Burton
Neighborhood in Burton Branch, South Carolina
Beaufort County 29902, 29906
Older ranch-style homes and farmhouses in new subdivisions
Most of the homes in Burton were built between the 1960s and ‘90s. They reflect traditional ranch-style architecture, with low-pitched roofs stretching across brick or vinyl exteriors. Each house offers some form of private parking, whether it be an attached one-car garage, a breezy car port or just a paved driveway. On average, these older, inland properties range between $225,000 to $500,000. On the southwest edge of Burton, an identical ranch-style home with Broad River views and a private wooden boat dock can range from $500,000 to $900,000.Over the last 20 to 25 years, Burton “has seen a lot of different builders come in and develop new subdivisions,” Rambo says. Two-story New Traditional farmhouses with wide front porches sit neatly along planned residential streets in the Shadow Moss and Mint Farms communities. Most of these newer homes have hardy plank siding, which “is a really big deal around here,” Rambo says. “It can protect your house better and withstand storms a lot better than just wood or even vinyl.” These listings usually range from $300,000 to $450,000.
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Easily commute to the Marine Corps Air Station
U.S. Highway 170 and U.S. Highway 21 intersect in the middle of Burton. From the crossroads, the Marine Corps Air Station is 3 miles north and Parris Island is about 7 miles south. Highway 21 becomes Business Route 21 along the northeast edge of the community. It connects to Downtown Beaufort and the Beaufort Memorial Hospital in about 5 miles. Heading southwest, Highway 170 takes locals to Interstate 95 where they can access the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport in about 40 miles.
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Integrated international programs at Beaufort County Schools
Burton is home to three Beaufort County Public Schools, and many others sit just outside its boundaries. The district’s School Choice program allows students to participate in specialized programs that might not be offered at the school they’re zoned for. Many kindergarteners begin at Broad River Elementary, which scores a B on Niche. Beaufort Middle School sits a few miles away in Port Royal and earns a B-minus. Back in the neighborhood, Robert Smalls International Academy is a public magnet school that gets a C-rating. Its kindergarten through eighth grade curriculum adopted the Cambridge International program in 2021. Students can continue their Cambridge studies at Battery Creek High, which scores a B-minus.
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Burton Wells Park has eight new pickleball courts
Burton Wells Park extends across 300 acres of land along the neighborhood’s west edge. Its pine tree forests form thick walls around the baseball complex and soccer fields, where local kids compete on community leagues each spring and fall. Eight brand-new pickleball courts opened across the tree wall beside the central recreation center. Folks can workout at the indoor gym here or walk around the corner to work up a sweat on the park’s Xtreme Ninja Course. The Burton Wells Dog Park is a favorite for many residents. Next to the high school, Battery Creek Pool fills with inflatable slides and other floating obstacles on the first Saturday of each month for the Slip N Splash kid’s event.
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Hear the sound of freedom pass overhead and weather
The northwest portion of Burton lies within an Air Installation Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ), meaning the Air Station’s fighter jets fly overhead from time to time. While this may be a problem for some, local Realtor with BHHS Bay Street Realty Group, David Willingham says that’s usually not the case in Beaufort County. “I guess it depends on who you ask, but that’s the sound of freedom to most of us around here.”Beaufort Station is Burton’s brand-new shopping complex
Beaufort Station is a 200,000 square-foot shopping complex that opened in the heart of Burton in 2024. Along with chain retailers like Homegoods and Ulta, the shopping center will eventually include four national restaurants that developers have yet to reveal. The local Walmart Supercenter and a smaller retail strip with similar department stores sit directly across the street. Residents can drive just a bit further down the road to order Sake House’s half-priced sushi every Monday through Thursday.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marsha Widenhofer
Marsha Widenhofer
BHHS Bay Street Realty
(855) 723-1284
41 Total Sales
1 in Burton
$150,000 Price
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Blake Gruel
Blake Gruel
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty LLC - Bluffton
(843) 938-0326
102 Total Sales
2 in Burton
$297K - $370K Price Range
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Jared Romero
Jared Romero
United Country J Romero Group
(229) 509-7799
121 Total Sales
1 in Burton
$287,000 Price
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Robert Sedgwick
Robert Sedgwick
EXP Realty LLC
(843) 919-4402
55 Total Sales
2 in Burton
$208K - $350K Price Range
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Ethan James
Ethan James
Charter One Realty
(843) 612-6053
161 Total Sales
2 in Burton
$230K - $735K Price Range
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Coast Professionals
Coast Professionals
Responds QuicklyCOAST PROFESSIONALS Brokered by EXP Realty
(843) 994-3294
604 Total Sales
3 in Burton
$260K - $545K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Burton Wells Park
Burton Wells Dog Park
Naval Heritage Park
Crystal Lake Park
Washington Street Park
Whitehall Park
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Cannon Park
Habersham Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Burton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Burton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Burton, Burton Branch sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Burton, Burton Branch over the last 12 months is $339,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Sale Price
$339,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$348,250
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$140,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
90
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
712
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,685
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,020
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
980
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 4pm
$284,999
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,170 Sq Ft
- 1986 Pulaski Dr
- New 2 days ago
Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home in a quiet neighborhood. Close to schools and shopping. Needs TLC and is SOLD AS IS.
