Lowcountry Real Estate Report | November 6–13, 2026
Buyer activity increased across Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester and Colleton counties this week even as the number of completed closings fell. The four-county market added 466 new listings, 293 homes went under contract and 184 made it to the closing table.
The Quick Take
Closings slowed, but contracts increased to 293—22 more than last week. That points to continued buyer activity even during a quieter week for new listings and price changes.
This Week’s Lowcountry Numbers
- 466 new listings — down 13 from last week
- 184 homes closed — down 81
- 293 homes went under contract — up 22
- 531 price changes — down 83
- $810,851 average sold price — up $51,261
- 54 average days on market — up 5 days
Our Take
This week’s report shows a market with fewer completed sales but more fresh contract activity. Closings fell from 265 to 184, while homes going under contract increased from 271 to 293. That difference matters: closings reflect agreements made weeks earlier, while new contracts give us a more current look at buyer movement.
New listings eased from 479 to 466, and price changes fell from 614 to 531. Sellers are still actively responding to the market, but the overall pace of listing and pricing activity was lighter than it was in the previous report.
The average sold price increased from $759,590 to $810,851. That does not mean the value of the typical Lowcountry home rose by more than $51,000 in one week. Weekly averages can move substantially depending on the mix of properties that close, particularly when more higher-priced Charleston and coastal homes are represented.
Average days on market increased from 49 to 54 days among sold listings. Buyers are active, but they continue to distinguish between homes that are well positioned and those that need a price or presentation adjustment.
Where Were the Most Closings?
- Summerville/Ridgeville — 26 closings
- Summerville/Ladson, Berkeley County — 18 closings
- North Charleston/Summerville/Ladson outside I-526 — 10 closings (tied with Goose Creek/Moncks Corner/Hwy 52–Oakley–Cooper River)
County-by-County Breakdown
Charleston County
222 new listings
84 homes closed
136 went under contract
212 price changes
Berkeley County
141 new listings
56 homes closed
86 went under contract
180 price changes
Dorchester County
93 new listings
38 homes closed
64 went under contract
121 price changes
Colleton County
10 new listings
6 homes closed
7 went under contract
18 price changes
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
For buyers: The rise in new contracts shows that buyers are still moving, even with fewer closings this week. Strong financing preparation and a clear sense of value can help you act confidently when the right home appears.
For sellers: Fewer new listings can reduce fresh competition, but buyers remain selective. Pricing, condition and presentation still determine whether a home earns attention and moves into contract.
Source: Charleston Regional MLS/FlexMLS. Residential properties for sale only; rentals excluded. Data covers November 6–13, 2026, through 9:00 a.m. Eastern. Week-over-week figures compare with the previously published seven-day report. Statistics are market snapshots and are not an appraisal or a prediction of future value.