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Bluffton SC real estate is a hot market right now. If you are thinking about moving to this area, read through my community breakdowns to get a better idea of our beautiful small town.
Bluffton, SC
Lowcountry locals will tell you all about how Bluffton, SC has grown over the past 20 years. What use to be a pass-through town on the way to Hilton Head, Beaufort or Savannah is now home to a booming population. Communities, large and small, have been popping up around Bluffton and filling up with young families, retirees and entrepreneurs alike.
Most homes for sale in Bluffton are in separate neighborhoods or communities with their own HOA (Home Owners Association). You can still purchase homes outside of communities but they are few and far in-between. Your best bet to finding a home outside of a community and without an HOA fee would be to search in Old Town Bluffton.
The great thing about living in a Bluffton community is your HOA fee grants you shared access to pools, community rooms, workout facilities and great upkeep of your surroundings. HOA fees will vary across each community so be sure to ask about this while looking for a home. Most of the time these can be paid monthly or in full once a year.
Bluffton, SC Real Estate | Community Breakdown
Now to the fun part – all about Bluffton SC Real Estate! I’m going to break down communities and give you high-level information. Please be aware this information can change. I’ve seen starting prices go up by over $100K just in the two years we’ve lived here.
*House starting price takes into account the lowest listed house for sale in community as of March 2022.
Also be aware that this list doesn’t include every single place to live in Bluffton. It is a great place to start with communities in a “normal” price range. Places like Palmetto Bluff weren’t included on this list simply because majority of the population cannot afford to live there.
I’ve also chosen to exclude retirement communities and plan to do an entire post on those. If you’re looking for retirement communities now, check out Sun City, Margaritaville or Four Seasons. These communities are located in or near Bluffton and are for residents 55+.
Let’s get to it! I suggest making a list of each of these communities and then reaching out to a realtor or doing research on your own. Jot down notes about each community as you go so you don’t get them mixed up. Also be sure to check the map location of each community so you can find your best fit!
Rose Hill
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $1.6 Million
Amenities: Pool, Equestrian Center, Golf Course, Tennis Club, Restaurant, Club House
Website: https://www.rosehillplantation.net/
Hampton Hall
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $1 Million
Lot Starting Price: $150,000
Amenities: Golf Course, Indoor & Outdoor Pool, Tennis Court, Pro Shop, Library, Fitness Room, Clubhouse
Website: https://www.hamptonhallclubsc.com/real-estate
Hampton Lake
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $1 Million
Lot Starting Price: $250,000
Amenities: Pool, Beach, Fitness Center, On-Site Bar, Boat Launch, Pavilion, Shop, Trails, Firepit
Website: https://hamptonlake.com/
Berkeley Hall
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $640,000
Lot Starting Price: $19,000
Amenities: Golf Course, Spa + Fitness Center, Restaurants, Fishing Area, Racquet Sports Courts
Website: https://lifeatberkeleyhall.com/
Shell Hall
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $649,000
Amenities: Pool, Playground
Lawton Station
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $470,000
Amenities: Pool, Playground, Fitness Center, Clubhouse
Website: https://www.villageparkhomes.com/lawton-station
Cypress Ridge Mill Creek
Gated: No
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $440,000
Amenities: 2 Pools, Pickle Ball Court, Tennis Court, Fitness Center, Clubhouse, Basketball Court
Website: https://www.drhorton.com/south-carolina/hilton-head/bluffton/cypress-ridge
Sandy Pointe
Gated: No
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $310,000
Amenities: Pool, Club House, Playgrounds
New Riverside
There are multiple communities within the New Riverside area so this breakdown gets it’s own section. The list below includes different neighborhoods within New Riverside which each have their own amenities and HOA fees.
The differences in the communities range from price to builder to rules and regulations. Be sure to take all this information into account while searching for your new home in Bluffton, SC!
* Two communities also in the New Riverside area are the Landings at New Riverside and Alston Park at New Riverside. These were not included as no homes were for sale at the time this post was created.
Heritage At New Riverside
Gated: No
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $330,000
Amenities: Pool, Fitness Center, Clubhouse
Website: https://www.smithfamilyhomes.com/community-detail/Heritage-at-New-Riverside-135704
The Lakes At New Riverside
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $400,000
Amenities: Pool, Tot Lot
Website: https://www.khov.com/find-new-homes/south-carolina/bluffton/29910/k-hovnanian-homes/lakes-at-new-riverside
The Haven At New Riverside
Gated: Yes
HOA: Yes
*House Starting Price: $400,000
Amenities: Clubhouse, Pool, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, Bocce Ball, Fitness Center, Dog Park
Website: https://www.thehavennow.com/home/
That wraps up my community breakdown for Bluffton, SC Real Estate.
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