Clearwater, FL or Murrells Inlett, SC

[Bien Nguyen]

My husband and I recently launched our STR end of December 2023 near Savannah, GA and are already booked through mid-April 2024 with some bookings in May 2024. Hurray!

We are looking for our next STR opportunity and interested in a beach property that we can use from time to time.  Two areas that stood out to us were Clearwater, Florida and Murrells Inlett (near Myrtle Beach) South Carolina.  

Anyone with feedback in those areas as to pros and cons?  For example, what are property taxes like in Florida?  I know SC is steep for non-primary residents.  

Thanks in advance!

Bien Nguyen
Sweet Retreats Vacation Properties LLC

[John Underwood]

I like Clearwater due to the manatees.

The whole Myrtle Beach area would be a better investment in my opinion. 

There is so much to see and do there.

Murrells Inlet has many great seafood restaurants! 

Also insurance is much cheaper in SC than FL.