Waterfront Homes for Sale on Lake Moultrie, SC

Lake Moultrie is one of South Carolina’s great freshwater destinations — a roughly 60,000-acre reservoir in Berkeley County, created as part of the Santee Cooper hydroelectric project and named for Revolutionary War general William Moultrie. Ringed by more than a hundred miles of shoreline and located a manageable drive north of Charleston, it offers something the coast simply cannot: true lake living, with wide open freshwater views, quiet coves, and a slower, more rural pace.

Waterfront property here ranges from cozy cottages and classic lake houses to spacious custom homes and build-ready lots. Many properties feature private docks, boat lifts, and direct water access, while others sit on wooded parcels overlooking a sheltered cove. Buyers gravitate toward communities around Moncks Corner, Bonneau, Pinopolis, Cross, and St. Stephen, each offering its own mix of shoreline, acreage, and privacy. Because Santee Cooper manages the lake and its shoreline, dock permitting and water-level considerations are an important part of any purchase — details our team can help you work through.

Life on Lake Moultrie revolves around the water. The lake is legendary among anglers, having produced world-record catfish and championship-caliber striped bass, along with largemouth bass, crappie, and bream. Boaters can travel by canal to neighboring Lake Marion or down the Cooper River toward Charleston. On land, the Lake Moultrie Passage of the Palmetto Trail traces the shoreline, and the Berkeley Blueways paddling trails, public boat landings, and Old Santee Canal Park round out the outdoor lifestyle.

For buyers who want a lake house, a weekend retreat, or a full-time home with room to breathe, Lake Moultrie delivers freshwater living within reach of the Lowcountry’s jobs and amenities. Browse the latest Lake Moultrie waterfront homes for sale below.

Nearby, explore Summerville real estate, Goose Creek real estate, and homes with acreage, and read our guides to Charleston boating, marinas, and boat ramps and boating communities with dock access.