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COLUMBIA, SC 29203

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
126
⇧ 16.7% vs 108 last year
Pending
45
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$175,000
⇩ 2.5% vs $179,500 last year
Average Price
$197,389
⇩ 8.1% vs $214,891 last year
Days on Market
55
⇩ 15.4% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 41,205  ·  Density: 255.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,015

Typical home value: $113,283  ·  Homeownership: 47.4%

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29203) currently shows 126 active listings, with 45 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.5% year-over-year, from $179,500 to $175,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 126 this year vs 108 last year
  • Days on market: 55 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $175,000 (-2.5% YoY)
  • Average: $197,389 (-8.1% 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 19.2 miles — 1,439 listings ($521,447,768 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29203Columbia, SC 292030.0 mi126$24,871,014$175,000$197,389
29204Columbia, SC 292045.5 mi80$24,187,760$230,000$302,347
29206Columbia, SC 292066.9 mi80$33,513,040$347,000$418,913
29169West Columbia, SC 291698.0 mi71$23,810,063$265,000$335,353
29201Columbia, SC 292018.2 mi59$22,163,055$318,881$375,645
29212Columbia, SC 292129.4 mi140$54,463,640$284,000$389,026
29033Cayce, SC 2903310.2 mi62$17,086,766$252,400$275,593
29209Columbia, SC 2920913.3 mi156$44,116,020$240,000$282,795
29045Elgin, SC 2904514.1 mi210$74,592,630$310,900$355,203
29036Chapin, SC 2903617.1 mi233$139,064,419$465,000$596,843
29061Hopkins, SC 2906117.8 mi139$36,020,321$247,450$259,139
29180Winnsboro, SC 2918018.5 mi41$17,094,950$300,000$416,950
29053Gaston, SC 2905319.2 mi42$10,464,090$235,000$249,145

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, SC 29203?

As of January 2026, there are 126 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29203), compared to 108 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, SC 29203?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29203 is $175,000 as of January 2026, a 2.5% decrease from $179,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29203 spend an average of 55 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, SC 29203?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29203 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COLUMBIA, SC 29203 save an estimated $3,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $175,000. 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.