Oceanfront property is costly. You'll notice that the closer you get to a beach town, the quicker the real estate pricing increases. If you want an affordable beach town on the East Coast, here are a few to consider.
Virginia Beach, VA
Virginia Beach is a popular vacation destination, but there are also some affordable housing options, especially if you don't mind a quick drive to the beach. The good thing about the Virginia Beach area is that there is a lot of coastline and plenty of beach; you'll just have to deal with a cooler winter than in a southern beach town.
Ocean City, MD
Ocean City is a family-friendly place with many activities and various properties to choose from. The boardwalk in Ocean City is one of its key features and pulls for visitors and residents.
Wilmington, NC
Wilmington is still growing and has a great mix of urban and beach living. If you want to mix in the affordability factor, you'll find that, too. Young people and retirees find Wilmington an affordable beach town with a lot to offer.
Myrtle Beach, SC
Myrtle Beach is far from a sleepy beach town. This is a center for entertainment and tourism. The great thing about Myrtle is that there are housing options at almost every price point. You choose how close you want to get to the beach here. You'll never be bored in Myrtle Beach.
Tybee Island, GA
Most people don't consider Savannah, GA, a beach town, but it can be. Savannah offers southern charm and the Tybee Island beaches. Tybee is an affordable beach town, and although it's small, many people call it home.
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Close to the city and a pretty large airport, Jacksonville Beach has become a popular and affordable beachfront place to live. You'll find that the beach season lasts a good portion of the year, but it's not high heat all year long like you find in South Florida.
Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Beach is a popular spring break spot, but it's more than that. This is a town that has a ton of real estate options for all budgets. If you like big beaches and motorsports, add this to your list.
New Smyrna Beach, FL
New Smyrna Beach is an up-and-coming area with outdoor activities, small-town charm, and many housing options. This has been a popular one lately for families to move to as it has a lot to offer.
Morehead City, NC
One of the lesser-known East Coast beach towns, Morehead City, NC, is A gateway to the Crystal Coast, offering maritime charm with beach access. You'll be just north of Wilmington Island here, with options for condos and homes just a few miles from the ocean.
Hilton Head Island, SC
Although Hilton Head Island has become more expensive, there are still some decent buys, and the beachfront living is a lot of fun. Hilton Head has impressive restaurants and dining; you'll like the beach bars and waterfront dining you can find.
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