Last updated October 7, 2026

Emerald Shores — Chapin, South Carolina.

Emerald Shores is a Lake Murray neighborhood in Chapin, SC 29036. Homes and homesites gather along Emerald Shores Circle, with a mix of waterfront homes and off-water lots.

It is one of the Chapin-side shoreline communities we cover alongside larger Chapin Lake Murray neighborhoods on our Chapin Lake Murray Neighborhoods page.

The Patrick O'Connor Team keeps this guide current and is always happy to answer questions about Emerald Shores.

About Emerald Shores

Emerald Shores offers cove-style Lake Murray living with both shoreline homes and buildable lots.

Setting: Chapin-side Lake Murray neighborhood with waterfront and homesite options
Homes: single-family lakefront homes plus homesites
Street: Emerald Shores Circle
Years built: homes here date from the mid-1980s into the 2020s
Character: established shoreline circle rather than a large amenity campus
Location: unincorporated Lexington County with a Chapin 29036 mailing address

Homes for Sale in Emerald Shores

Homes and lots in Emerald Shores come up throughout the year, and waterfront homes can move quickly. Call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 or use the button below for a current list of active and upcoming listings, and we'll set you up with alerts.

Market Data as of October 2026

For the latest Emerald Shores sales and active listings, call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 — we'll pull a current market report for you.

Community details on this page come from Lexington County public property records and listing research as of October 7, 2026. See more communities on our Chapin Lake Murray neighborhoods page. Ask us for current dues (if any) and the latest comparable sales.

Types of Homes

Emerald Shores is a single-family neighborhood. You'll see established lakefront homes on Emerald Shores Circle alongside homesites for buyers who want to build.

Neighborhood Amenities

We haven't found a community clubhouse, pool, or HOA-owned common area in Emerald Shores, but the neighborhood may have recorded restrictions. Ask us for a copy and to confirm whether any dues apply to a specific home.

Shopping, Dining, and Recreation

Emerald Shores homes use a Chapin mailing address. A Chapin mailing address is not the same as living inside the Town of Chapin. Tell us what you want close by — groceries, dining, or services — and we'll show you the options around the community.

Contact The Patrick O'Connor Team

Patrick O'Connor
The Patrick O'Connor Team
Coldwell Banker Realty
607 Columbia Avenue
Lexington, SC 29072
803-243-0224
patrick.russell.oconnor@gmail.com

Home Prices

Prices in Emerald Shores vary with waterfront vs lot, shoreline, lot size, home size, and updates. Call us for recent sales and a current comparative market analysis.

Quick Facts

Location: Emerald Shores, Chapin, SC 29036
Jurisdiction: unincorporated Lexington County
Type: Lake Murray neighborhood with waterfront homes and homesites
Street: Emerald Shores Circle
Years built: mid-1980s through the 2020s
More Chapin communities: our Chapin Lake Murray neighborhoods page

School assignments are set by address and can change. Please confirm the schools for any specific home directly with the school district, and we're happy to help you check.

Waterfront Homes

Emerald Shores includes lakefront homes and off-water homes or homesites. We'll confirm the shoreline status for any specific address.

When a waterfront home comes up, we'll walk you through the survey, the shoreline, and any dock on the property.

Lake Murray Access

Lakefront homes often have private docks; lake access for off-water lots depends on the property. Ask us what applies to the home or lot you're considering.

Location and Commute

Emerald Shores has a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036) and sits in unincorporated Lexington County on the Chapin side of Lake Murray. See more communities on our Chapin Lake Murray neighborhoods page.

Commute times vary by route and time of day — we're happy to map yours from any address you have in mind.

Nearby Neighborhoods to Compare

Compare these nearby Lake Murray neighborhood guides on the Chapin side of the lake:

Browse more guides on our Neighborhoods page.

Buying a Home in Emerald Shores

A few things we help every Emerald Shores buyer check:

If you want lakefront, confirm the specific home is lakefront and ask about any dock and its permits
On older homes, ask about the roof, systems, and seawall or shoreline condition
If you're buying a lot, ask about building guidelines and utilities before you write an offer
Ask for a copy of any recorded restrictions
Ask for the HOA or covenant documents and the current dues, if any, before you write an offer
Confirm school assignment for the specific address with the school district
Compare recent sales of truly similar homes rather than a neighborhood average

Call The Patrick O'Connor Team at 803-243-0224 for a current home search and a tour.

Selling a Home in Emerald Shores

Waterfront buyers will ask about shoreline, dock, and privacy. Lot sellers should be clear about buildability and utilities.

We price Emerald Shores homes from the most similar recent sales, prepare the documents buyers will ask for, and build a launch plan around what makes your home stand out.

Thinking of selling? Call 803-243-0224 or use the contact button below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Emerald Shores?

Emerald Shores is on the Chapin side of Lake Murray in unincorporated Lexington County, with a Chapin mailing address (ZIP 29036). Homes and lots are along Emerald Shores Circle.

Are homes in Emerald Shores lakefront?

Some are lakefront homes, and some listings are homesites. We'll confirm the shoreline status for any specific address.

When were homes in Emerald Shores built?

Homes here date from the mid-1980s into the 2020s.

Is Emerald Shores inside the Town of Chapin?

Homes use a Chapin mailing address and sit in unincorporated Lexington County. A Chapin mailing address is not the same as Town of Chapin limits.

Does Emerald Shores have an HOA?

Ask us to confirm whether any association documents or dues apply to a specific home or lot before you write an offer.

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The Patrick O'Connor Team publishes neighborhood guides and works with home buyers and sellers on Lake Murray and across the Midlands of South Carolina.