Coastal Luxury Homes Real Estate

05/10/2026

Key Real Estate Trends (March 2026)

1. Sales Activity Is Increasing
• Existing-Home Sales rose 1.7% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million, driven by lower mortgage rates.
• Pending Sales surged 18.4% year-over-year, indicating strong buyer demand.
• Closed Sales increased 3.6% year-over-year.
• Regional differences: Sales increased in the Midwest, South, and West, but decreased in the Northeast.

2. Inventory Is Growing, But Supply Remains Tight
•. Inventory of Homes for Sale grew 6.5% year-over-year to 5,134 units.
•. Months Supply of Inventory remained flat at 3.3, indicating a balanced but still competitive market.
•. National inventory increased 4.9% year-over-year to 1.29 million units, representing a 3.8-month supply.

3. Prices Continue to Rise
• Median Sales Price jumped 7.8% year-over-year to $457,968.
• Average Sales Price increased 12.0% year-over-year to $744,306.
• Home prices have increased for 32 consecutive months, with a national median price up 0.3% year-over-year to $398,000.

4. Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell
• Days on Market increased 7.7% year-over-year to 56 days, suggesting buyers have slightly more negotiating power than in previous years.

5. Affordability Is Declining
• Housing Affordability Index dropped 5.1% year-over-year to 74, meaning fewer households can afford the median-priced home.

6. Sellers Are Receiving Slightly Less of Their Asking Price
• Percent of Original List Price Received decreased by 0.6% year-over-year to 96.0%.

Outlook
• For Buyers: Expect more options on the market but be prepared for higher prices and longer negotiation periods.
• For Sellers: Price growth remains strong, but homes may take longer to sell and may not fetch the full asking price.
• For Investors: Inventory growth and sustained price increases suggest continued market strength, but declining affordability could impact demand in the long term.

Source: Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service

04/25/2026

Choosing between East Beach, West Beach, and Vanderhorst can feel like choosing between three great versions of coastal life. You want the right mix of views, privacy, amenities, and long-term value. In this guide, you’ll see the lifestyle feel of each area, the types of homes you can expect, and the ownership details that shape resale and maintenance. By the end, you’ll know how to match your priorities to the right Kiawah enclave. Let’s dive in.

Compare East Beach, West Beach, and Vanderhorst on Kiawah Island. See lifestyle, amenities, and resale tips to choose your fit. Schedule a Private Consultation.

04/07/2026

What does everyday life on Isle of Palms actually feel like once the vacation glow wears off? For many buyers, that is the real question. If you are considering a move, a second home, or a long-term investment here, it helps to look past the beach photos and understand how the island works day to day. From beach access and boating to errands, events, and connections to Charleston, here is a practical look at what living on Isle of Palms can be like. Let’s dive in.

Explore everyday life on Isle of Palms, from beach access and boating to errands, events, and Charleston connections. Learn more with Coastal Luxury Homes Real Estate.

04/02/2026

What does a typical day feel like when you step out your front door on the Charleston Peninsula? You notice the breeze off the harbor, the brick and stucco facades, and the easy rhythm of a city made for walking. If you are weighing a move, you want more than pretty streets. You want to know how life works here, from morning coffee to evening plans, plus the tradeoffs that come with historic urban living. This guide walks you through a full day downtown and the practical details you should consider before you buy. Let’s dive in.

Walkability, dining, parks, housing, and tradeoffs of life on Charleston’s historic peninsula. Learn what to expect and how to plan your search. Schedule a Private Consultation.

03/07/2026

What if your morning walk included marsh views, your afternoon brought a quick nine, and dinner ended with a sunset over the Wando River? If you’re weighing a move to the Charleston area, Daniel Island offers that blend of daily ease and resort-style amenities many buyers seek. Check out our guide, and you’ll see how golf, green space, waterfront access, and a true village center come together on this master-planned island.

Explore Daniel Island: championship golf, 20–25 miles of trails, Wando River docks, and village dining. Get market tips and a local guide. Schedule a Private Consultation.

