The Core Difference
Del Webb Nexton and Del Webb Cane Bay share a brand name and a builder (Pulte/Del Webb). That is where the similarity ends. Nexton is an active-build community opening in phases since 2020, within the master-planned Nexton development with walkable retail and restaurants, in Dorchester County. Cane Bay completed in approximately 2015, is resale-only, is more isolated from commercial amenities, and sits in Berkeley County with lower effective property taxes.
| Factor | Del Webb Nexton | Del Webb Cane Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Active build (2020–ongoing) | Resale only (completed ~2015) |
| County | Dorchester (~0.67%) | Berkeley (~0.51%) |
| HOA | ~$250/mo | ~$313/mo |
| Price range | $415K–$940K | $400K–$600K |
| Homes | ~1,400 planned | 1,000 (complete) |
| Golf cart access to retail | Yes — Nexton Town Center | Limited (Cane Bay Publix only) |
| Community maturity | Still forming (2020–present) | Established (2007–present) |
| Amenity expansion | Bar/grill + gymnasium (2025/2026) | Static — no announced expansion |
10-Year Cost Comparison
| Cost Item (10yr) | Nexton ($550K) | Cane Bay ($480K) |
|---|---|---|
| HOA (3% annual increase) | ~$34,200 | ~$43,100 |
| Property tax (65+, homestead) | ~$33,510 | ~$21,140 |
| Lawn care (owner resp.) | ~$12,000 | ~$12,000 |
| Insurance + maintenance | ~$32,600 | ~$31,200 |
| Total 10-yr non-mortgage | ~$112,310 | ~$107,440 |
Choose Nexton If:
You want to be part of a community still forming, you value walkable access to restaurants and retail, you want new construction with builder warranty, or you want the coming amenity expansion (bar/grill, gymnasium).
Choose Cane Bay If:
You want an established social community with a proven track record, you prefer a resale home where you know exactly what you are getting, the Berkeley County tax savings matter to your budget, or you value the more naturalistic setting with lagoon views.
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