Marti Calder Weichert Realtors Coastal PR
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$315,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,125 Sq Ft
- 1970 Pulaski Dr
- New 1 day ago
This single family home has been lovingly maintained by one owner. This house is located in a quiet neighborhood, conveintly located to shopping, all military bases, historic downtown Beaufort, and just a short ride to Bluffton, Savannah, and Hilton Head. With great bones and an oversized one car garage, adding your own cosmetic touches could make this your dreamhome at an affordable price.
Melissa Massalon Coldwell Banker Access Realty
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$390,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,910 Sq Ft
- 44 Applemint Ln
- New 3 days ago
Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, two story house that blends comfort, convenience, and classic Lowcountry style in the Mint Farms Community. Inside, an open floor plan welcomes you with spacious living & dining area, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The modern kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and ample counter space. Upstairs, find three spacious bedrooms, including
Heidi Spaulding The Cox Team Brokered by eXp
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$250,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,217 Sq Ft
- 24 Walter Dr
- New 4 days ago
Well kept brick home convenient to MCAS. 2 bedrooms, but additional 1 bedroom converted from garage. Back deck, lots of privacy, located at the end of road, so very quiet. Big back yard could be fenced for pets. Bathroom and kitchen remodeled. New appliances in kitchen. Home being sold AS IS CONDITION.
Mary Roseneau Century 21 Carolina Realty
Homes for Rent
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$1,505 - $2,466 per month
- Views at River Bend
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 660+ Sq Ft
- 100 Riverchase Blvd
- Beaufort, SC
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$2,300 per month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,352 Sq Ft
- 96 Wintergreen Dr
- Beaufort, SC
A well-appointed Home in the Mint Farm Subdivision has a spacious Open Floor Plan with large Bedrooms. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Family Room with Fireplace and Eat In Kitchen. This Home features a Large Fenced Backyard and has Energy Efficient Solar Panels... So Electric is INCLUDED in the Rent! Conveniently located Close to Shops, Restaurants and Military Bases - A MUST SEE! Available in July 2025
John Johnson Keller Williams-Lowcountry Rea
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$2,500 per month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1968 Pulaski Dr
- Beaufort, SC
Newly remodeled home, new roof, new plumbing, new floors, offered completely furnished. Spacious backyard, quiet neighborhood near Parris island, downtown Beaufort, shopping, and restaurants! This home is offered completely furnished, and can be short term lease of 6 months, or a long term lease of 12 months. Available July1,2025
Jim Couture EXP Realty LLC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,365
Median Age
34
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,358
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,559
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Shell Point
A small residential community close to the Marine Air Station and Parris Island
Seabrook
A rural community along Whale Branch Passage just 10 miles from Downtown Beaufort
Cat Island
Island golf course community with marsh views just 5 miles from Downtown Beaufort
Spring Island
A gated residential Island with 1,800 acres of protected wildlife areas
Dale
A rural community along Wimbee Creek with ranch-style homes and spacious yards
Callawassie Island
A private, island community surrounded by marshes and tidal creeks
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