Charleston Residential Real Estate Market Contingency Report: Neighborhood Trends for Late April

To make the best decisions in the dynamic Charleston real estate market, buyers and sellers need transparent, up-to-date data. Analyzing the residential properties that went under contract (contingent) during the week of April 24 through April 30, 2026, provides a crystal-clear picture of current demand.

During this period, 375 total residential properties went under contract. Specifically, the single-family home market showed strong momentum, with 303 homes going under contract at a median list price of $550,000 ($263/sqft) and a median days-on-market of just 30.

Market Snapshot: Key Trends

1. The Luxury Powerhouses

High-end real estate in Charleston remains incredibly strong. The Peninsula remains a massive draw, while Mount Pleasant and Daniel Island continue to command premium pricing.

Note: Peninsula activity was heavily concentrated with 10 homes south of the crosstown, including 4 South of Broad.

2. High-Volume & Accessible Suburbs

For buyers prioritizing budget and space, the northern and western suburbs are the most active market sectors. These areas represent the highest volume of transactions, providing excellent entry points into the Lowcountry market.

Spotlight: The Hanahan/Goose Creek/Moncks Corner area led the entire Charleston area in transaction volume, including 12 contracts within the Cane Bay community.

3. Island Living: Consistent Demand

The allure of island living continues to drive steady interest, with 54 island single-family homes going under contract last week.

• Johns Island: 18 homes (Median $727k)
• James Island: 12 homes (Median $764k)
• Ultra-Luxury Highlights: Significant activity continues on the barrier islands, including a $7M property in Wild Dunes, a $6.5M property on Sullivan's Island, and a $6M property on Kiawah Island.

Trust in the Data

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Check back next week for our ongoing coverage of Charleston real estate trends.

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