Katie Jordan, Realtor at Coldwell Banker Caine

Katie Jordan, Realtor at Coldwell Banker Caine Real Estate Agent in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

National headlines say the market’s “cooling.” That’s not the Upstate story. Greenville-Anderson-Greer’s median list pri...
09/22/2026

National headlines say the market’s “cooling.” That’s not the Upstate story.
Greenville-Anderson-Greer’s median list price sits at $379,900. Spartanburg’s median sale price is $230,000, homes there are moving in 47 days at 98.68% of asking with only 1.16 months of supply.
The national median list price? $424,500. We’re not just cheaper, we’re structurally different.
Spartanburg’s stability is coming from the BMW-anchored manufacturing corridor keeping real jobs and real demand in place, not speculation.
A national headline can’t tell you what’s happening in Greenville, Spartanburg, Greer, Boiling Springs, Landrum, or Woodruff. Only local data can.

09/11/2026

Spartanburg County isn’t just affordable—it’s a place where you can actually build the life you want.

Great schools. Strong community. Room to grow. And you’re still close to everything.

If you’ve been thinking about making a move, let’s talk about which Spartanburg County neighborhood is the right fit for you.

Katie Jordan, REALTOR®
📍 Spartanburg, SC
📱 864.918.9772
📧 Contact for details
🏠 Your Spartanburg County Realtor

If a buyer finds a $5k issue on inspection, it used to be a fight for a repair credit, argue over contractors, and delay...
09/09/2026

If a buyer finds a $5k issue on inspection, it used to be a fight for a repair credit, argue over contractors, and delayed closing.

That’s not the case anymore. Spartanburg homes are averaging 55 days on market right now, up from 50 in May. That’s real leverage. But instead of spending it on cosmetic fixes, put that $5k toward a rate buydown instead. Here is what the savings look like:

$300k loan, permanent buydown scenario:
Without buydown: 7% rate → ~$1,996/month principal & interest
With $5k buydown: 6.5% rate → ~$1,896/month principal & interest
Monthly savings: ~$100
Over 30 years: ~$36,000 saved on a $5k investment
Even a more conservative 0.25% shift (7% → 6.75%) still saves roughly $18,000-20,000 over the life of the loan.

Compare that to a repair credit: that $5k fixes one issue and it’s gone. The buydown keeps paying you back every single month for the next three decades.

Thinking about buying in Spartanburg? DM me “BUYDOWN” and we can chat about your numbers!

*Mortgage rates, terms, payments, and available buydown options vary based on individual qualifications, lender guidelines, loan programs, market conditions, and other factors. Any rates or examples shared are for illustrative purposes only and are not a commitment to lend. Please consult a licensed mortgage broker or lender for current rates, eligibility, costs, and actual loan terms specific to your situation.

09/04/2026

Buying a home isn’t just about having a place to live.

For a lot of people, it’s one of the most powerful wealth-building moves they’ll ever make.

A recent Realtor.com study found that people who purchase a home by age 30 have, on average, a 22.5% higher net worth by age 50 than those who wait until their 40s.

🏡 Average net worth difference: $119,000
⏳ Timeline that matters: buying by 30 vs. waiting until your 40s
💰 Long-term impact: wealth that can extend across generations

Does that mean everyone should rush out and buy tomorrow? No.

Every financial situation is different, and homeownership isn’t the right fit for every season of life.

But it is a reminder that buying a home isn’t just a monthly payment — it’s an investment in your future and your financial stability.

The goal isn’t to perfectly time the market. It’s to be prepared when the right opportunity comes.

If homeownership is on your radar in the next few years, let’s start building a plan.

Nationally, buyers are hearing “market’s slowing down.” In Spartanburg County? 1.16 months of inventory and homes sellin...
09/02/2026

Nationally, buyers are hearing “market’s slowing down.” In Spartanburg County? 1.16 months of inventory and homes selling at 98.68% of asking. Why the disconnect: BMW’s $1.7B EV expansion plus a new battery plant in Woodruff isn’t just factory jobs, it’s a 3.5x employment multiplier hitting 500+ Upstate suppliers. That’s steady buyer demand nobody’s pricing in yet. Reality check: if you’re waiting for this market to soften, you’re waiting on the wrong data.

In today’s Spartanburg County market, some homes are selling quickly. Others are sitting.Here’s the difference — and it’...
08/27/2026

In today’s Spartanburg County market, some homes are selling quickly. Others are sitting.

Here’s the difference — and it’s not luck.

