09/14/2026
🏡 Monday Morning Charleston Real Estate Update
Greater Charleston Area | September 14, 2026
Considering a move to Charleston? The regional market is giving relocating buyers more choices and additional time to compare homes, neighborhoods and commute options.
📊 Latest Market Snapshot
• Median sales price: $449,918 — up 4.6% year over year
• Homes available: 5,697 — up 4.7%
• Closed sales: 1,698 — down 1.8%
• Pending sales: 1,689 — up 6.4%
• Average days on market: 47 — up 4.4%
📍 Popular Relocation Destinations
Mount Pleasant: Coastal living, convenient access to downtown Charleston and the beaches, extensive shopping and recreation. Buyers should expect some of the region’s highest prices.
Summerville: More space for the money, abundant new construction and popular master-planned communities such as Nexton, Summers Corner and The Ponds. Consider the I-26 commute when choosing a location.
Charleston and West Ashley: Established neighborhoods, proximity to downtown and a wide range of housing styles. Insurance, flood zones and renovation costs can vary considerably by property.
Johns Island and James Island: Popular for buyers seeking a relaxed Lowcountry setting with access to downtown and Folly Beach. Traffic, infrastructure and future development are important considerations.
Goose Creek and Moncks Corner: Generally more attainable pricing, expanding communities and convenient access to major Berkeley County employers.
North Charleston and Hanahan: Central positioning near employment centers, the airport, interstates and Park Circle, with housing options across multiple price points.
📰 Growth to Watch
Dorchester County is preparing for substantial residential growth, while major projects proposed in Berkeley County could add thousands of homes. New employment investments along the I-26 corridor should continue supporting demand in Summerville, Ridgeville, Goose Creek and Moncks Corner.
🔑 Relocation takeaway: Charleston is not one uniform market. Prices, flood exposure, insurance costs, commute times and lifestyle can change dramatically within a short distance. Explore several areas before deciding where to purchase.
Relocating to the Charleston area? I can help you compare communities, understand the market and build a move that fits your priorities.