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East Central, SCHousing Market

East Central in Charleston is a balanced market, giving buyers and sellers room to negotiate. Homes are selling for 100% of asking price and averaging 165 days on the market, so you can make decisions without the pressure of a highly competitive market.

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Written By Carol CFeatured Writer
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Reviewed By Nicholas HReal Estate Broker
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East Central, SC Real Estate Market Snapshot
MEDIAN HOME PRICE
$472,500↑ 0.20%
MORTGAGE RATES 30-YR
6.23%↓ 0.58%
Balanced Market
DAYS ON MARKET
165
↑ 134.00% YoY
INVENTORY
6
↓ 0.25% YoY
Overview icon Overview
Predictions icon Predictions
Supply icon Supply
Demand icon Demand

Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell in East Central? Here's What We Think.

It depends on your goals, but East Central offers a relatively balanced market for both buyers and sellers. Homes are averaging 165 days on the market, with 3 months of supply. The median sale price is $472,500, and home sales saw no change from last year. Buyers have room to negotiate, while sellers can still attract serious interest.
Median Sale PriceHomes SoldMedian Days on Market
Median Sale Price
$472,500
↑ 0.20%YoY
What this chart showsMedian Sale Price
This metric shows how home prices are trending in East Central. The median sale price is currently $472,500, a marginal change from last year. A rising median price can point to stronger demand or limited inventory, while a falling price may give buyers more room to negotiate.

Median Sale Price Trend

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: February 2026

East Central Housing Market Forecast for 2026

East Central's housing market is expected to be balanced in 2026, with modest price growth, steady inventory, and stable conditions for both buyers and sellers.

Market Outlook:

  • Home prices expected to rise modestly by 2-4%, reflecting sustainable growth
  • Sale-to-list ratio forecast to hold near 98-100%, keeping the market steady
  • Neither buyers nor sellers hold a clear advantage, keeping negotiations balanced

Will the East Central Housing Market Crash in 2026?

Expert consensus points to no. East Central shows stable fundamentals, with demand and supply moving roughly in step rather than pulling in opposite directions. This mirrors the broader trend across Charleston, not a shift specific to this neighborhood. Both buyers and sellers should expect conditions to hold steady through 2026, with no signs pointing toward a downturn.
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Current Market Indicators

  • Days on Market:

    165 days

  • Months of Supply:

    3 months

  • Sale-to-List Ratio:

    100%

  • Mortgage Rates:

    Currently- 6.23% projected to hover between 6.0% and 6.8%

Is There Enough Inventory in East Central Right Now?

East Central has a steady flow of homes coming onto the market, keeping inventory relatively balanced. There are currently 6 active listings and 3 months of supply, giving buyers a reasonable selection without creating excessive competition among sellers. There were 3 new listings last month, while the inventory had a marginal change year-over-year.
Homes for SaleNewly Listed HomesMonths of Supply
Homes for Sale
6
↓ 0.25%YoY
What this chart showsHomes for Sale
This chart shows the total number of homes currently available for sale in East Central. There are currently 6 active listings. Rising inventory gives buyers more options, while fewer homes for sale can increase competition and give sellers more leverage.

Homes for Sale Trend

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1 Year3 Years5 Years

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: February 2026

Are Buyers or Sellers Controlling the East Central Market?

Buyers and sellers have relatively equal footing in the East Central housing market. Homes are selling for 100% of their asking price, and price reductions saw no change year-over-year. Neither side has a clear advantage, leaving room for both to negotiate.
Homes Sold Above List PriceHomes with Price DropsSale-to-List Ratio
Homes Sold Above List Price
0%
↓ 50%YoY
What this chart showsSold Above List
The line tracks the share of homes in East Central selling above their asking price over time. Currently, 0% of homes sold above asking last month. A rising trend signals strong buyer competition and bidding wars, while a falling trend suggests that competition is easing.

Homes Sold Above List Price Trend

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1 Year3 Years5 Years

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: February 2026

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Our MLS data sources

All sources updated daily

Median prices, rents and active inventory aggregated from MLS systems across South Carolina.

Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors® MLS-SC
Coastal Carolinas Association of Realtors® MLS-SC
CHS Regional MLS
CHS Regional MLS
Western Upstate MLS-SC
Western Upstate MLS-SC
Greater Greenville MLS-SC
Greater Greenville MLS-SC
Spartanburg MLS-SC
Spartanburg MLS-SC
Consolidated MLS-SC
Consolidated MLS-SC

Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.

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