Both Myrtle Beach and Charlotte attract buyers from the Northeast and Midwest, both sit in the Carolinas, and both offer dramatically better property tax treatment than northern states. The differences that matter: Myrtle Beach is on the coast (the beach is 5–35 minutes from every community we cover). Charlotte is inland with no beach access — the nearest Atlantic coast is 3.5–4 hours. Myrtle Beach communities run 00K–50K for premium communities. Charlotte 55+ communities (Sun City Carolina Lakes, Trilogy Lake Norman, Cresswind Charlotte) run 80K–00K. Property taxes in Horry County SC vs Mecklenburg or York County SC/NC differ slightly — both offer good primary-residence treatment, but the SC 65+ homestead exemption stacks better than NC equivalents for most buyer profiles. Charlotte wins on urban infrastructure: international airport, major hospital systems, professional sports, cultural venues within 20 minutes of most communities. Myrtle Beach wins on coastal lifestyle at a lower price point. Buyers who prioritize beach access should choose Myrtle Beach unambiguously. Buyers who prioritize urban infrastructure and do not specifically need a beach should examine Charlotte.
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