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Folly Beach (Folly Island)
The Edge of America — a funky, laid-back surf island minutes from downtown Charleston.
Folly Beach, known affectionately as the Edge of America, is a funky, laid-back barrier island just minutes from downtown Charleston, beloved for its bohemian spirit and genuine beach-town character. Famous for great surfing, the historic Folly Pier, and a walkable strip of local restaurants, bars, and shops, it offers a relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe unlike anywhere else in the Lowcountry. Residents enjoy swimming, surfing, fishing, and paddling the surrounding creeks and marshes, all with Charleston's history and dining a short drive away. Homes range from classic beach cottages to oceanfront and marsh-front properties, many with strong vacation-rental demand. Its blend of beach access, personality, and proximity to Charleston keeps it in high demand. If you want an authentic, fun-loving beach town with real character and unbeatable access to Charleston, Folly Beach is one of the Lowcountry's most distinctive and sought-after coastal escapes.
958 people live in Folly Beach (Folly Island), where the median age is 62.7 and the average individual income is $78,174. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Folly Beach (Folly Island), including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Locklear's on Little Oak, Folly Beach Farmers Market, and Bee-Banquet.
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| Dining · $$ | 0.16 miles | 287 reviews | 4.1/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$ | 0.83 miles | 3 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.88 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.88 miles | 1194 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.89 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.91 miles | 7 reviews | 2.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.92 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.47 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.49 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.7 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.71 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.72 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.78 miles | 92 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.78 miles | 62 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.8 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.9 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.9 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.9 miles | 3 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.9 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Folly Beach (Folly Island) has 504 households, with an average household size of 1.9. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Folly Beach (Folly Island) do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 958 people call Folly Beach (Folly Island) home. The population density is 77 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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2901 Coltsgate Rd Charlotte, NC 28211
2901 Coltsgate Rd Charlotte, NC 28211