1️⃣ Pricing that reflects the current market, not last year’s
The market has shifted. Buyers have more options and they know it. Homes priced based on 2022 comps are the ones collecting days on market. Homes priced based on what’s actually selling right now? Those are moving.

2️⃣ Condition that removes buyer hesitation
Buyers in this market are more selective. They’re comparing your home to 5 others. The ones that feel clean, updated, and move-in ready win. You don’t need a full renovation — you need to remove the friction.

3️⃣ A first impression that works online
Most buyers decide whether to schedule a showing based on the photos alone. Professional photography isn’t optional anymore. If your listing photos don’t make someone stop scrolling, you’ve already lost them.

Get all three right and the market is still very much working for sellers.

Thinking about listing? Let’s talk about how to position your home before it goes live.

Katie Jordan, REALTOR®
📍 Spartanburg, SC
📱864-918-9772
🏠 Your Spartanburg County Realtor

JULY REALITY CHECK: Spartanburg posted 906 new listings, a $289,000 median sales price, and homes sitting 55 days on mar...
08/25/2026

JULY REALITY CHECK: Spartanburg posted 906 new listings, a $289,000 median sales price, and homes sitting 55 days on market.

That “days on market” number is the story. It’s been climbing steadily, and Spartanburg is cooling faster than Greenville right now. Here’s what that actually means for you:

BUYERS: You have room to negotiate. Don’t lead with a lowball offer, lead with terms. Rate buydowns and closing cost credits are getting more traction than repair requests right now.

SELLERS: Pricing and presentation matter more than they did a year ago. Move-in ready homes are still moving fast. Everything else is sitting. Price it right the first time.

Neither side needs to panic. Both sides need a strategy. That’s the difference between reacting to the market and using it.

Not sure which side of that you’re on right now? Reach out to Katie to build your game plan, whether you’re buying, selling, or just trying to figure out your next move.

One of the questions I get asked most often is, “Should I wait for rates to drop?”Nobody knows exactly what rates are go...
08/06/2026

One of the questions I get asked most often is, “Should I wait for rates to drop?”
Nobody knows exactly what rates are going to do next. Yes, they’ve come down from where they were. And yes, they may continue to come down. But waiting for the “perfect” rate can sometimes mean missing out on the right home, or finding yourself competing with a lot more buyers when rates do fall.
What I’m seeing right now is that buyers have more options than they’ve had in a while. Inventory has improved, homes are taking a little longer to sell, and in many cases buyers have more room to negotiate than they did a few years ago. That’s why I always encourage people to focus less on trying to time the market and more on whether the move makes sense for their life.
Can you comfortably afford the payment? Does buying help you reach your goals? Have you found a home that fits what you’re looking for?
Those questions matter a lot more than trying to predict where rates will be six months from now.
Every situation is different, and that’s why there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.
If you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy, let’s talk through it together.

Let’s kill this myth right now.“Summer is a bad time to buy a home.”I hear this constantly — and it’s just not true. Her...
08/03/2026

Let’s kill this myth right now.

“Summer is a bad time to buy a home.”

I hear this constantly — and it’s just not true. Here’s the reality:

Yes, summer brings more competition. But it also brings more listings, more motivated sellers, and more clarity on what you actually want before fall hits.

In Spartanburg, SC, homes are still moving. Waiting for the “perfect” market moment is how buyers end up watching the same homes sell twice while they sit on the sidelines.

And sellers? Summer buyers are serious. They’re not browsing — they’re ready to move.

The best time to buy or sell isn’t a season. It’s when the numbers make sense for YOUR situation.

That’s what I’m here to help you figure out.

DM me “READY” and let’s have a real conversation. 📲

Mid-Year Reality Check: Spartanburg County Housing Market 🏡Here's what the numbers actually look like at the halfway poi...
07/23/2026

Mid-Year Reality Check: Spartanburg County Housing Market 🏡

Here's what the numbers actually look like at the halfway point of 2026:

📊 Median Sales Price: $284,000
📅 Avg. Days on Market: 66 days
💰 Homes priced right are still selling at ~98.8% of asking price
📈 Inventory is up — and growing every month

The headline isn't "buyer's market" or "seller's market." It's hyperlocal.

What that means for you:
→ Buyers have more choices and more room to negotiate than they've had in years
→ Sellers who price competitively and show well are still winning
→ The homes sitting? Almost always a pricing or presentation issue

Spartanburg's long-term fundamentals — population growth, corporate investment, relocation activity — haven't changed. The market has just gotten more strategic.

Questions about where you stand? Drop a comment or send me a message. 👇

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Spartanburg, SC
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