The South Carolina Housing Market Report for July 2025 reveals a dynamic shift in supply and demand trends across the state, with notable changes in listings, sales, and inventory. Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or investor, staying on top of these shifts is essential to making the best real estate decisions.

National Housing Highlights

  • New-Home Sales: U.S. new-home sales increased 0.6% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 627,000 units, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. However, sales were still down 6.6% compared to July 2024.

  • Pricing Trends: The median sales price for new homes fell 4.9% month-over-month to $401,800, marking a 2.9% decline year-over-year.

  • Existing-Home Sales: Nationally, existing-home sales decreased 2.7% month-over-month, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.93 million (National Association of REALTORS®).

📊 Read the full National Market Report here

South Carolina Market Overview

South Carolina continues to show resilience, with significant growth in new listings and pending sales, a positive indicator of increased activity in our local market.

  • New Listings: Up 23.8% to 1,816 units.

  • Pending Sales: Up 13.9% to 1,315 contracts.

  • Inventory Growth: Housing supply expanded 38.5%, totaling 3,490 active units statewide.

This increase in inventory offers buyers more options, while sellers will need to remain competitive on pricing and presentation to stand out.

📈 View your Local Columbia Market Report here

What This Means for Buyers

With inventory rising and prices showing signs of softening, buyers may find increased negotiating power this summer. The boost in housing supply gives you more opportunities to find the right home without the bidding wars that have defined the past few years.

What This Means for Sellers

Sellers still benefit from strong buyer demand, but with more homes hitting the market, it’s critical to price strategically and prepare homes thoroughly for showings. Staging, curb appeal, and competitive pricing will help secure offers faster.

Call to Action

📌 Are you curious about what these changes mean for your neighborhood or your home’s value? The RMF Realty Team is here to guide you through every step of buying or selling in today’s market.

👉 Contact us today to schedule your personalized market consultation

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