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WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lexington County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
35
⇧ 16.7% vs 30 last year
Pending
8
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$235,000
⇩ 9.9% vs $260,875 last year
Average Price
$249,851
⇩ 9.5% vs $275,927 last year
Days on Market
53
⇩ 10.2% vs 59 days last year

Market Context

Population: 9,359  ·  Density: 151.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,882

Typical home value: $166,860  ·  Homeownership: 78.5%

Market Analysis

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

The WEST COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29172) currently shows 35 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.9% year-over-year, from $260,875 to $235,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 35 this year vs 30 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $235,000 (-9.9% YoY)
  • Average: $249,851 (-9.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 21.8 miles — 1,763 listings ($648,580,160 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29172West Columbia, SC 291720.0 mi35$8,744,785$235,000$249,851
29170West Columbia, SC 291704.7 mi105$29,960,280$261,838$285,336
29201Columbia, SC 292015.9 mi59$22,163,055$318,881$375,645
29209Columbia, SC 292097.0 mi156$44,116,020$240,000$282,795
29204Columbia, SC 292049.5 mi80$24,187,760$230,000$302,347
29210Columbia, SC 2921010.0 mi110$19,852,360$189,900$180,476
29160Swansea, SC 2916011.4 mi22$9,855,076$294,950$447,958
29072Lexington, SC 2907213.0 mi375$194,146,500$415,000$517,724
29212Columbia, SC 2921214.0 mi140$54,463,640$284,000$389,026
29223Columbia, SC 2922315.5 mi204$59,922,552$250,000$293,738
29063Irmo, SC 2906317.8 mi182$71,248,632$315,400$391,476
29229Columbia, SC 2922919.6 mi283$86,048,980$275,000$304,060
29044Eastover, SC 2904421.8 mi12$23,870,520$294,900$1,989,210

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172?

As of January 2026, there are 35 active listings in WEST COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29172), compared to 30 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172?

The median listing price in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172 is $235,000 as of January 2026, a 9.9% decrease from $260,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29172 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 53 days on market compared to 59 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 29172 save an estimated $4,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $235,000. 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.