What are the hidden costs of living in Cherry Grove Beach?

Mandatory flood insurance Maintenance costs for beachfront properties Seasonal utility bills (AC and water usage)

What is the median home price in Cherry Grove Beach?

The median home price in Cherry Grove Beach is approximately $700,000.

What are the downsides of living in Cherry Grove Beach?

High flood risk (AE zone) requiring expensive insurance Almost no walkability or public transit options Seasonal economy can affect local businesses Higher property taxes and homeowner insurance costs

How are the schools in Cherry Grove Beach?

Cherry Grove Beach has a school rating of 7/10. Schools are above average.

What is the commute like from Cherry Grove Beach?

The average commute from Cherry Grove Beach to Myrtle Beach Downtown is approximately 20 minutes.

Cherry Grove Beach, SC

Cherry Grove Beach · SC 29598

Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$700K

Median Price

…

Walk Score

7/10

Schools

20 min

to Myrtle Beach Downtown

Score Breakdown

CAffordability

63/100

D+Safety

55/100

B-Schools

70/100

B+Quietness

80/100

B+Commute

85/100

FWalkability

0/100

WYLT Score59/100

Our Take

Cherry Grove Beach offers a relaxed beach lifestyle with good schools and a quiet, scenic setting, but it’s heavily reliant on car travel and faces a significant flood risk. It’s a solid choice for retirees or vacation‑home buyers, but renters or those who need public transit will find it less convenient.

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The Good

✓Beautiful, uncrowded beaches
✓Strong school ratings (average 7 out of 10)
✓High potential for short‑term rental income
✓Low crime relative to comparable coastal towns

Real Talk

!High flood risk (AE zone) requiring expensive insurance
!Almost no walkability or public transit options
!Seasonal economy can affect local businesses
!Higher property taxes and homeowner insurance costs
$Mandatory flood insurance
$Maintenance costs for beachfront properties
$Seasonal utility bills (AC and water usage)

Best For

Beach lifestyleRetireesVacation rental investorsRemote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh

Violent crimeModerate

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityGood

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety