The story of this market
The typical home in Charleston, South Carolina sells for about $647,587, or $325 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 50 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
-0.3%
SC · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Charleston, South Carolina
The Charleston housing market remains resilient, characterized by steady price appreciation and high demand despite elevated interest rates. Inventory levels are slowly increasing, which is helping to moderate the rapid price growth seen in previous years. The market is driven by strong regional economic growth and a consistent influx of new residents.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Charleston yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 4 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 2.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0.25% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 11.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Frankie's of Charleston4.413.7 mi
- Childrens Museum of the Lowcountry4.40.5 mi
- Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark4.615.1 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.312.9 mi
- Charleston Fun Park4.210.6 mi
- Magnolia Plantation and Gardens4.511.2 mi
- Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens4.68.2 mi
- North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center4.57.7 mi
- Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum4.81.6 mi
- Credit One Stadium4.65.6 mi
- Charleston City Market4.50.2 mi
- Rainbow Row4.60.6 mi
- South Carolina Aquarium4.50.7 mi
- Angel Oak Tree4.79.8 mi
- Magnolia Plantation and Gardens4.511.2 mi
- Charleston City Market4.50.2 mi
- Rainbow Row4.60.6 mi
- Angel Oak Tree4.79.8 mi
- Magnolia Plantation and Gardens4.511.2 mi
- Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens4.68.2 mi
- James Island County Park4.84.8 mi
- Waterfront Park4.70.5 mi
- Riverfront Park4.76.2 mi
- White Point Garden4.70.9 mi
- Folly Beach Pier4.78.9 mi
- Isle of Palms Marina4.610.1 mi
- Safe Harbor Charleston City4.61.1 mi
- St. Johns Yacht Harbor4.65.2 mi
- Bohicket Marina & Market4.617.9 mi
- Carolina Yacht Club4.70.7 mi
- Topgolf Charleston4.17.7 mi
- City of Charleston Municipal Golf Course4.24 mi
- Dunes West Golf and River Club4.512 mi
- Shadowmoss Golf & Country Club49.3 mi
- Links At Stono Ferry4.413.4 mi
- Charleston City Market4.50.2 mi
- Tanger Outlets Charleston4.58 mi
- Northwoods Mall4.112.9 mi
- Citadel Mall3.75.9 mi
- Harris Teeter4.50.2 mi
- Charleston International Airport4.49.7 mi
- The Club CHS4.29.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A historic defensive seawall and promenade that offers iconic views of the harbor and serves as a major tourist and resident attraction.
A large regional park featuring trails, water activities, and camping, serving as a primary outdoor recreation hub for the city.
The city's premier commercial corridor, known for high-end retail, historic architecture, and a dense concentration of restaurants.
Charleston attracts a diverse mix of affluent retirees, young professionals in the tech and medical sectors, and families seeking a high quality of life. The city is particularly well-suited for those who prioritize historic charm, coastal access, and a vibrant cultural scene over affordability.
The city is served by the Charleston County School District, which offers a mix of highly-rated magnet schools and varying performance levels across neighborhood campuses. Educational quality is a primary driver of residential demand in suburban-adjacent areas.
The city relies on a network of major highways including I-26 and US-17, which face significant congestion during peak hours. Public transit is limited, with the city currently exploring expanded bus rapid transit options to improve connectivity.
Charleston offers a world-class amenity base centered on its historic downtown, extensive waterfront parks, and proximity to coastal beaches. Residents enjoy a high density of cultural institutions, fine dining, and recreational access to the Ashley and Cooper Rivers.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited supply, particularly in the historic peninsula and near major employment hubs. Short-term rental regulations are strictly enforced, which has stabilized long-term inventory but kept upward pressure on monthly rents.
The economy is anchored by the Port of Charleston, a robust tourism industry, and a growing presence in the aerospace and automotive sectors. Major employers include the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Boeing.
Economic momentum is driven by a robust tourism sector, a growing aerospace and automotive manufacturing base, and significant port-related logistics. Infrastructure projects, including major bridge and drainage improvements, are ongoing to support rapid population growth.
Development is heavily focused on infill projects within the peninsula and master-planned communities in the outer reaches of the city. Strict zoning and historic preservation ordinances significantly influence the pace and style of new construction.
Parcels are subject to various special tax districts, including school district levies, municipal service districts, and specific flood control or drainage improvement districts.
Charleston experiences property crime rates that are higher than the national average, though violent crime remains concentrated in specific neighborhoods. Regional trends show a stabilization in overall crime reports compared to the post-pandemic surge.
The city faces significant flood and storm surge risks due to its low-lying coastal geography and tidal influence. Insurance premiums are rising, and property owners are increasingly required to carry flood insurance and invest in mitigation.
The property insurance market is challenging due to high coastal hazard exposure, leading to rising premiums and a reliance on state-backed wind pools for many properties.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (South Carolina) — Property Tax Assessment Ratio: Property tax is calculated by multiplying the fair market value by an assessment ratio, then applying the local millage rate. The assessment ratio is 4% for owner-occupied legal residences and 6% for other real property.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and Census Reporter profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.