Christopher Louviere - Charleston SC Realtor

09/11/2026

🏡 Charleston Real Estate Market Update | Sept. 4–10

Another week of Charleston real estate numbers is in, and there’s something interesting happening beneath the surface.

220 homes went under contract across the Charleston area this week, including 166 single-family detached homes.

That’s fewer contracts than we’ve seen in recent weeks, but the homes that are going under contract are telling a different story.

The median list price for detached homes jumped to $550,000, while median days on market dropped to just 34 days.

A quick look around the area:

📍 Mount Pleasant: 25 homes | $975K median
📍 James Island: 9 homes | $750K median
📍 Johns Island: 9 homes | $649K median
📍 West Ashley: 23 homes | $545K median
📍 Summerville/Ladson: 26 homes | $369K median
📍 Hanahan/Goose Creek/Moncks Corner: 34 homes | $458K median

And zooming out is important.

Through August, Charleston-area residential sales are up 4.8% compared with last year, while the median sales price is up 2.2% to $450,000.

So yes, weekly contract activity has pulled back recently. But that doesn’t mean buyers have disappeared. Homes are still selling, and the right price and positioning matter more than ever.

If you’re wondering what these numbers actually mean for your neighborhood or your home, reach out. I’m always happy to dig into the local data with you.

Local Knowledge. Honest Advice. Real Results.
Christopher Louviere | REALTOR®
Southern Real Estate LLC

09/04/2026

🏡 Charleston Area Weekly Real Estate Update

Buyer activity cooled a little this week, continuing the slowdown we’ve seen over the last few weeks.

243 residential properties went under contract across MLS areas 11–78.

Of those, 184 were single-family detached homes, with a median list price of $492,000, $243/sq. ft., and a median of 43 cumulative days on market.

A few numbers that stood out:

• 32 homes over $1M went under contract, including 15 over $2M and 8 over $3M
• James Island: 11 homes | median $775K
• Johns Island: 12 | median $695K
• West Ashley: 14 | median $577K
• North Charleston: 18 | median $362K
• Mount Pleasant: 16 | median $867K
• Summerville/Ladson: 32 | median $350K
• Hanahan/Goose Creek/Moncks Corner: 56 | median $365K

We also saw 56 condos and townhomes go under contract this week.

For some perspective, total contracts have moved from 276 → 265 → 244 → 243 over the last four weeks. So yes, we’re seeing activity cool as summer winds down, but 243 buyers still put properties under contract this week.

And luxury buyers haven’t disappeared. More than 17% of the detached homes that went under contract were listed above $1 million.

The Charleston market isn’t one market. Activity can look very different depending on the neighborhood, property type, and price point. That’s why I pay much more attention to what’s happening locally than to the national headlines.

Thinking about buying or selling? I’m always happy to talk through what these numbers actually mean for your part of the market.

Local Knowledge. Honest Advice. Real Results.

08/28/2026

Charleston real estate slowed down a little this week, but buyers definitely haven’t disappeared. 🏡

244 residential properties went under contract across the Charleston-area MLS this past week, down from 265 the week before and 271 two weeks ago.

Of those, 197 were single-family homes with a median list price of $520,000 and a median of $247/sq. ft.

But the part of this week’s numbers that really caught my attention is the luxury market.

💰 44 homes went under contract above $1 million
💰 16 were above $2 million
💰 12 were above $3 million

That means more than 1 out of every 5 single-family homes that went under contract this week was listed above $1 million.

Mount Pleasant had 23 homes go under contract with a median list price of $1.15M, and 14 of those were above $1M. Johns Island had 12, with a surprisingly strong $972K median and six above $1M.

Closer to the more affordable end of the market, Summerville/Ladson recorded 49 single-family contracts with a $365K median, while the Hanahan/Goose Creek/Moncks Corner areas recorded another 48 with a $420K median.

So while overall contract volume has pulled back over the last couple of weeks, I wouldn’t characterize the Charleston market as quiet. Buyers are still making moves across a very wide range of price points, and the continued strength at the upper end is particularly notable.

