularity homes for sale tend to not stay on the market for long. The beach has always been the main attraction, but the dining and shopping are also bringing in more and more visitors.
Folly Beach SC Homes vary in size and shape – and include oceanfront, marshfront, beach bungalow, townhomes and condos. Whether a personal home or an investment property, the market for these homes remains STRONG! It’s a fantastic time to purchase one of these fantastic Folly Beach Homes.
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Featured Folly Beach Listing
68 West 9th Street
4 Bed ~ 3.5 Bath ~ 2,553 Square Feet
Spectacular private beach home
More information here
Folly Beach Neighborhood News
Need an adults night? Drop your kids off any Friday night this summer at the Black Light Glow Party while you have some fun of your own. Starts at 7 and goes until 9:30 p.m. at the Glitterbugs Outdoor Arts and Crafts Studio.
Folly Beach is hosting "Moonlight Mixer Shaggin On The Pier" this event happens throughout the year and is always a big hit. Go out to the Folly Beach Fishing Pier and dance all night while you enjoy DJ Rob Duren, food and beverages. Summer dates include June 24, July 15 and August 12th. Only 550 tickets will be sold for each concert so don't miss out!
"Big Kahuna Fishing Tournament" is the largest local fishing tournament on the Folly Beach Pier. Not only can you enjoy the competition of beating your friends, if you reel in a state record-breaking fish you can win a boat! Best adult, lady, your and senior anglers are also prize winners so don't forget to bring the whole family out on August 29th.
4th of July on Folly is a great place to enjoy their own firework show, delicious drinks and hanging out on the beach with friends to celebrate this fun day.
The Cassina Group