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SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920

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

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC real estate market (29920) currently shows 180 active listings, with 41 pending sales. Homes are averaging 144 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 144 days on market compared to 109 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.9% year-over-year, from $649,500 to $694,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,482  ·  Density: 41.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,025

Typical home value: $288,751  ·  Homeownership: 88.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
180
⇧ 5.9% vs 170 last year
Pending
41
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$694,500
⇧ 6.9% vs $649,500 last year
Average Price
$818,839
⇧ 0.8% vs $812,020 last year
Days on Market
144
⇧ 32.1% vs 109 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$391
⇩ 0.5% vs $393/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,800 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 180 this year vs 170 last year
  • Days on market: 144 now vs 109 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $694,500 (+6.9% YoY)
  • Average: $818,839 (+0.8% 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 34.9 miles — 2,083 listings ($2,185,814,511 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
29920Saint Helena Island, SC 299200.0 mi171$135,804,096$648,976$794,176
29902Beaufort, SC 299028.5 mi148$104,049,180$507,000$703,035
29935Port Royal, SC 299358.7 mi33$22,016,973$524,900$667,181
29940Seabrook, SC 2994014.9 mi17$26,460,211$747,500$1,556,483
29909Okatie, SC 2990917.9 mi363$307,198,188$584,999$846,276
29928Hilton Head Island, SC 2992818.7 mi579$618,142,137$482,250$1,067,603
29941Sheldon, SC 2994119.8 mi1$260,000$260,000$260,000
29915Daufuskie Island, SC 2991525.4 mi35$33,326,790$749,000$952,194
29912Coosawhatchie, SC 2991226.9 mi1$599,999$599,999$599,999
29449Hollywood, SC 2944928.1 mi55$41,896,030$649,900$761,746
29927Hardeeville, SC 2992730.4 mi136$72,304,264$469,900$531,649
31328Tybee Island, GA 3132831.6 mi113$113,119,102$775,000$1,001,054
29455Johns Island, SC 2945534.9 mi431$710,637,541$847,500$1,648,811

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920?

As of February 2026, there are 180 active listings in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC (zip code 29920), compared to 170 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920?

The median listing price in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 is $694,500 as of February 2026, a 6.9% increase from $649,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC?

Homes in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 spend an average of 144 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 109 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 144 days on market compared to 109 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT HELENA ISLAND, SC 29920 save an estimated $13,890 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $694,500. 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.