Published November 2026 | By Abe Safa, Century 21 The Harrelson Group
Short answer: yes. On the Grand Strand, a pond lot adds about 5% per square foot and a golf course lot about 9%, compared with similar homes without either.
Waterway, marsh and beach locations add far more, but they take longer to sell, so the price has to be exact.
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What Each Lot Feature Sold For in 2026
We looked at 3,200 resale single-family homes that closed in the Grand Strand MLS from late April to early November 2026, grouped by the lot features in the listing.
| Lot feature | Homes sold | Median sold price | Median price per sq ft | Median days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No water or golf feature | 1,964 | $352,000 | $201 | 80 |
| On a lake or pond | 592 | $425,000 | $211 | 77 |
| Lake or pond view | 353 | $429,000 | $218 | 73 |
| In a golf course community | 375 | $549,000 | $246 | 78 |
| On a golf course | 171 | $525,000 | $239 | 73 |
| Golf course view | 98 | $579,500 | $256 | 78 |
| Marsh or wetlands view | 57 | $649,000 | $287 | 94 |
| Intracoastal Waterway community, access or view | 248 | $727,475 | $271 | 94 |
| East of Business 17 | 304 | $610,000 | $300 | 91 |
| On the Intracoastal Waterway | 38 | $1,392,000 | $379 | 107 |
| Oceanfront, ocean view or second row | 46 | $1,267,450 | $489 | 100 |
Source: Coastal Carolinas MLS (CCMLS) data for single-family homes in the Grand Strand that closed from late April to early November 2026, pulled November 4, 2026. Lots and homes not in a subdivision are excluded. A home can have more than one feature, so groups overlap.
Some of those gaps come from bigger homes in nicer locations, not just the lot. To see the lot by itself, compare homes of the same size.
Same-Size Homes: The Lot Premium by Itself
| Homes from 1,600 to 2,400 sq ft | Homes sold | Median price per sq ft | Median days on market |
|---|---|---|---|
| No water or golf feature | 870 | $199 | 85 |
| On a lake or pond | 262 | $208 | 79 |
| On a golf course | 90 | $216 | 68 |
For homes between 1,600 and 2,400 square feet, a pond lot was worth about $9 more per square foot and a golf course lot about $17 more. On a 2,000-square-foot home, that is roughly $18,000 for a pond and $34,000 for a golf course. Both sold faster than homes with no feature, because the lot gives buyers an emotional reason to choose that house.
Why Water and Beach Lots Take Longer
Homes on the Intracoastal Waterway, near the marsh or close to the beach sold for far more per square foot, but they spent 90 to 107 days on market compared with about 80 for the average home. There are fewer buyers at those prices, and each one compares carefully. A premium lot priced even a little too high can sit, while the same home priced right sells well. Flood zone and insurance questions come up more often too, so have them answered early with the coastal seller checklist.
How to Price and Market a Premium Lot
Compare like with like
Price a pond lot against other pond lots and a golf lot against other golf lots, ideally in the same community. The neighborhood average will undervalue your lot.
Lead the listing with the lot
Make the back yard, the view or a drone shot one of the first photos. Buyers decide in the first few images.
Answer the questions before buyers ask
Dock or bulkhead condition, golf membership rules, pond maintenance, flood zone and insurance costs. Clear answers keep buyers moving.
Know what buyers want
See what Myrtle Beach buyers are looking for right now and how the market is moving in whether now is a good time to sell.
How We Price Homes With Premium Lots
We price from closed sales with the same lot feature, measure the premium in dollars, and build the marketing around the lot from the first photo. If you are deciding what to fix before listing, read sell as-is or repair. For a full pricing review, request a free market analysis.
What Sellers Say
Sellers describe Abe and the team as trustworthy, straightforward and responsive. The team is top-rated on Google and Zillow, Abe has more than 270 client reviews on Realtor.com, and he has closed over 1,300 transactions in 11 years.
- "Abe is the epitome of personal service. His staging advice for our home near Grande Dunes was invaluable. Sold in 3 weeks for more than we thought possible." P. Sakkian, verified Google review
- "Abe Safa and his team were incredible with our sale in Carolina Forest. From the day we listed, we were constantly communicated with. They guided us to an appropriate asking price and we felt valued every step of the way." S. Riedel, verified Google review
- "Professional and courteous in advising on which offer to accept. Closed out the sale within 30 days. He makes the process easy." J. Scott, verified Google review
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does a pond lot add value to a Myrtle Beach home?
Yes, modestly. Among resale homes of 1,600 to 2,400 square feet that sold on the Grand Strand from late April to early November 2026, homes on a lake or pond sold for a median of $208 per square foot, compared with $199 for similar homes with no water or golf feature, about 5% more. They also sold a little faster, in 79 days compared with 85.
Is a golf course lot worth more when I sell?
Usually. Similar-size homes on a golf course sold for a median of $216 per square foot, about 9% more than homes with no water or golf feature, and sold faster, in a median of 68 days. Buyers pay for the view and the open space behind the house, so show both in your photos.
Which lot features add the most value in the Grand Strand?
Water and the beach. Homes on the Intracoastal Waterway sold for a median of $379 per square foot, and oceanfront, ocean view and second-row homes sold for $489, compared with $201 for homes with no water or golf feature. Homes east of Business 17 sold for a median of $300 per square foot. Those premiums also come with longer marketing times, so pricing has to be precise.
How do I price a home with a premium lot?
Compare it with recent sales that have the same feature, not with the neighborhood average. A pond or golf lot should be priced against other pond or golf lots in the same community. If there are none, your agent can measure the premium from nearby communities and builder lot premiums.
How should I market my lot when selling?
Lead with it. Use a back-yard or drone photo as one of the first images, show the view from inside the house, mention sunsets, privacy or the distance to the water in the first line of the description, and include any dock, bulkhead or golf membership details buyers will ask about.
Who can help me price a Myrtle Beach home with a pond, golf or waterway lot?
Abe Safa and the Abe Safa Sales Team at Century 21 The Harrelson Group, local since 1988, have closed over 1,300 transactions in 11 years and are top-rated on Google and Zillow. The team prices homes from closed sales with the same lot feature. Call or text (843) 360-2145.
