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COLUMBIA, SC 29229

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Richland County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 29229

Magnolia Hall · Spring Valley · The Summit (Summit) · Timbervale · Wildewood (Wildwood) · Winslow

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29229) currently shows 319 active listings, with 160 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.9% year-over-year, from $281,250 to $272,975.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 49,097  ·  Density: 1,038.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $70,335

Typical home value: $200,988  ·  Homeownership: 69.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
319
⇩ 11.6% vs 361 last year
Pending
160
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$272,975
⇩ 2.9% vs $281,250 last year
Average Price
$307,383
⇩ 9.8% vs $340,782 last year
Days on Market
35
⇩ 7.9% vs 38 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$151
⇧ 2.7% vs $147/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,011 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 319 this year vs 361 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $272,975 (-2.9% YoY)
  • Average: $307,383 (-9.8% 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 21.5 miles — 1,405 listings ($493,396,084 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29229Columbia, SC 292290.0 mi288$87,983,424$274,420$305,498
29045Elgin, SC 290455.2 mi200$69,293,800$303,997$346,469
29203Columbia, SC 292039.0 mi140$28,086,240$183,450$200,616
29204Columbia, SC 2920410.2 mi85$27,145,090$252,175$319,354
29205Columbia, SC 2920512.4 mi95$37,938,250$299,950$399,350
29201Columbia, SC 2920113.7 mi63$22,894,200$325,938$363,400
29169West Columbia, SC 2916915.6 mi75$22,830,300$249,900$304,404
29033Cayce, SC 2903316.2 mi56$16,329,376$274,475$291,596
29063Irmo, SC 2906317.8 mi196$75,641,300$318,325$385,925
29044Eastover, SC 2904418.6 mi13$25,517,960$247,425$1,962,920
29172West Columbia, SC 2917219.6 mi38$9,936,468$229,449$261,486
29020Camden, SC 2902020.5 mi148$64,940,476$325,250$438,787
29074Liberty Hill, SC 2907421.5 mi8$4,859,200$387,000$607,400

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, SC 29229?

As of April 2026, there are 319 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29229), compared to 361 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, SC 29229?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29229 is $272,975 as of April 2026, a 2.9% decrease from $281,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29229 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, SC 29229?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29229 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 38 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 29229 save an estimated $5,460 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $272,975. 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.