05/29/2026
Horry Co. vs. Georgetown Co.: What’s really happening in the Grand Strand housing market?
The data through April 30th is in, and it highlights a fascinating story of two different markets side-by-side. Depending on which side of the county line you are looking to buy or sell in, your strategy needs to adapt.
Swipe through for the quick numbers:
📍 Horry County (Myrtle Beach, Conway, North Myrtle Beach)
Average Sales Price: $370K
Inventory: 6,853 homes (+1.7% year-over-year)
Average Days on Market: 128 days (+2.4%)
Horry County continues to show a highly stable, steady environment. Inventory and time on market are ticking up slightly, giving buyers solid options and breathing room to negotiate.
📍 Georgetown County (Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island, Georgetown)
Average Sales Price: $658K
Inventory: 658 homes (+11.9% year-over-year)
Average Days on Market: 107 days (-17.1%)
Georgetown County is seeing a major influx of inventory (+11.9%), yet homes are selling significantly faster (-17.1% days on market) with a much higher average sales price point. Demand in the Lowcountry remains incredibly fierce! 📈🔥
Real estate is entirely hyper-local. What works for a seller in Pawleys Island looks completely different than what works for a buyer in Myrtle Beach.
Thinking about making a move or wondering what your property is worth in today's shifting market? Drop a comment below or send us a DM to connect with a neighborhood expert! 👇🤝