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SALEM, SC 29676

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Oconee County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
51
⇩ 7.3% vs 55 last year
Pending
14
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$749,000
⇧ 34.7% vs $555,950 last year
Average Price
$1,218,076
⇧ 47% vs $828,729 last year
Days on Market
101
⇩ 20.5% vs 127 days last year

Market Context

Population: 5,960  ·  Density: 31.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,711

Typical home value: $357,321  ·  Homeownership: 95.8%

Market Analysis

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

The SALEM, SC real estate market (29676) currently shows 51 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 101 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 101 days on market compared to 127 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 34.7% year-over-year, from $555,950 to $749,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 51 this year vs 55 last year
  • Days on market: 101 now vs 127 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $749,000 (+34.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,218,076 (+47% 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 21.2 miles — 629 listings ($666,437,869 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29676Salem, SC 296760.0 mi51$62,121,876$749,000$1,218,076
29685Sunset, SC 296857.3 mi34$98,986,818$2,750,000$2,911,377
28774Sapphire, NC 2877411.0 mi94$125,630,342$825,000$1,336,493
29691Walhalla, SC 2969112.2 mi34$12,512,442$315,691$368,013
29664Mountain Rest, SC 2966412.3 mi6$3,311,082$540,000$551,847
29671Pickens, SC 2967113.6 mi82$48,263,724$459,900$588,582
28747Lake Toxaway, NC 2874715.2 mi51$131,248,143$1,500,000$2,573,493
29675Richland, SC 2967516.2 mi1$369,000$369,000$369,000
29667Norris, SC 2966716.4 mi2$729,000$364,500$364,500
28736Glenville, NC 2873618.5 mi32$56,327,008$1,565,000$1,760,219
29631Clemson, SC 2963119.2 mi61$28,385,435$436,450$465,335
29678Seneca, SC 2967820.7 mi140$55,257,860$340,000$394,699
30537Dillard, GA 3053721.2 mi41$43,295,139$480,000$1,055,979

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALEM, SC 29676?

As of January 2026, there are 51 active listings in SALEM, SC (zip code 29676), compared to 55 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALEM, SC 29676?

The median listing price in SALEM, SC 29676 is $749,000 as of January 2026, a 34.7% increase from $555,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALEM, SC 29676 spend an average of 101 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 127 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALEM, SC 29676?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SALEM, SC 29676 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 101 days on market compared to 127 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALEM, SC 29676 save an estimated $14,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $749,000. 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.