01/20/2026

Featured Property – 189 Station 18th Street, Sullivan's Island, SC 29482

5 bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms | 3,750 SF

Asking - $16,450,000

Designed by local architect Joel Adrian of Studio 291, and built by Rhodes Residential Builders, 2870 Ion Avenue is situated on a corner lot on the northern end of the island, in a quiet area between Stations 28 1/2 and 29. This home is a just a short walk to the beach. Features include Custom cabinets, high-end appliances, standing seam metal roof, natural stone countertops, designer tile, wood plank floors, designer lighting, and large outdoor porch over looking the pool. An inviting entry leads to a custom kitchen/dining area with large island. Near the sliding glass doors to the porch is a wet bar. A glass enclosed wine cooler separates the kitchen/dining area from the living room, which includes a fireplace with built-ins.

Estimated Completion Date: May 1, 2026

For more details, visit our website: https://coastalluxuryhomes.com/home-search/listings/7671149088481572996-189-Station-18th-Street

Let us know if you would like to request a private tour.

Exclusively listed by Chip Warley of Premier Properties Charleston.

01/18/2026

Featured Property – 3206 Jasper Boulevard, Sullivan's Island SC, 29482

4 bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms | 3,553 SF

Asking - $13,950,000

Located on Conch Creek's deepwater corridor, this exceptional Sullivan's Island residence occupies a private, peninsula-like setting just nine docks from Breach Inlet, offering the rare advantage of true deep water. With water on three sides, no neighbor to the right, and an adjacent open space that will remain undeveloped, the property delivers an extraordinary sense of openness, privacy, and uninterrupted connection to its natural surroundings--where deepwater access, calm creek living, and proximity to the inlet converge seamlessly.

For more details, visit our website: https://coastalluxuryhomes.com/home-search/listings/7671495379313547110-3206-Jasper-Boulevard

Let us know if you would like to request a private tour.

Exclusively listed by Alex Brener of Carolina One Real Estate.

01/18/2026

Monthly Indicators - December 2025

Overview
• The U.S. existing home sales showed a slight increase in December 2025, marking the third consecutive monthly rise, although year-over-year sales declined. Key metrics such as new listings, pending sales, and median sales prices all experienced notable changes.

Existing Home Sales Trends
• December 2025 sales rose 0.5% to 4.13 million, but down 1.0% year-over-year.
• Sales increased in the Northeast and South, remained unchanged in the West, and declined in the Midwest.
• Year-over-year sales were flat in the Northeast and South, with declines in the Midwest and West.

New Listings and Pending Sales
• New listings increased by 14.6% to 1,351 in December 2025.
• Pending sales surged by 21.0% to 1,229, indicating a strong demand.
• Year-to-date new listings rose by 7.3% compared to 2024.

Median Sales Price and Inventory
• The median sales price rose 4.7% to $434,020 in December 2025.
• Inventory grew by 8.9% to 4,489 units, reflecting ongoing tightness in housing supply.
• The national median existing-home price increased 1.2% year-over-year to $409,200.

Days on Market and Affordability Index
• Average days on market increased by 12.0% to 56 days.
• The housing affordability index rose by 1.4% to 75, indicating improved affordability.
• The months supply of inventory increased by 7.1% to 3.0 months, suggesting a slight easing in market conditions.

Source: Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service

12/04/2025

Featured Property – 2870 Ion Avenue, Sullivan's Island, SC 29482

5 bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | 3,740 SF

Asking - $6,500,000

Gorgeous new luxury home Designed by local architect Joel Adrian of Studio 291, and built by Rhodes Residential Builders, situated on a corner lot on the northern end of the island, in a quiet area between Stations 28 1/2 and 29..

For more details, visit our website: https://coastalluxuryhomes.com/home-search/listings/767148158818726302-2870-Ion-Avenue

Let us know if you would like to request a private tour.

Exclusively listed by Chip Warley of Premier Properties Charleston.

11/28/2025

Some macro luxury trends per Realtor.com for October 2025:
• National luxury prices softened, with the 90th-percentile threshold slipping 2.2% Y0Y to $1.22 million, as ultraluxury ticked up 1.0% MoM to $5.41 million.
• Luxury homes sold faster than last year across most tiers, with the 90th percentile moving 3 days faster YoY, narrowing the historical gap between luxury and typical listings.

Locally for the Charleston market:
• Charleston luxury prices dropped by double-digits (-13.1% YoY) accompanied by faster sales (-13.9% YoY) signaling that our luxury segments are correcting effectively to reignite transaction volume.

Full article: https://www.realtor.com/research/october-2025-luxury/

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