Carolina Bay
Neighborhood in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston County 29414
Colonial Revival and Lowcountry-style homes are available
Carolina Bay comprises single-family detached homes, four townhome sections, an apartment complex and a senior living facility. The homes are primarily three to five bedrooms, and construction began in 2007 and continues in 2025. Architectural styles include New Traditional, Charleston Single and ranch-style homes. Prices range from around $500,000 to about $850,000, with some of the homes featuring 3,000 square feet of space or more. Townhouses with three or more bedrooms are also available, ranging from around $375,000 to almost $500,000. Carolina Bay is a natural gas community, with homes equipped with gas heating and water heaters. Many homes also have gas fireplaces, ranges and outdoor lanterns.
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Carolina Bay Park and Bridgewater Dog Park are popular for outdoor recreation
Carolina Bay Park is the main green space and features a playground, benches and an open field shaded by tall trees. Bridgewater Dog Park also has open green space and a pond. Community pools are in the Essex, Cypress and Rice Field subdivisions. Unlike some master-planned communities, residents can use any of the pools and parks, according to Rapchick. “It doesn’t matter if you live in one of the less expensive townhomes or if you live in one of the elevated homes on the marshes; you can use any of the amenities.” Boaters launch their kayaks outside the neighborhood and explore the surrounding marshes and waterways.
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Students attend schools encompassed by the Charleston County School District
The Charleston County School District offers school choice and encompasses 88 schools. The schools zoned for the neighborhood are Oakland Elementary, which rates an A-minus on Niche, C.E. Williams Middle and West Ashley High, both of which earn B ratings. C.E. Williams Middle is separated into two campuses; the north campus is for sixth graders, and the south campus is for seventh and eighth graders.
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Annual and weekly events happen at Carolina Bay Park
The neighborhood hosts multiple events at Carolina Bay Park throughout the year, including celebrations for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter and Christmas. Residents also head to the park for Food Truck Fridays. “It’s a nice way for neighbors to come together on a weekly or almost weekly basis,” Rapchick says.Interstate 526 and Charleston International Airport are nearby
Savannah Highway is just south of the neighborhood and travels to downtown Charleston. Interstate 526 is nearby and connects to Interstate 26, which travels throughout the state. Charleston International Airport is about 10 miles away.
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Shopping at nearby Citadel Mall and dining at locally owned restaurant
While downtown Charleston’s buzzy dining scene is about 11 miles away, residents increasingly find they can stay in West Ashley for date night. “We’re getting more restaurants, including higher-end ones,” Rapchick says. Among them is 17 Prime, a local, laid-back steakhouse. Citadel Mall, about 5 miles away, offers small boutiques, Target and Planet Fitness. Citadel Stadium 16 is near the mall, where residents catch the latest blockbusters. Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital is the nearest medical center, about 3 miles away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Matthew Poole
Matthew Poole
Responds QuicklyCarolina One Real Estate
(843) 806-0742
219 Total Sales
5 in Carolina Bay
$370K - $955K Price Range
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Erin Ledford
Erin Ledford
The Boulevard Company
(854) 222-7980
62 Total Sales
1 in Carolina Bay
$565,000 Price
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Carmelle Newman
Carmelle Newman
Keller Williams Realty Charleston West Ashley
(854) 777-0712
122 Total Sales
15 in Carolina Bay
$260K - $745K Price Range
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K. Arek Manakyan
K. Arek Manakyan
The Boulevard Company
(854) 202-9939
118 Total Sales
1 in Carolina Bay
$520,000 Price
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Sarah Kozlik
Sarah Kozlik
The Boulevard Company
(854) 205-4143
66 Total Sales
1 in Carolina Bay
$380,000 Price
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Joel Torres
Joel Torres
The Boulevard Company
(843) 749-8468
29 Total Sales
2 in Carolina Bay
$519K - $600K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Carolina Bay Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Carolina Bay | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Carolina Bay Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carolina Bay, Charleston sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Carolina Bay, Charleston over the last 12 months is $601,250, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$624,995
Median Sale Price
$601,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$620,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
92
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,496
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
2013
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,498
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,702
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
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Friday, Jun 203 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,678 - $2,496 per month
- Element Carolina Bay
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 704+ Sq Ft
- 1500 Parklawn Dr
- Charleston, SC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,481
Median Age
39
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,836
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,463
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
College Graduates
60.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.5%
% Population in Labor Force
84%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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