Sullivan’s Island
Secluded barrier island living with quiet beaches and charm.
Secluded barrier island living with quiet beaches and charm.
It sits on 3.3 square miles of barrier island at the entrance of Charleston Harbor and is connected to Mount Pleasant by the Ben Sawyer Bridge. Sullivan’s Island is considered the private playground of beautiful colonial-style real estate that lines its beaches.
Beachfront real estate, which has become increasingly popular over the years, is owned by the town and has not been overdeveloped like other nearby beaches. This has helped to maintain its organic charm, original beauty, and tranquil streets. Sullivan’s Island is where the locals migrate to enjoy white sand beaches and quiet times of relaxation.
Sullivan’s Island real estate is situated on half-acre lots and boasts incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean and its pristine coastline. Residents enjoy living in solitude and serenity, all at a stone's throw from the beach. This area is rich in history and has a quaint atmosphere. Homes for sale in Sullivan’s Island include oceanfront estates, Intracoastal waterway residences, and a handful of townhomes.
When the tide is low, an inviting sandbar emerges on the beach. The sand is packed down enough to be able to ride bikes, take the stroller out for a cruise, go for a nice jog, or enjoy a lovely picnic. Bocce ball is a common pastime on the beach.
Life on Sullivan’s Island is quiet and secluded, but there are many amenities nearby for locals to enjoy. There are several seafood restaurants, a convenience store, and friendly pubs just off the Ben Sawyer Bridge.
2,127 people live in Sullivan’s Island, where the median age is 52.9 and the average individual income is $120,592. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Sullivan’s Island, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Heights Meat Market, Wine Shop Old Village, and Holy City Tennis Shop.
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| Dining | 3.39 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.67 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.81 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 2.04 miles | 27 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.94 miles | 21 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.95 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.05 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.26 miles | 18 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.73 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.76 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.95 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.63 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.51 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Sullivan’s Island has 817 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sullivan’s Island do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,127 people call Sullivan’s Island home. The population density is 851.47 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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