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COLUMBIA, SC 29209

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 29209

Arthurtown (Arthur Towne) · Ashwood Lake (Ashwood Lakes) · Bluff Estates (Bluffs Estate) · Brandon Acres (Cedar Terrace) · Charlestowne · East Columbia (Columbia E.) · East Lake · Eastmont · Eastway Park (E. Way Park) · Hampton Hills (Hampton Hill) · Hampton Ridge · Hampton-Wildcat (Hampton) · Heritage Woods · King's Grant (Kingsgrant) · Knollwood · Leesburg (Leesberg) · Saint Marks Wood (St. Mark's Woods) · Southeast Columbia (S. E. Columbia) · Strathaven Forest · Village Pond · Yorkshire

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29209) currently shows 190 active listings, with 74 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 73 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.7% year-over-year, from $231,000 to $246,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,979  ·  Density: 270.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,969

Typical home value: $174,596  ·  Homeownership: 57.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
190
⇧ 62.4% vs 117 last year
Pending
74
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$246,500
⇧ 6.7% vs $231,000 last year
Average Price
$301,672
⇧ 23.3% vs $244,743 last year
Days on Market
44
⇧ 18.9% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$153
⇧ 2.7% vs $149/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,700 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 190 this year vs 117 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $246,500 (+6.7% YoY)
  • Average: $301,672 (+23.3% 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 20.7 miles — 1,743 listings ($627,673,875 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29209Columbia, SC 292090.0 mi165$48,463,305$241,125$293,717
29201Columbia, SC 292016.0 mi63$22,894,200$325,938$363,400
29033Cayce, SC 290336.3 mi56$16,329,376$274,475$291,596
29206Columbia, SC 292067.2 mi81$33,531,651$354,750$413,971
29169West Columbia, SC 291699.6 mi75$22,830,300$249,900$304,404
29170West Columbia, SC 2917011.1 mi122$34,730,716$261,475$284,678
29210Columbia, SC 2921012.3 mi118$20,957,744$185,493$177,608
29160Swansea, SC 2916013.5 mi23$10,308,278$284,500$448,186
29229Columbia, SC 2922915.8 mi288$87,983,424$274,420$305,498
29212Columbia, SC 2921217.8 mi153$60,393,537$282,000$394,729
29072Lexington, SC 2907218.9 mi376$193,574,952$410,750$514,827
29045Elgin, SC 2904519.6 mi200$69,293,800$303,997$346,469
29123Pelion, SC 2912320.7 mi23$6,382,592$274,895$277,504

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, SC 29209?

As of March 2026, there are 190 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29209), compared to 117 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, SC 29209?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29209 is $246,500 as of March 2026, a 6.7% increase from $231,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29209 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, SC 29209?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29209 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 73 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 44 days on market compared to 37 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 29209 save an estimated $4,930 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $246,500. 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.