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CHARLESTON, SC 29401

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
104
⇧ 15.6% vs 90 last year
Pending
34
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$2,195,000
⇧ 47.4% vs $1,489,278 last year
Average Price
$3,183,704
⇧ 61.8% vs $1,967,911 last year
Days on Market
89
⇩ 13.6% vs 103 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,895  ·  Density: 2,238.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,886

Typical home value: $1,177,100  ·  Homeownership: 56.7%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLESTON, SC real estate market (29401) currently shows 104 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 89 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 47.4% year-over-year, from $1,489,278 to $2,195,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 104 this year vs 90 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 103 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $2,195,000 (+47.4% YoY)
  • Average: $3,183,704 (+61.8% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 23.3 miles — 1,249 listings ($1,937,799,888 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29401Charleston, SC 294010.0 mi104$331,105,216$2,195,000$3,183,704
29407Charleston, SC 294073.9 mi142$93,439,976$586,250$658,028
29464Mount Pleasant, SC 294645.5 mi237$395,158,395$1,250,000$1,667,335
29482Sullivans Island, SC 294825.8 mi30$186,345,990$4,995,000$6,211,533
29492Charleston, SC 2949210.1 mi168$235,342,632$877,450$1,400,849
29466Mount Pleasant, SC 2946610.8 mi206$233,546,526$775,000$1,133,721
29451Isle Of Palms, SC 2945110.9 mi100$270,147,000$2,247,500$2,701,470
29410Hanahan, SC 2941011.4 mi66$32,760,750$474,000$496,375
29420North Charleston, SC 2942014.2 mi83$35,195,984$365,000$424,048
29487Wadmalaw Island, SC 2948716.8 mi13$34,637,265$1,849,950$2,664,405
29470Ravenel, SC 2947017.8 mi52$41,255,500$521,810$793,375
29429Awendaw, SC 2942920.6 mi27$33,331,122$899,900$1,234,486
29450Huger, SC 2945023.3 mi21$15,533,532$583,998$739,692

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLESTON, SC 29401?

As of January 2026, there are 104 active listings in CHARLESTON, SC (zip code 29401), compared to 90 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLESTON, SC 29401?

The median listing price in CHARLESTON, SC 29401 is $2,195,000 as of January 2026, a 47.4% increase from $1,489,278 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLESTON, SC 29401 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 103 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLESTON, SC 29401?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLESTON, SC 29401 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 89 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHARLESTON, SC 29401 save an estimated $43,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $2,195,000. 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.