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SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920

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

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC real estate market (29920) currently shows 179 active listings, with 40 pending sales. Homes are averaging 132 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 132 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.3% year-over-year, from $656,225 to $678,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
179
⇩ 5.8% vs 190 last year
Pending
40
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$678,000
⇧ 3.3% vs $656,225 last year
Average Price
$846,622
⇩ 3% vs $873,095 last year
Days on Market
132
⇧ 43.5% vs 92 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$390
⇩ 3.2% vs $403/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,783 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 179 this year vs 190 last year
  • Days on market: 132 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $678,000 (+3.3% YoY)
  • Average: $846,622 (-3% 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 34.9 miles — 2,308 listings ($2,444,389,413 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29920Saint Helena Island, SC 299200.0 mi180$147,391,020$694,500$818,839
29902Beaufort, SC 299028.5 mi176$140,688,592$525,000$799,367
29935Port Royal, SC 299358.7 mi37$23,515,794$498,225$635,562
29940Seabrook, SC 2994014.9 mi18$28,450,026$862,125$1,580,557
29909Okatie, SC 2990917.9 mi405$338,295,285$571,075$835,297
29928Hilton Head Island, SC 2992818.7 mi621$697,591,656$522,000$1,123,336
29941Sheldon, SC 2994119.8 mi1$260,000$260,000$260,000
29915Daufuskie Island, SC 2991525.4 mi40$36,380,040$728,725$909,501
29912Coosawhatchie, SC 2991226.9 mi1$599,999$599,999$599,999
29449Hollywood, SC 2944928.1 mi65$54,172,105$699,950$833,417
29927Hardeeville, SC 2992730.4 mi168$89,638,416$495,975$533,562
31328Tybee Island, GA 3132831.6 mi118$121,469,318$776,250$1,029,401
29455Johns Island, SC 2945534.9 mi478$765,937,162$832,450$1,602,379

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 179 active listings in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC (zip code 29920), compared to 190 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 $678,000 as of March 2026, a 3.3% increase from $656,225 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 132 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 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 March 2026, SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 132 days on market compared to 92 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 $13,560 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $678,000. 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.