Community profile · Bluffton area
Sun City Hilton Head.
55+ community · gated
Sun City Hilton Head is a Del Webb active-adult community near Bluffton where at least one resident of each home must be 55 or older. It is the largest age-restricted community in South Carolina, with three championship golf courses, an executive course, and a large amenity campus.
Last updated October 2026 By Kim Striker
Where is Sun City Hilton Head located?
Sun City Hilton Head is on U.S. 278 between Bluffton and Okatie, about 15 minutes from Hilton Head Island and roughly 35 minutes from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.
| Location | Sun City Hilton Head is on U.S. 278 between Bluffton and Okatie, about 15 minutes from Hilton Head Island and roughly 35 minutes from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. |
| Access | Security-gated. Residents and their registered guests use gate credentials at the main entrance on Sun City Boulevard. |
| Golf | Three championship courses: the Okatie Creek, Argent Lakes, and Hidden Cypress courses, plus an executive course. Golf play is for residents and their guests. |
| Water | No marina and no deep-water access. Several neighborhoods front lakes and the Colleton River watershed for views. [VERIFY: current lake access rules] |
| Beach | No beach on site. Hilton Head Island's Atlantic beaches are about 25 minutes away. |
| Age restriction | 55+ community: at least one occupant of each home must be 55 or older, per Del Webb's age-restriction covenant. |
| Price range | [VERIFY: current resale price range for Sun City Hilton Head homes] Verify current figure |
| Annual fees | [VERIFY: current Sun City Hilton Head annual assessment] Verify current figure |
What golf is available?
Three championship courses: the Okatie Creek, Argent Lakes, and Hidden Cypress courses, plus an executive course. Golf play is for residents and their guests.
What about water access?
No marina and no deep-water access. Several neighborhoods front lakes and the Colleton River watershed for views. [VERIFY: current lake access rules] No beach on site. Hilton Head Island's Atlantic beaches are about 25 minutes away.
What is the community actually like?
- Three championship golf courses and an executive course
- Large amenity campus with fitness center, pools, walking trails, and pickleball
- Largest age-restricted community in South Carolina
- Active social calendar with clubs and classes
- Single-level and low-maintenance home designs
What does it cost to live in Sun City Hilton Head?
Purchase price
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Annual carrying cost
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On top of purchase price, remember property taxes (4% legal-residence assessment after filing Form PD-105), flood and wind insurance, and any club dues or resident fees. Every community updates its budget annually, so ask for the current assessment summary and the latest club dues in writing before making an offer.
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Answers
Sun City Hilton Head questions, answered
What is the age requirement at Sun City Hilton Head?
At least one resident of each home must be 55 or older, and no one under 19 may reside there full time, per Del Webb's age-restriction covenant. Buyers should confirm current rules with the community before purchase. [VERIFY: current Del Webb age-restriction exact terms]
Is Sun City Hilton Head gated?
Yes, Sun City has a security gate at its main entrance on Sun City Boulevard near U.S. 278.
How many golf courses does Sun City have?
Four: the Okatie Creek, Argent Lakes, and Hidden Cypress championship courses plus an executive course. Play is primarily for residents and their guests.
What does Sun City cost per year?
Sun City has a monthly or annual HOA assessment covering common areas and amenities. Golf carries a separate fee structure. [VERIFY: current Sun City assessment and golf fees]
What home types are in Sun City?
Mostly single-level homes and a smaller number of two-story models, primarily in the cottage and ranch styles, built by Pulte/Del Webb. [VERIFY: current inventory and price range]
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