Why is North Myrtle Beach so cheap?

The reason Myrtle Beach has a lower median home value than other popular cities in the region is largely due to the number of tourists in the area. Many of the residents have turned their homes into Air BnBs and vacation rentals, which has slightly lowered the housing market.



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North Myrtle Beach's housing expenses are 32% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 17% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 10% higher than the national average.

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Know The Facts All Myrtle Beach area beaches are open. Water quality for beaches throughout the entire Myrtle Beach area is very good. Water quality testing occurs twice a week during the summer and results are posted on SCDHEC's Beach Access Guide.

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North Myrtle beach is not only a wonderful place to raise a family and start a career, but also a wonderful place to retire and relax. A beautiful, simply southern area filled with ocean air and friendly faces. Many local restaurants that make dining creative. Locally owned boutiques with unique and beautiful clothing.

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Cherry Grove Beach has consistently been named the best beach in South Carolina. Located at the north end of NMB, the highlight is the iconic Cherry Grove Pier. Stretching out hundreds of feet over the water, you can see for miles from the top of the observation deck.

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Yes, the driving distance between Myrtle Beach Airport (MYR) to North Myrtle Beach is 19 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Myrtle Beach Airport (MYR) to North Myrtle Beach.

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The best way to get around Myrtle Beach is by car. If you're going to spend most of your time around the beachfront hotels, you can easily manage on foot. However, a car is handy for traveling farther distances since the bus is your only public transportation option.

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As indicated, a double red flag means the water is closed to the public; no swimming is allowed. A single red flag indicates hazardous conditions, such as strong waves or currents. Medium hazards are indicated by a yellow flag, while a green flag shows that conditions are generally good.

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*Horry County lifeguards protect the north section of Myrtle Beach State Park from mid May through mid September. *Know how to swim. *Never swim alone. *Never swim at night.

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