Sheldon, SC Homes for Rent

Sheldon, located in South Carolina's Lowcountry, is a historical enclave with a population of over 500. This rural area, populated since the 1700s, maintains a remote atmosphere with single-family homes hidden among bald cypress trees and live oaks. Housing in Sheldon includes bungalows and ranch-style homes, some dating back to the 1970s and 1980s, with some new builds completed as recently as 2024.

Students attend schools in nearby Seabrook, starting at Whale Branch Elementary and Middle Schools, and continuing to Whale Branch Early College High School.

Sheldon features green spaces like the 4-acre Agnes A. Major Center and the Brays Island Plantation Golf Course. Cultural attractions include the Old Sheldon Church ruins and the Oyotunji African Village. Dining options are found in Yemassee and Beaufort, with local spots like Harold’s Country Club and Bricks on Boundary. Shopping is available in Beaufort, with stores like Walmart, Publix, and Food Lion. Sheldon has a small medical center, while Beaufort Memorial Pratt Emergency Center is located south. Interstate 95 is accessible six miles east, and Amtrak services stop in downtown Yemassee. Hilton Head International Airport is 49 miles south.