As always, real estate is incredibly local. What is happening in Mount Pleasant can look very different from Summerville, West Ashley, Johns Island, or Moncks Corner.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling and want to know what the numbers look like in your specific neighborhood, I’d be happy to dig into them.

Local Knowledge. Honest Advice. Real Results.

08/26/2026

🍂 September in the Lowcountry

September is almost here! While Charleston may not exactly feel like fall just yet, one of my favorite things about this time of year is how much there is to do around the Lowcountry.

From live music and festivals to farmers markets, theater, outdoor events, and some of our favorite local traditions, September has a packed calendar. I’ve rounded up some highlights below, along with a quick update on what’s happening in Charleston real estate and our local economy.

🎭 Happening Around Charleston This Month

The Wizard of Oz
Historic Dock Street Theatre • Through September 27

Grease
Queen Street Playhouse • Through September 13

MOJA Arts Festival
September 24 – October 4
Charleston’s annual celebration of African-American and Caribbean arts and culture returns with music, dance, theater, visual arts, food, and events throughout the city.

Freshfields Village at Kiawah
• Farmers Market every Monday
• Bingo & Movie Night every Wednesday
• Live Music on the Village Green every Friday

Food Truck Fridays
Kiawah Island Municipal Center

Charleston Farmers Market
Marion Square • Saturdays

West Ashley Farmers Market
Ackerman Park • Wednesday afternoons

North Charleston Farmers Market
Park Circle Pavilion • Thursdays

Charleston RiverDogs
The RiverDogs wrap up their regular season at The Joe with a final homestand September 1–6. Potential playoff games follow in September, so baseball season may not be over just yet!

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📅 September Calendar

September 2
• The War and Treaty | The Refinery

September 3
• Yappy Hour | James Island County Park

September 4–6
• Lowcountry Jazz Festival | Gaillard Center

September 5
• 2nd Annual Taco & Margarita Festival | North Charleston Riverfront Park
• Sunrise Yoga with Alex Rogers | Kiawah Beachwalker Park
• The Movement & Pepper High Tide Summer Tour | The Refinery

September 6
• The Hayley Williams Show | Credit One Stadium
• Collie Buddz | The Refinery
• NEEDTOBREATHE | Firefly Distillery
• Orleans | West Beach Conference Center, Kiawah

September 9
• Film in Focus: Taxi Driver | Gibbes Museum of Art
• Monet & Mimosas | Gibbes Museum of Art

September 10
• Billy Currington & Kip Moore | Firefly Distillery
• Nurse John: Against Medical Advice | North Charleston PAC
• Starlight Yoga | Mount Pleasant Pier

September 11
• Dancing on the Pier | Mount Pleasant Pier
• Collective Soul | The Refinery
• Rat Pack Tribute | Charleston Music Hall

September 12
• Psycodelics & Dangermuffin | The Refinery
• Charleston Battery Soccer
• Lowtide Festival | North Charleston Riverfront Park
• Park Circle Oktoberfest | Park Circle

September 13
• 2nd Sunday on King Street
• Dog Day Afternoon | Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark
• Monet & Mimosas | Gibbes Museum of Art

September 14–15
• Little Feat & Shovels and Rope | Charleston Music Hall

September 17
• Dan Marsh & the Cosmic Sailors | Folly River Park
• Isle of Palms Farmers Market
• Zac Brown Band | Credit One Stadium
• Asleep at the Wheel | Charleston Music Hall

September 18
• B**r From Here | South Carolina Aquarium
• Moonlight Mixer | Folly Beach Pier
• Movies in the Park | Gahagan Park
• Disco Inferno with the South Carolina Ballet | Charleston Music Hall

September 19
• Ashley McBryde | The Refinery
• Cars & Coffee | Freshfields Village
• Piano Legends with the Charleston Jazz Orchestra | Charleston Music Hall
• Sweet Tea Festival | Hutchinson Square, Summerville

September 25
• A Charleston Carnival with the Charleston Symphony | Gaillard Center
• Home Team BBQ 20th Anniversary | 126 Williman Street
• Jed Harrelson | The Refinery

