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COLUMBIA, SC 29209

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 29209

Arthurtown (Arthur Towne) · Ashwood Lake (Ashwood Lakes) · Bluff Estates (Bluffs Estate) · Brandon Acres (Cedar Terrace) · Charlestowne · East Columbia (Columbia E.) · East Lake · Eastmont · Eastway Park (E. Way Park) · Hampton Hills (Hampton Hill) · Hampton Ridge · Hampton-Wildcat (Hampton) · Heritage Woods · King's Grant (Kingsgrant) · Knollwood · Leesburg (Leesberg) · Saint Marks Wood (St. Mark's Woods) · Southeast Columbia (S. E. Columbia) · Strathaven Forest · Village Pond · Yorkshire

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, SC real estate market (29209) currently shows 165 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 57 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.2% year-over-year, from $225,000 to $241,125.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,979  ·  Density: 270.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,969

Typical home value: $174,596  ·  Homeownership: 57.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
165
⇧ 52.8% vs 108 last year
Pending
61
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$241,125
⇧ 7.2% vs $225,000 last year
Average Price
$293,717
⇧ 26.3% vs $232,507 last year
Days on Market
47
⇧ 6.8% vs 44 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$151
⇧ 2.7% vs $147/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,563 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 165 this year vs 108 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 44 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $241,125 (+7.2% YoY)
  • Average: $293,717 (+26.3% 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 20.7 miles — 1,695 listings ($615,712,904 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29209Columbia, SC 292090.0 mi156$44,116,020$240,000$282,795
29201Columbia, SC 292016.0 mi59$22,163,055$318,881$375,645
29033Cayce, SC 290336.3 mi62$17,086,766$252,400$275,593
29206Columbia, SC 292067.2 mi80$33,513,040$347,000$418,913
29169West Columbia, SC 291699.6 mi71$23,810,063$265,000$335,353
29170West Columbia, SC 2917011.1 mi105$29,960,280$261,838$285,336
29210Columbia, SC 2921012.3 mi110$19,852,360$189,900$180,476
29160Swansea, SC 2916013.5 mi22$9,855,076$294,950$447,958
29229Columbia, SC 2922915.8 mi283$86,048,980$275,000$304,060
29212Columbia, SC 2921217.8 mi140$54,463,640$284,000$389,026
29072Lexington, SC 2907218.9 mi375$194,146,500$415,000$517,724
29045Elgin, SC 2904519.6 mi210$74,592,630$310,900$355,203
29123Pelion, SC 2912320.7 mi22$6,104,494$269,995$277,477

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, SC 29209?

As of February 2026, there are 165 active listings in COLUMBIA, SC (zip code 29209), compared to 108 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, SC 29209?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, SC 29209 is $241,125 as of February 2026, a 7.2% increase from $225,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, SC 29209 spend an average of 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 44 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, SC 29209?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, COLUMBIA, SC 29209 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 57 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 44 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 29209 save an estimated $4,823 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $241,125. 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.