Carolina Bay
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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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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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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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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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tim Benson
Tim Benson
AgentOwned Realty Charleston Group
(864) 581-2441
34 Total Sales
1 in Carolina Bay
$525,000 Price
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Veronica Duran- Ballen
Veronica Duran- Ballen
Carolina One Real Estate
(854) 213-4300
38 Total Sales
3 in Carolina Bay
$380K - $615K Price Range
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Bambi Elstrom
Bambi Elstrom
EXP Realty LLC
(843) 352-8461
63 Total Sales
1 in Carolina Bay
$568,000 Price
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Jon Stroud
Jon Stroud
The Boulevard Company
(843) 983-3493
88 Total Sales
2 in Carolina Bay
$405K - $613K Price Range
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Sarah Turocy
Sarah Turocy
Sloane Realty
(843) 588-1790
49 Total Sales
1 in Carolina Bay
$730,015 Price
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Danielle Nichols
Danielle Nichols
Carolina One Real Estate
(854) 205-3779
115 Total Sales
2 in Carolina Bay
$516K - $639K 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 104 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Carolina Bay, Charleston over the last 12 months is $345,990, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$369,192
Median Sale Price
$345,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$369,192
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$594,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$211
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,508
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
2013
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,500
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,702
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,527 - $2,202 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
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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