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MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
728
⇩ 18.9% vs 898 last year
Pending
203
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$367,000
⇩ 3.2% vs $379,000 last year
Average Price
$444,910
⇩ 1.4% vs $451,183 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 13% vs 77 days last year

Market Context

Population: 49,113  ·  Density: 358.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,788

Typical home value: $285,486  ·  Homeownership: 71.1%

Market Analysis

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

The MYRTLE BEACH, SC real estate market (29579) currently shows 728 active listings, with 203 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 170 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.2% year-over-year, from $379,000 to $367,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 728 this year vs 898 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $367,000 (-3.2% YoY)
  • Average: $444,910 (-1.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 29.2 miles — 3,855 listings ($1,758,048,304 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29579Myrtle Beach, SC 295790.0 mi728$323,894,480$367,000$444,910
29578Myrtle Beach, SC 295784.7 mi1$194,900$194,900$194,900
29526Conway, SC 295268.1 mi802$286,150,392$323,685$356,796
29575Myrtle Beach, SC 295759.8 mi418$187,745,536$357,450$449,152
29568Longs, SC 2956813.7 mi492$176,917,296$338,000$359,588
29582North Myrtle Beach, SC 2958215.5 mi1,003$523,472,721$409,900$521,907
29511Aynor, SC 2951118.6 mi67$24,771,508$321,018$369,724
29585Pawleys Island, SC 2958521.7 mi271$208,386,534$514,950$768,954
29544Galivants Ferry, SC 2954423.7 mi37$14,430,037$344,900$390,001
28463Tabor City, NC 2846324.8 mi28$8,122,436$240,000$290,087
28452Longwood, NC 2845226.8 mi2$470,000$235,000$235,000
29545Green Sea, SC 2954527.9 mi4$2,974,664$875,000$743,666
28455Nakina, NC 2845529.2 mi2$517,800$258,900$258,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579?

As of January 2026, there are 728 active listings in MYRTLE BEACH, SC (zip code 29579), compared to 898 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579?

The median listing price in MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579 is $367,000 as of January 2026, a 3.2% decrease from $379,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 170 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29579 save an estimated $7,340 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $367,000. 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.