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COLUMBIA, SC 29201

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 29201

Arsenal Hill · Arthurtown (Arthur Towne) · Cayce (Case) · Congaree Vista · Cottontown · Downtown · Earlewood · East Columbia (Columbia E.) · Elmwood Park · Gervais Street Corridor · Governor's Hill (Governors Hill) · Granby Hill (Granby Hills) · Granby Mill Village · Greek Village · Hollywood · Olympia · University Hill · Wales Garden (Whales Gardens)

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29201) currently shows 63 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 94 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 25.4% year-over-year, from $259,925 to $325,938.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 22,938  ·  Density: 768.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $33,561

Typical home value: $226,862  ·  Homeownership: 27.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
63
⇩ 21.3% vs 80 last year
Pending
23
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$325,938
⇧ 25.4% vs $259,925 last year
Average Price
$363,400
⇧ 21.9% vs $298,193 last year
Days on Market
55
⇩ 41.5% vs 94 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$221
⇧ 18.8% vs $186/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,424 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 63 this year vs 80 last year
  • Days on market: 55 now vs 94 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $325,938 (+25.4% YoY)
  • Average: $363,400 (+21.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.2 miles — 1,228 listings ($411,489,085 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29201Columbia, SC 292010.0 mi59$22,163,055$318,881$375,645
29033Cayce, SC 290332.6 mi62$17,086,766$252,400$275,593
29169West Columbia, SC 291694.0 mi71$23,810,063$265,000$335,353
29172West Columbia, SC 291725.9 mi35$8,744,785$235,000$249,851
29210Columbia, SC 292106.3 mi110$19,852,360$189,900$180,476
29203Columbia, SC 292038.2 mi126$24,871,014$175,000$197,389
29053Gaston, SC 2905311.3 mi42$10,464,090$235,000$249,145
29212Columbia, SC 2921211.9 mi140$54,463,640$284,000$389,026
29229Columbia, SC 2922913.7 mi283$86,048,980$275,000$304,060
29063Irmo, SC 2906314.7 mi182$71,248,632$315,400$391,476
29160Swansea, SC 2916016.6 mi22$9,855,076$294,950$447,958
29044Eastover, SC 2904419.4 mi12$23,870,520$294,900$1,989,210
29054Gilbert, SC 2905420.2 mi84$39,010,104$319,500$464,406

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, SC 29201?

As of February 2026, there are 63 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29201), compared to 80 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, SC 29201?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29201 is $325,938 as of February 2026, a 25.4% increase from $259,925 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in COLUMBIA, SC?

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29201 spend an average of 55 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 94 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, SC 29201?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29201 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 94 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in COLUMBIA, SC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COLUMBIA, SC 29201 save an estimated $6,519 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $325,938. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.