Local Insight From Someone Who Left, Came Back, and Can’t Imagine Being Anywhere Else
Here’s the thing, Myrtle Beach isn’t just a place you visit—it’s a place that gets under your skin in the best possible way. No one knows that better than Megan Parker, aka @myrtlebeachmegan. Born and raised here, she moved to bigger cities thinking she’d never look back. But after searching for the perfect spot to raise a family, life led her right back to the South Carolina coast—and this time, with fresh eyes and a deeper appreciation.
We asked Megan what she wishes more people knew about living in Myrtle Beach. Here’s her list, five truths that don’t show up on the relocation brochures, but probably should.
The Beach Isn’t Just for Tourists
The beach stops being a destination and starts becoming your rhythm. Morning walks at sunrise, quiet stretches where it’s just you and the waves, secret sunset spots you’ll never drop a pin for, this isn’t a vacation anymore. It’s your daily dose of peace. As Megan puts it, “The beach isn’t just a backdrop. It becomes the best kind of therapy.”
Locals Go to MarshWalk and Barefoot—Not Broadway
Sure, Broadway has its place, but if you’re a local? You’re down at the MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet or strolling Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle. That’s where you grab dinner, listen to live music, and run into three people you know before you even order a drink. It’s casual, it’s salty, and it’s ours. These are the places where you feel the local vibe, not the crowds.
You Find Your Go-To Spots by Exploring
Forget Google. Your favorite places, the ones you come back to again and again, won’t be listed on the top ten travel blogs. They’re the tucked-away coffee shops with just the right playlist, hole-in-the-wall seafood joints that locals have sworn by for decades, and those low-traffic beach accesses you only find by accident. Megan says, “Your go-to spots? You discover them. They’re not on the brochure.”
Life Moves Slower—And That’s the Point
One of the first things people notice? The pace. You’ll chat with someone in the grocery store line for 15 minutes and no one behind you will care. People wave at each other on the road. They sit on porches. They stay for “just one drink” that turns into two hours of catching up. Life moves slower here, and that’s not a flaw, it’s the feature.
It’s More Than Just a Beach Town
Yes, we’ve got 60 miles of coastline. But Myrtle Beach is layered. The Intracoastal Waterway, historic districts, neighborhoods you’ve never heard of until you’re driving through and suddenly want to live there. There’s art, culture, festivals, hidden trails, and real people building real lives. As Megan says, “You don’t just live at the beach… the beach starts to live in you.”
Thinking About a Move?
If Megan’s words resonate with you, maybe it’s time to see Myrtle Beach for yourself. Whether you’re relocating for family, a job, or a lifestyle shift, you don’t need to figure it all out at once. “Your first home doesn’t have to be forever,” she reminds us. “Use it as a stepping stone while you find what fits.”
Let BHHS Coastal Real Estate help you take that first step. We live here. We know every neighborhood, every tucked-away gem, and every good reason to stay. Whether you’re dreaming of ocean views or a quiet inland retreat, our team is ready to help you find your fit.
Let’s turn curiosity into keys. Reach out to BHHS Coastal Real Estate and let’s find the version of Myrtle Beach that feels like home to you.
