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SALEM, SC 29676

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Oconee County
Balanced Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SALEM, SC real estate market (29676) currently shows 98 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.5% year-over-year, from $699,900 to $724,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
98
⇧ 10.1% vs 89 last year
Pending
20
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$724,250
⇧ 3.5% vs $699,900 last year
Average Price
$1,296,107
⇧ 11.5% vs $1,162,204 last year
Days on Market
68
⇩ 22.7% vs 88 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$291
⇩ 2.7% vs $299/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,166 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 98 this year vs 89 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $724,250 (+3.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,296,107 (+11.5% 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 21.9 miles — 736 listings ($610,621,004 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29676Salem, SC 296760.0 mi64$78,405,952$718,475$1,225,093
29685Sunset, SC 296857.3 mi39$107,267,823$2,375,000$2,750,457
28774Sapphire, NC 2877411.0 mi87$110,148,960$750,000$1,266,080
29691Walhalla, SC 2969112.2 mi36$14,901,084$321,250$413,919
29664Mountain Rest, SC 2966412.3 mi8$4,371,376$542,500$546,422
29671Pickens, SC 2967113.6 mi81$47,098,179$466,725$581,459
28772Rosman, NC 2877215.8 mi9$7,808,400$649,000$867,600
29667Norris, SC 2966716.4 mi2$855,000$427,500$427,500
28736Glenville, NC 2873618.5 mi31$55,280,068$1,708,750$1,783,228
29631Clemson, SC 2963119.2 mi64$34,289,088$477,425$535,767
29678Seneca, SC 2967820.7 mi158$64,582,184$354,698$408,748
30537Dillard, GA 3053721.2 mi40$42,026,880$470,000$1,050,672
29640Easley, SC 2964021.9 mi117$43,586,010$316,098$372,530

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of July 2026, there are 98 active listings in SALEM, SC (zip code 29676), compared to 89 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SALEM, SC 29676 is $724,250 as of July 2026, a 3.5% increase from $699,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALEM, SC 29676 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 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 July 2026, SALEM, SC 29676 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 88 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 $14,485 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $724,250. 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.