September 26
• A Charleston Carnival with the Charleston Symphony | Gaillard Center
• 4th Annual Holy City Homegrown Festival | Charleston Pour House
• Birds of a Feather | Caw Caw Interpretive Center
• Bluegrass, BBQ & Brews | Magnolia Plantation
• New Jack Swing with Charlton Singleton | Charleston Music Hall
• Travis Tritt | North Charleston PAC

September 27
• Jazz Jam | Charleston Jazz Academy
• LinkU Invitational Basketball Tournament | Credit One Stadium

September 28
• Lang Lang with the Charleston Symphony | Gaillard Center

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🏡 Charleston Real Estate Update

The Charleston real estate market continues to show resilience in 2026.

Through July, closed transactions were up approximately 5% compared with the same period in 2025, while the median closed sales price increased approximately 2.4%.

The median price of homes and condos across the Charleston market is now around $452,000. Condos and townhomes make up roughly 25% of our market. Looking specifically at single-family detached homes, the median price is naturally a little higher at approximately $488,000.

We did see the market cool somewhat from June to July, with July transactions down approximately 15% month-over-month.

What does that mean locally?

Charleston continues to benefit from population growth, job creation, and the lifestyle that keeps attracting people to the Lowcountry. At the same time, interest rates and affordability remain important factors for buyers.

One thing I always emphasize is that there really isn’t one single “Charleston real estate market.”

What’s happening in Summerville can look very different from Mount Pleasant. West Ashley can behave differently from Johns Island. Even two neighborhoods a few miles apart can have very different inventory levels, buyer demand, days on market, and pricing trends.

That’s why the local numbers matter.

If you’ve ever wondered what your home might be worth in today’s market, or just want to know what’s happening specifically in your neighborhood, reach out anytime. I’m always happy to pull the numbers and give you an honest assessment. No sales pitch required.

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📈 Growth Around the Lowcountry

Charleston’s broader economy continues to bring new investment and jobs to the region.

Hutchinson Apartments at Nexton recently opened with 324 residential units, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, game room, walking trail, and pet park.

Translucent Solar is investing approximately $15.7 million in a new Dorchester County manufacturing facility. The 1.2-gigawatt solar panel factory is expected to create 167 new jobs and become operational by the end of 2026.

Trison Wells is investing approximately $3.37 million to expand its Walterboro operations, creating 30 new jobs in Colleton County.

IEB Americas, a battery charging and power supply company, is investing approximately $1.5 million in Charleston County and creating 30 new jobs. The North Charleston facility will be the company’s first major production operation in North America.

These investments, along with continued development in places like Nexton, are part of the bigger picture shaping housing demand and growth throughout the Charleston region.

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❤️ Enjoy September!

Whether you’re catching a concert, heading downtown for 2nd Sunday, visiting a farmers market, cheering on the RiverDogs, or joining us here in Summerville for the Sweet Tea Festival, I hope you find something fun to enjoy this month.

One of the things I love most about living here is that there is always something happening somewhere around the Lowcountry.

And, as always, if there’s ever anything I can do for you, whether it’s answering a real estate question, helping you understand what’s happening in your neighborhood, or connecting you with a trusted local resource, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

I hope you and your family have a wonderful September!

Christopher Louviere, Realtor®
Southern Real Estate LLC

Local Knowledge. Honest Advice. Real Results.

08/22/2026

Another solid week for the Charleston real estate market.

This past week, 265 homes went under contract across the Charleston MLS, including 213 single-family homes and 44 condos/townhomes.

A few things that stood out:
• Mount Pleasant led the way with 37 homes under contract, including 18 priced over $1 million.
• Hanahan, Goose Creek, and Moncks Corner continued to see strong demand with 61 homes going under contract.
• Johns Island remained active with 13 homes under contract.
• The median list price for single-family homes under contract increased to $535,000, with 49 homes over $1 million.

While total contract activity was just slightly below the previous week, buyer demand remains healthy across much of the Lowcountry, especially in the higher-end market.

Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just curious about what’s happening in your neighborhood, I’m always happy to help make sense of the numbers.

Local Knowledge. Honest Advice. Real Results.

08/14/2026

This week brought another encouraging sign for the Charleston-area housing market, with 271 residential properties going under contract across MLS areas 11-78. That’s another week of solid buyer activity despite higher interest rates, showing that well-priced homes continue to attract attention.

A few highlights that stood out:

🏡 West Ashley remained one of the busiest markets with 25 single-family homes going under contract, including 6 priced over $1 million, showing strong demand at both entry-level and luxury price points.

📍 Mount Pleasant saw 29 homes go under contract, with a median list price of $1.05 million. More than half of those sales, 15 homes, were listed over $1 million.

🌴 Daniel Island had such a strong week it earned its own category in the report. Eight homes went under contract, ranging from $1.2 million to $10 million, with a median list price of $2.5 million.

💰 North Charleston continues to offer some of the area’s most affordable opportunities. Nineteen homes went under contract, starting at $149,000, with a median list price of $400,000.

🌳 Summerville, Ladson, and surrounding communities stayed busy with 52 single-family homes going under contract. The median list price was just $368,000, reinforcing why these areas continue to attract many first-time buyers and growing families.

📊 Looking at the bigger picture, the Charleston market continues to favor sellers overall. The region is sitting at 3.2 months of inventory, well below the roughly 6 months typically considered a balanced market. Several of our strongest markets, including West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, James Island, Daniel Island, and Wando/Cainhoy, remain below 3 months of inventory.

Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the market, understanding these local trends can help you make better decisions.

Local Knowledge. Honest Advice. Real Results.

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08/12/2026

Hello, and welcome!

I’m Christopher Louviere, a Charleston native and licensed REALTOR® with Southern Real Estate. Since 2015, I’ve had the privilege of helping buyers, sellers, investors, and military families navigate the Charleston Tri-County real estate market.

This page is where I’ll be sharing local market updates, neighborhood highlights, real estate tips, behind-the-scenes moments, and, of course, some incredible homes from around the Lowcountry.

Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, invest, or you’re simply interested in what’s happening in our local market, I hope you’ll find value here.

Thank you for following along. I’m excited to share my passion for Charleston real estate with you!

08/11/2026

📊 Charleston Real Estate Market Update | Year-to-Date Through July 2026

If you’ve been following the national headlines, you might think the housing market has slowed to a crawl.

Here in the Charleston area, the data tells a much more balanced story.

While today’s market isn’t moving at the record-breaking pace we experienced during the pandemic, it’s actually having a stronger year than many people realize.

🏡 Residential sales are up 5% compared to this point last year, with more than 10,300 homes sold across the Charleston MLS.

💰 The median sales price has increased 2.4%, reaching just over $452,000.

Even more impressive…

If we look only at single-family detached homes, the median sales price has climbed 9%, from approximately $448,000 to $488,000. That’s a much stronger indicator of our traditional housing market.

📍Several areas are seeing especially strong activity this year, including:
• West Ashley (Area 13)
• Johns Island
• Mount Pleasant South
• Downtown Charleston
• Summerville
• Daniel Island
• Wando/Cainhoy

On the other hand, a few Berkeley County areas have seen fewer transactions than last year. Many of these communities have been driven by new construction over the past several years, so a slowdown there is likely more reflective of changing inventory than weakening demand.

📉 July did see about 15% fewer closings than June, but that’s actually a fairly normal seasonal trend. Historically, transaction volume tends to taper off as we move toward the fall and winter months.

🏠 Inventory has increased to 3.2 months, giving buyers more options than they’ve had in recent years. Even so, 27 of our 32 MLS areas still have less than five months of inventory, meaning most of the Charleston region continues to favor sellers.

My biggest takeaway?

The Charleston market isn’t crashing.

It isn’t experiencing another pandemic-style frenzy either.

Instead, we’re seeing something much healthier.

✅ Buyers have more choices.
✅ Sellers are still seeing appreciation.
✅ Sales are higher than they were this time last year.
✅ The market is steadily returning to a more balanced, sustainable pace.

