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WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lexington County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 29170

Cayce (Case) · Congaree Gardens · Springdale (Spring Dale) · West Columbia (W. Columbia)

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WEST COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29170) currently shows 137 active listings, with 45 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.3% year-over-year, from $299,990 to $266,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 21,279  ·  Density: 336.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,880

Typical home value: $170,164  ·  Homeownership: 81.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
137
⇧ 14.2% vs 120 last year
Pending
45
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$266,000
⇩ 11.3% vs $299,990 last year
Average Price
$279,316
⇩ 12.2% vs $318,013 last year
Days on Market
44
⇧ 2.3% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$159
⇧ 3.2% vs $154/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,661 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 137 this year vs 120 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $266,000 (-11.3% YoY)
  • Average: $279,316 (-12.2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.3 miles — 1,605 listings ($475,780,451 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29170West Columbia, SC 291700.0 mi122$34,730,716$261,475$284,678
29169West Columbia, SC 291694.8 mi75$22,830,300$249,900$304,404
29073Lexington, SC 290736.2 mi272$84,855,024$282,250$311,967
29210Columbia, SC 292107.8 mi118$20,957,744$185,493$177,608
29053Gaston, SC 290538.4 mi43$10,477,552$240,725$243,664
29212Columbia, SC 2921210.1 mi153$60,393,537$282,000$394,729
29209Columbia, SC 2920911.1 mi165$48,463,305$241,125$293,717
29203Columbia, SC 2920312.7 mi140$28,086,240$183,450$200,616
29123Pelion, SC 2912313.7 mi23$6,382,592$274,895$277,504
29160Swansea, SC 2916014.8 mi23$10,308,278$284,500$448,186
29061Hopkins, SC 2906117.2 mi143$35,969,219$237,400$251,533
29070Leesville, SC 2907017.9 mi40$24,342,520$549,500$608,563
29229Columbia, SC 2922920.3 mi288$87,983,424$274,420$305,498

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170?

As of March 2026, there are 137 active listings in WEST COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29170), compared to 120 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170?

The median listing price in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170 is $266,000 as of March 2026, a 11.3% decrease from $299,990 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WEST COLUMBIA, SC?

Homes in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WEST COLUMBIA, SC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29170 save an estimated $5,320 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $266,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.