The Most Exclusive Gated Communities Near Charleston

Leah Beaulieu

Published on: 22/07/2026

Gated communities near Charleston represent the apex of planned luxury living in the Lowcountry — combining resort-style amenities, private security, architectural consistency, and the kind of neighborhood governance that creates genuine community.

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Best Charleston-Area Places to Live if You Want Golf Course or Waterfront Living

BJ Rodgers

Published on: 15/07/2026

The Charleston area offers some of the finest golf and waterfront communities on the East Coast—but they range wildly in price, amenities, and lifestyle fit.

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Best Charleston-Area Communities for Golf, Boating, and Outdoor Living

Leah Beaulieu

Published on: 10/07/2026

Buyers who want golf, boating, and outdoor living all in one place usually end up looking at four communities: Kiawah Island (29455), Seabrook Island, Daniel Island (29492), and Dunes West in Mount Pleasant (29466).

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