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COLUMBIA, SC 29205

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
87
⇩ 1.1% vs 88 last year
Pending
31
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$279,500
⇩ 6.8% vs $299,975 last year
Average Price
$378,233
⇩ 2.7% vs $388,735 last year
Days on Market
71
⇧ 4.4% vs 68 days last year

Market Context

Population: 22,861  ·  Density: 1,367.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,549

Typical home value: $302,687  ·  Homeownership: 52.9%

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29205) currently shows 87 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.8% year-over-year, from $299,975 to $279,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 87 this year vs 88 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $279,500 (-6.8% YoY)
  • Average: $378,233 (-2.7% 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 21.6 miles — 1,657 listings ($626,948,401 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29205Columbia, SC 292050.0 mi87$32,906,271$279,500$378,233
29204Columbia, SC 292042.7 mi80$24,187,760$230,000$302,347
29033Cayce, SC 290334.2 mi62$17,086,766$252,400$275,593
29169West Columbia, SC 291695.8 mi71$23,810,063$265,000$335,353
29210Columbia, SC 292107.5 mi110$19,852,360$189,900$180,476
29223Columbia, SC 292238.3 mi204$59,922,552$250,000$293,738
29061Hopkins, SC 2906110.5 mi139$36,020,321$247,450$259,139
29053Gaston, SC 2905312.4 mi42$10,464,090$235,000$249,145
29016Blythewood, SC 2901614.8 mi243$103,984,074$384,900$427,918
29072Lexington, SC 2907215.7 mi375$194,146,500$415,000$517,724
29045Elgin, SC 2904517.0 mi210$74,592,630$310,900$355,203
29044Eastover, SC 2904417.7 mi12$23,870,520$294,900$1,989,210
29123Pelion, SC 2912321.6 mi22$6,104,494$269,995$277,477

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, SC 29205?

As of January 2026, there are 87 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29205), compared to 88 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, SC 29205?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29205 is $279,500 as of January 2026, a 6.8% decrease from $299,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29205 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, SC 29205?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29205 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 68 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 29205 save an estimated $5,590 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $279,500. 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.