Sun City Hilton Head

Sun City Hilton Head SC Real Estate & Active Adult Resort Guide

Sun City Hilton Head SC Real Estate & Community Guide

Sun City Hilton Head is South Carolina's premier 55+ active adult master-planned community, spanning over 5,000 acres across Beaufort and Jasper counties in Bluffton and Okatie, SC 29909. Real estate in Sun City Hilton Head ranges from $320,000 for low-maintenance attached courtyard villas to over $850,000 for custom golf course estates in Riverbend. Featuring Del Webb single-story floor plans, lagoon views, and golf frontage, Sun City suits active retirees seeking 3 championship golf courses, 6 pools, 100+ interest clubs, and 24/7 gated security.

$425,000 Median Sale Price (MLS)
$225 / sq ft Average Price Per Sq. Ft.
38 Days Median Days on Market
16,000+ Active Adult Residents

55+ Village & Floor Plan Spectrum

Sun City South Carolina Submarket Breakdown

Sun City Enclave

Primary Home Type & Layout

Setting & Lifestyle Features

Target Price Spectrum

Riverbend & Sun City North Waterfront

Custom Single-Family Homes & River Estates

Gated riverfront enclave with private lodge, dock & custom finishes

$480,000 – $850,000+

Golf Course Villages (Okatie Creek & Hidden Cypress)

Detached Single-Family Del Webb Floor Plans

Fairway frontage along 54 holes of championship golf

$380,000 – $650,000

Courtyard Villa Neighborhoods

Attached & Detached Low-Maintenance Villas

Exterior-maintained villas ideal for lock-and-leave seasonal living

$320,000 – $450,000

Resort Amenities & Active Adult Culture

Living in Sun City Hilton Head: Amenities, Golf & Clubs

Living in Sun City Hilton Head SC delivers an unmatched active retirement lifestyle. Designed around golf cart transportation, residents drive directly to grocery stores, restaurants, and medical centers without using main roads.

54 Holes of Championship Golf

Featuring Okatie Creek, Hidden Cypress, and Pinecrest golf courses, complete with pro shops, driving ranges, and casual club dining.

Town Center & Amenity Hubs

Offers Pinckney Social Hall, Magnolia Hall performing arts theater, 6 indoor/outdoor pools, fitness centers, and 20+ tennis/pickleball courts.

100+ Active Interest Clubs

From woodworking and photography to softball, gardening, computer tech, and drama, Sun City fosters endless social engagement.

Sun City Hilton Head Real Estate Specialists

Represented by The Joan Kelly Group | Keller Williams Realty

Specializing in Sun City floor plans and HOA/POA regulations for over two decades, Joan Kelly and team help buyers navigate villa vs. single-family options, amenity fees, and resale market positioning across Sun City South Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sun City Hilton Head FAQ

Where is Sun City Hilton Head located in South Carolina?

Sun City Hilton Head is located in Bluffton and Okatie, South Carolina (zip code 29909), situated 13 miles west of Hilton Head Island in Beaufort and Jasper counties.

Is Sun City Hilton Head a age-restricted 55+ community?

Yes. Sun City Hilton Head is an age-restricted active adult community where at least one resident in 80% of occupied units must be 55 years of age or older.

What are the annual HOA fees in Sun City Hilton Head SC?

Annual community association fees cover access to all 3 amenity centers, pools, fitness centers, common grounds, and 24/7 gated security. Contact our team for current HOA fee schedules.

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Market metrics compiled from Lowcountry Regional MLS sales records and Del Webb community reports. Current through August 2026.

Sun City Hilton Head is a nationally celebrated, award-winning 55+ active-adult gated community located in the heart of the scenic Lowcountry near Bluffton. Spanning thousands of meticulously landscaped acres, the lifestyle here is entirely centered around community engagement, wellness, and extensive resort-style recreation. Residents enjoy access to three championship golf courses, multiple state-of-the-art fitness centers, tennis and pickleball complexes, and over one hundred localized social and hobby clubs.

The real estate layout offers a diverse inventory of beautifully maintained single-family homes, low-maintenance attached villas, and custom executive properties designed for convenient main-level living. Homes feature open-concept floor plans, energy-efficient designs, and serene lagoon or wooded golf course views that drive premium asset preservation. Property choices remain highly competitive, drawing empty nesters and active retirees from across the globe who value the unmatched security, master-planned convenience, and active social scene.

Active home shoppers tracking this premier age-restricted community frequently evaluate nearby off-island alternatives by browsing our general Bluffton real estate guide or reviewing oceanfront resort properties found under our Hilton Head Island area guide. Check out all live property developments and neighborhood choices across the region by visiting our master Hilton Head Island homes for sale directory. Count on Mary Gerstner and the Joan Kelly Group to provide the dedicated real estate advisory and specialized community knowledge required to secure your ideal active-adult lifestyle.

Overview for Sun City Hilton Head, SC

13,214 people live in Sun City Hilton Head, where the median age is 72 and the average individual income is $53,288. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,214

Total Population

72 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$53,288

Average individual Income

Around Sun City Hilton Head, SC

There's plenty to do around Sun City Hilton Head, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Jameson's Charhouse, Zero Dark Photography, and Sun City Fitness Center.

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Dining · $$ 0.95 miles 35 reviews 2.9/5 stars
Dining 1.18 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Active 0.97 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Active 1.15 miles 1 review 1/5 stars
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Active 1.18 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

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