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EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438

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

Market Analysis

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

The EDISTO ISLAND, SC real estate market (29438) currently shows 87 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 42 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.6% year-over-year, from $859,500 to $890,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,751  ·  Density: 14.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,044

Typical home value: $452,247  ·  Homeownership: 86.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
87
⇧ 14.5% vs 76 last year
Pending
16
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$890,250
⇧ 3.6% vs $859,500 last year
Average Price
$1,060,377
⇧ 2.4% vs $1,035,579 last year
Days on Market
42
⇩ 10.6% vs 47 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$487
⇩ 3.6% vs $505/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,767 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 87 this year vs 76 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $890,250 (+3.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,060,377 (+2.4% 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 27.7 miles — 1,300 listings ($1,255,721,661 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29438Edisto Island, SC 294380.0 mi77$81,684,141$899,000$1,060,833
29487Wadmalaw Island, SC 294879.8 mi16$48,194,800$1,842,475$3,012,175
29426Adams Run, SC 2942615.5 mi7$3,477,355$499,950$496,765
29470Ravenel, SC 2947017.7 mi85$64,062,375$498,675$753,675
29920Saint Helena Island, SC 2992019.7 mi180$147,391,020$694,500$818,839
29414Charleston, SC 2941422.5 mi218$108,134,322$452,000$496,029
29439Folly Beach, SC 2943923.6 mi65$96,339,880$1,193,000$1,482,152
29935Port Royal, SC 2993525.6 mi37$23,515,794$498,225$635,562
29474Round O, SC 2947426.1 mi12$23,118,348$398,750$1,926,529
29401Charleston, SC 2940126.5 mi114$353,028,474$2,242,500$3,096,741
29485Summerville, SC 2948526.7 mi351$139,303,476$371,753$396,876
29403Charleston, SC 2940326.9 mi122$160,048,140$997,475$1,311,870
29435Cottageville, SC 2943527.7 mi16$7,423,536$318,750$463,971

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438?

As of March 2026, there are 87 active listings in EDISTO ISLAND, SC (zip code 29438), compared to 76 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438?

The median listing price in EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438 is $890,250 as of March 2026, a 3.6% increase from $859,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 42 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EDISTO ISLAND, SC 29438 save an estimated $17,805 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $890,250. 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.