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SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Beaufort County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
171
⇧ 17.1% vs 146 last year
Pending
29
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$648,976
⇩ 3.9% vs $675,000 last year
Average Price
$794,176
⇩ 2.8% vs $817,422 last year
Days on Market
129
⇧ 19.4% vs 108 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,482  ·  Density: 41.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,025

Typical home value: $288,751  ·  Homeownership: 88.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC real estate market (29920) currently shows 171 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 129 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 129 days on market compared to 108 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.9% year-over-year, from $675,000 to $648,976.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 171 this year vs 146 last year
  • Days on market: 129 now vs 108 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $648,976 (-3.9% YoY)
  • Average: $794,176 (-2.8% 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 34.9 miles — 2,083 listings ($2,185,814,511 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29920Saint Helena Island, SC 299200.0 mi171$135,804,096$648,976$794,176
29902Beaufort, SC 299028.5 mi148$104,049,180$507,000$703,035
29935Port Royal, SC 299358.7 mi33$22,016,973$524,900$667,181
29940Seabrook, SC 2994014.9 mi17$26,460,211$747,500$1,556,483
29909Okatie, SC 2990917.9 mi363$307,198,188$584,999$846,276
29928Hilton Head Island, SC 2992818.7 mi579$618,142,137$482,250$1,067,603
29941Sheldon, SC 2994119.8 mi1$260,000$260,000$260,000
29915Daufuskie Island, SC 2991525.4 mi35$33,326,790$749,000$952,194
29912Coosawhatchie, SC 2991226.9 mi1$599,999$599,999$599,999
29449Hollywood, SC 2944928.1 mi55$41,896,030$649,900$761,746
29927Hardeeville, SC 2992730.4 mi136$72,304,264$469,900$531,649
31328Tybee Island, GA 3132831.6 mi113$113,119,102$775,000$1,001,054
29455Johns Island, SC 2945534.9 mi431$710,637,541$847,500$1,648,811

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920?

As of January 2026, there are 171 active listings in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC (zip code 29920), compared to 146 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920?

The median listing price in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 is $648,976 as of January 2026, a 3.9% decrease from $675,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC?

Homes in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 spend an average of 129 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 108 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 129 days on market compared to 108 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 save an estimated $12,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $648,976. 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.