Charleston, SC metro area Housing Market
Cold MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Charleston, SC metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: January 2026
Median Sale Price
$445K
↑ 3.5% YoY
Days on Market
86 days
↑ 2.4% YoY
Active Inventory
4,933
↑ 9.8% YoY
Homes Sold
987
↑ 3.8% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
Charleston, SC metro area Market Summary
The Charleston, SC metro area housing market is cooling down. As of January 2026, the median home sale price is $445K, up 3.5% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 86 days on the market, 2.4% longer than a year ago.
There are 4,933 homes for sale — 9.8% more than last year. With 5.0 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 1,675 new listings were added during this period, up 15.8% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.9% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 13.8% of homes sell above their asking price. 23.1% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
73
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. South Carolina 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.
Charleston, SC metro area Market Trends
Median Sale Price
Median Days on Market
Active Inventory
Homes Sold
Price per Square Foot
Sale-to-List Ratio
New Listings
Listings with Price Drops
Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$460K
Price per Sq Ft
$237
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.9%
Months of Supply
5.0
Sold Above List
13.8%
Price Drops
23.1%
New Listings
1,675
↑ 15.8% YoY
Pending Sales
1,492
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.4%
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