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DARLINGTON, SC 29540

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 33.3% vs 9 last year
Pending
2
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$239,000
⇧ 30.8% vs $182,725 last year
Average Price
$262,200
⇧ 28.9% vs $203,384 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 38.9% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,419  ·  Density: 15.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $33,674

Typical home value: $83,574  ·  Homeownership: 83.1%

Market Analysis

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

The DARLINGTON, SC real estate market (29540) currently shows 6 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 30.8% year-over-year, from $182,725 to $239,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $239,000 (+30.8% YoY)
  • Average: $262,200 (+28.9% 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 29.1 miles — 247 listings ($69,011,081 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29540Darlington, SC 295400.0 mi6$1,573,200$239,000$262,200
29593Society Hill, SC 295937.3 mi2$612,266$329,950$306,133
29550Hartsville, SC 2955012.9 mi102$29,710,866$255,000$291,283
29584Patrick, SC 2958417.4 mi3$329,901$89,900$109,967
29069Lamar, SC 2906919.8 mi3$643,899$169,000$214,633
29161Timmonsville, SC 2916120.3 mi26$9,027,304$235,000$347,204
29520Cheraw, SC 2952020.6 mi37$9,738,030$231,500$263,190
29592Sellers, SC 2959222.9 mi1$180,000$180,000$180,000
29541Effingham, SC 2954123.2 mi17$4,503,657$225,000$264,921
29570McColl, SC 2957025.7 mi3$552,750$184,250$184,250
29709Chesterfield, SC 2970926.8 mi14$4,793,068$279,900$342,362
29536Dillon, SC 2953627.3 mi28$6,254,640$209,950$223,380
29080Lynchburg, SC 2908029.1 mi5$1,091,500$140,000$218,300

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DARLINGTON, SC 29540?

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in DARLINGTON, SC (zip code 29540), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DARLINGTON, SC 29540?

The median listing price in DARLINGTON, SC 29540 is $239,000 as of January 2026, a 30.8% increase from $182,725 the prior year.

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

Homes in DARLINGTON, SC 29540 spend an average of 100 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DARLINGTON, SC 29540?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DARLINGTON, SC 29540 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DARLINGTON, SC 29540 save an estimated $4,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $239,000. 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.