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COLUMBIA, SC 29229

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
283
⇧ 1.1% vs 280 last year
Pending
109
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$275,000
⇩ 7.5% vs $297,450 last year
Average Price
$304,060
⇩ 11.5% vs $343,581 last year
Days on Market
62
⇧ 12.7% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29229) currently shows 283 active listings, with 109 pending sales. Homes are averaging 62 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.5% year-over-year, from $297,450 to $275,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 283 this year vs 280 last year
  • Days on market: 62 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $275,000 (-7.5% YoY)
  • Average: $304,060 (-11.5% 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 21.5 miles — 1,349 listings ($471,483,602 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29229Columbia, SC 292290.0 mi283$86,048,980$275,000$304,060
29045Elgin, SC 290455.2 mi210$74,592,630$310,900$355,203
29203Columbia, SC 292039.0 mi126$24,871,014$175,000$197,389
29204Columbia, SC 2920410.2 mi80$24,187,760$230,000$302,347
29205Columbia, SC 2920512.4 mi87$32,906,271$279,500$378,233
29201Columbia, SC 2920113.7 mi59$22,163,055$318,881$375,645
29169West Columbia, SC 2916915.6 mi71$23,810,063$265,000$335,353
29033Cayce, SC 2903316.2 mi62$17,086,766$252,400$275,593
29063Irmo, SC 2906317.8 mi182$71,248,632$315,400$391,476
29044Eastover, SC 2904418.6 mi12$23,870,520$294,900$1,989,210
29172West Columbia, SC 2917219.6 mi35$8,744,785$235,000$249,851
29020Camden, SC 2902020.5 mi134$57,605,126$332,000$429,889
29074Liberty Hill, SC 2907421.5 mi8$4,348,000$411,500$543,500

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 283 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29229), compared to 280 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29229 is $275,000 as of January 2026, a 7.5% decrease from $297,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29229 spend an average of 62 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 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 January 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29229 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 62 days on market compared to 55 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 $5,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $275,000. 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.