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Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Isle of Palms, South Carolina, is a city located on a barrier island along South Carolina’s coast. Just a short
drive from downtown Charleston, Isle of Palms is southeast of Mount Pleasant and separated from the mainland by the
Intracoastal Waterway and natural saltwater marshland. One of Charleston’s most popular beach destinations, Isle of
Palms has both residential, retail, and commercial enclaves. The palm lined streets feature row after row of
idyllic beach homes, and the atmosphere in this small city is relaxed. The ultimate in beach living can be had on
Isle of Palms, South Carolina, along with some of the most beautiful coastal views to be found in the region.
Isle of Palms, South Carolina was originally known as Hunting, then later as Long Island. The island was first
inhabited by the Sewee Indians, who were said to have greeted English settlers by swimming out their boats and
escorting them to shore. Legend also holds that pirates once inhabited Isle of Palms, burying their treasures among
the dunes, though no treasure has yet been found.
During the American Revolution, a British army of 2,500 men attempted an attack on a colonial camp on nearby
Sullivan’s Island, but drowned while trying to cross the dangerous waters the Breach Inlet, the gap between the two
islands. During the Civil War the Hunley, the first submarine in history to sink an enemy vessel, launched from
Breach Inlet. During the late 1800s, Isle of Palms was finally recognized by locals as a wonderful summer retreat
spot, and was purchased in 1899 by J.S. Lawrence, who gave it the familiar name we now know. Developments began to
pop up on Isle of Palms including a beach pavilion and an amusement park. It wasn’t until 1929, when the Grace
Memorial Bridge was constructed connecting Isle of Palms to the mainland, that visitors could reach the island by
car. In 1946, J.C. Long purchased much of the island and began building low-cost housing to World War II veterans,
and Isle of Palms began to develop into a thriving residential community. During the 1970s, the Sea Pines
Company, of Hilton Head Island, created a resort at the northeast part of Isle of Palms now known as The Wild Dunes
Beach and Racquet Club. Since that time, Isle of Palms, South Carolina has developed a reputation as an upscale,
charming, and naturally beautiful getaway with plenty of Charleston charm where residents and visitors alike can
enjoy a peaceful beach lifestyle. Isle of Palms is one of the most desirable communities in the greater Charleston
area, and it’s easy to see why. Over 6 miles of perfect white beaches, charming beach homes, palm-lined streets,
and modern conveniences all nearby make Isle of Palms an ideal place to slow down and live life to the fullest.
Isle of Palms, South Carolina Demographic Data
The following information is from the 2000 Census from Isle of Palms, SC:
- Population: 4,583 people
- Number of Households: 1,942
- Number of owner-occupied homes: 1,568
- Percentage of Households living as a Family: 71.2%
- Median income for a household: $76,170
- Median income for a family: $88,874
- Perrcentage of Households with Children under 18: 25.0%
- Percentage of Population aged 65 years and older: 15.2%
- Median age: 44.9 years
- Average household size: 2.36
- Average family size: 2.72
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