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This seven-mile-long, one-mile-wide ribbon of land lies just north of Sullivan’s Island and between the Atlantic and the Intracoastal Waterway. The Isle of Palms offers something for everyone, ranging from the posh service and amenities of its world-class Wild Dunes Resort to oceanfront beach volleyball at the laid back Windjammer restaurant and lounge in the city’s classic “downtown".
Just 20 minutes from Charleston, the island offers some of the state’s best beaches, a wealth of recreational opportunities and some of Charleston real estate’s most in-demand properties. That, however, has not always been the case, and other than members of the Seewee tribe of Native Americans who lived there in the 1600 and 1700s, Long Island as it was known had few permanent inhabitants until the late 1800s.
In the late 1800s, an increasing number of Charlestonians were finding the island the perfect place to escape the city’s heat and crowds, and in 1899, J.S. Lawrence purchased the island to develop it for the tourist trade. The island's name was changed to the Isle of Palms, and a 50-room resort hotel was built with an amusement park and pavilion.
In 1929, the Grace Bridge over Charleston Harbor eliminated the need for the ferry ride to access the Isle, and in 1946 the Ben Sawyer Bridge made it possible to drive all the way to the island. That same year, developer J.C. Long’s The Beach Company bought the island, developing it with low-cost housing for veterans returning from World War II. In the 1970s, a new round of development began, spurred in part by the arrival of what is now Wild Dunes Resort.
Real estate on the Isle of Palms varies widely and ranges from neighborhoods of older brick ranches to sprawling 6,000-square-foot oceanfront homes. Prices span a wide range, from smaller condominiums to multi-million-dollar oceanfront estates. See our page for Wild Dunes Resort, as this is a major attraction to the Isle of Palms.
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Nestled within Ocean Point, the premier gated beach enclave inside Wild Dunes, this exceptional Isle of Palms retreat offers the best of Lowcountry coastal living - open ...
Steps to the sand, hear the ocean waves, smell the salt air. Situated directly across from the beach, this classic island house with original cottage floors, spacious fr...
Boat slip is included with the property!!!! Beautifully positioned within Wild Dunes, this exceptional luxury home captures sweeping views of the lagoon and the 13th hole...
Luxury Coastal living within the gated Ocean Point enclave of Wild Dunes Resort, 25 Ocean Point delivers refined coastal living with lagoon and golf course driving range ...
Proven Income-Producing Beach Retreat | $140,000 Net Rental Income in 2025A rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated Isle of Palms beach home that delivers both an e...
Set on an exceptional marshfront homesite with expansive Intracoastal Waterway views, this Waterway Island property offers a peaceful Lowcountry setting defined by sweepi...
Sweeping beach and ocean views greet you the moment you enter 1202 Ocean Club Villas. This oceanfront three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence pairs an exceptional ...
A rare 3rd-row opportunity awaits at 4 55th Avenue on the coveted Isle of Palms. This home is perfectly positioned to maximize coastal enjoyment, featuring over 500 sq fe...
Positioned near the northern tip of Isle of Palms within the gated Ocean Point enclave of Wild Dunes Resort, 11 Ocean Point Drive presents an exceptional opportunity to e...
Welcome to 54 Morgan Place Drive, a spacious custom home overlooking a lagoon and the 14th fairway of the Harbor Course in Wild Dunes. Designed with a reverse floor plan ...
This listing consists of four separate properties that have been bundled together; one is not available without the others. Each individual property is designed to comple...
A rare opportunity just steps from the beach, this original 1950s Isle of Palms two-story bungalow sits on a generous corner lot with beautiful morning light and sunset v...
Welcome to 30 Ocean Point, a 4 bed, 4 bath oceanfront home in the gated Ocean Point section of Wild Dunes designed for coastal living. An elevated design leads to an open...
PRICE IMPROVEMENT - 10 10th Ave, Isle of Palms - STR Opportunity meets Coastal Charm. This high-performing short-term rental boasts a proven income stream topping $200K a...
This luxurious 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath Oceanfront Penthouse showcases breathtaking ocean views, sophisticated design, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. The open-conce...
BREATHTAKING 180-DEGREE WATER & MARSH VIEWS! Words simply cannot capture the extraordinary long-range views from this beautifully updated Wild Dunes retreat. From the mom...
A rare opportunity in Wild Dunes! 13 Morgan Place is an exceptional 5-bedroom home combining the boating lifestyle with privacy and beautiful golf course and lagoon views...
Experience elevated, relaxed living in this fully reimagined residence on Isle of Palms, ideally positioned just steps from one of the island's premier beach access point...
Located in one of the most sought-after areas of Isle of Palms, this exceptional custom home by Premier Custom Construction offers the ultimate blend of luxury, location,...
Experience exceptional coastal living at 17 5th. A stunning 5 bed 5.5 bath residence designed by Carl McCants of MC3 designs and built in 2022. Combining sophisticated ar...
A luxury retreat perfectly positioned on the corner of Hartnett Boulevard and 25th Avenue in the heart of Isle of Palms. Just two short blocks from the beach, this though...
Brand new top of the line Trane HVAC (full system) just installed 8/31/26! Seller is MOTIVATED! The house is beautiful. The backyard is unforgettable. Hidden at the end o...
Experience the best of coastal luxury living in this stunning new construction home on desirable 24th Avenue on Isle of Palms. Beautifully designed with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 b...
Welcome to luxury coastal living on the Isle of Palms. Built by Fox Creek Homes and thoughtfully designed by Architect Carl McCants of Mc3 Designs, this custom new const...