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SUNSET, SC 29685

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

Market Analysis

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

The SUNSET, SC real estate market (29685) currently shows 49 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 74 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 74 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.6% year-over-year, from $2,694,000 to $2,300,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,038  ·  Density: 8.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $99,861

Typical home value: $495,292  ·  Homeownership: 98.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
49
⇧ 32.4% vs 37 last year
Pending
7
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$2,300,000
⇩ 14.6% vs $2,694,000 last year
Average Price
$2,754,386
⇩ 11.7% vs $3,118,891 last year
Days on Market
74
⇩ 25.3% vs 99 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$534
⇩ 15% vs $628/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,812 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 49 this year vs 37 last year
  • Days on market: 74 now vs 99 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $2,300,000 (-14.6% YoY)
  • Average: $2,754,386 (-11.7% 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 20.9 miles — 529 listings ($565,527,483 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29685Sunset, SC 296850.0 mi39$107,267,823$2,375,000$2,750,457
29671Pickens, SC 296717.7 mi81$47,098,179$466,725$581,459
28772Rosman, NC 2877210.8 mi9$7,808,400$649,000$867,600
29686Tamassee, SC 2968611.8 mi6$3,699,798$319,900$616,633
29635Cleveland, SC 2963513.8 mi17$7,632,847$274,995$448,991
28717Cashiers, NC 2871715.3 mi65$185,924,375$2,217,500$2,860,375
29640Easley, SC 2964016.7 mi117$43,586,010$316,098$372,530
29696West Union, SC 2969617.0 mi29$26,099,188$707,175$899,972
29657Liberty, SC 2965717.4 mi46$18,090,466$287,058$393,271
29661Marietta, SC 2966118.4 mi21$27,086,241$985,425$1,289,821
28736Glenville, NC 2873619.1 mi31$55,280,068$1,708,750$1,783,228
28708Balsam Grove, NC 2870819.9 mi4$1,665,000$412,750$416,250
29631Clemson, SC 2963120.9 mi64$34,289,088$477,425$535,767

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SUNSET, SC 29685?

As of March 2026, there are 49 active listings in SUNSET, SC (zip code 29685), compared to 37 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SUNSET, SC 29685?

The median listing price in SUNSET, SC 29685 is $2,300,000 as of March 2026, a 14.6% decrease from $2,694,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SUNSET, SC 29685 spend an average of 74 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 99 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SUNSET, SC 29685?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SUNSET, SC 29685 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 74 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SUNSET, SC 29685 save an estimated $46,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $2,300,000. 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.