Sometimes it doesn’t feel that way because many of us naturally compare today’s market to the extraordinary years of 2020-2022. The reality is that compared to the past two years, 2026 is shaping up to be a stronger year for Charleston real estate.

If you’re curious about what’s happening specifically in your neighborhood or what your home might be worth in today’s market, I’d be happy to help. As always, there’s never any obligation.

08/07/2026

🏡 CHARLESTON AREA REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE | AUGUST 7, 2026

🚨 The biggest surprise this week?

Last October, there were 940 new construction homes under contract across the Charleston area.

Today, there are just 164.

That’s a drop from 40% of all pending homes to just 11% of the market.

If that trend continues, it could have long-term implications for buyers, sellers, and investors alike.

Now let’s dive into this week’s numbers…

We had another pretty solid week of buyer activity across the Charleston market.

As expected, activity has come down from the stronger spring and early summer months. That’s a normal seasonal pattern as we move toward the end of the year. What I find encouraging is that 2026 continues to hold up pretty well compared with the last couple of years.

This week, 262 residential properties went under contract across the Charleston-area market. That’s compared with 214 during the comparable week in 2025 and 253 in 2024. Year-to-date, we’ve had 9,601 properties go under contract, compared with 8,968 at this point last year and 9,363 in 2024.

So while this is certainly not the frenzied market we experienced a few years ago, buyers are still buying.

📊 This Week at a Glance
• 262 residential properties under contract
• 203 single-family homes
• Median list price: $515,000
• Median price per square foot: $252
• Median cumulative days on market: 41 days
• 46 homes listed over $1 million
• 12 homes listed over $2 million
• 5 homes listed over $3 million
• 50 condos and townhomes also went under contract

📍 Around the Lowcountry
• James Island: 7 homes (Median $600K)
• Johns Island: 15 homes (Median $610K)
• West Ashley: 19 homes (Median $550K)
• North Charleston: 17 homes (Median $325K)
• Mount Pleasant: 33 homes (Median $1.2M), with 19 over $1 million
• Charleston Peninsula: 6 homes (Median $1.1M)
• Summerville/Ladson: 35 homes (Median $375K)
• Hanahan/Goose Creek/Moncks Corner: 57 homes (Median $415K), including 14 in Cane Bay

🏗️ Let’s Talk New Construction

This is the trend I’m watching most closely.

On October 14, 2025, there were 2,340 homes under contract, and 940 of them were new construction.

Today, there are 1,464 homes under contract, and only 164 are new construction.

That’s a remarkable shift.

It’s happening throughout much of our region, especially in some of our fastest-growing communities where builders have significantly fewer homes in the pipeline than they did just 10 months ago.

Meanwhile, short sales and foreclosures remain almost nonexistent, making up less than 2% of the homes currently under contract.

So what does this mean?

Maybe higher interest rates slowed buyer demand.

Maybe builders pulled back because demand softened.

Maybe it’s a little of both.

Either way, the numbers are the numbers. We have substantially fewer homes under contract than we did last fall, and a dramatically smaller percentage of those are new construction.

💡 What does this mean for you?

🏠 Buyers: You have more negotiating power than you did a few years ago, but don’t mistake a balanced market for a slow one. More than 200 single-family homes went under contract this week alone.

🏡 Sellers: Buyers are still out there, but they’re more selective. Proper pricing, preparation, and marketing matter more than ever.

📈 Investors: If new construction continues to slow while our region keeps growing, today’s numbers could eventually translate into tighter inventory and increased demand for existing homes.

One of the reasons I enjoy sharing these updates is because there isn’t one simple answer to the question, “How’s the market?”

A $375,000 home in Summerville is operating in a very different market than a $1.5 million home in Mount Pleasant, a downtown condo, or a new construction home in Berkeley County.

Real estate is hyperlocal.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, investing, or you’re simply curious about what’s happening in your neighborhood, I’d love to help you make sense of the numbers.

📲 Feel free to reach out anytime!

06/01/2026

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