South Carolina Housing Market
Cold MarketHousing market data and trends for South Carolina. Track median prices, inventory, days on market, and competition metrics for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$398K
↑ 4.2% YoY
Days on Market
92 days
↑ 17.9% YoY
Active Inventory
30,222
↑ 4.3% YoY
Homes Sold
6,617
↓ 0.4% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
South Carolina Market Summary
The South Carolina housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $398K, up 4.2% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 92 days on the market, 17.9% longer than a year ago.
There are 30,222 homes for sale — 4.3% more than last year. With 4.6 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 10,149 new listings were added during this period, up 3.6% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.7% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 11.6% of homes sell above their asking price. 26.5% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
78
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals.
South Carolina Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$408K
Price per Sq Ft
$210
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.7%
Months of Supply
4.6
Sold Above List
11.6%
Price Drops
26.5%
New Listings
10,149
↑ 3.6% YoY
Pending Sales
8,136
Metro Areas in South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, SC metro area
$340K median
125 days
on market
Charleston, SC metro area
$479K median
73 days
on market
Greenville, SC metro area
$339K median
88 days
on market
Spartanburg, SC metro area
$294K median
92 days
on market
Hilton Head Island, SC metro area
$542K median
81 days
on market
Florence, SC metro area
$265K median
97 days
on market
Sumter, SC metro area
$265K median
60 days
on market
Georgetown, SC metro area
$437K median
125 days
on market
Seneca, SC metro area
$349K median
78 days
on market
Greenwood, SC metro area
$293K median
136 days
on market
Orangeburg, SC metro area
$250K median
115 days
on market
Gaffney, SC metro area
$231K median
55 days
on market
Newberry, SC metro area
$316K median
99 days
on market
Union, SC metro area
$180K median
46 days
on market
Bennettsville, SC metro area
$125K median
57 days
on market
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