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Sumter real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Sumter real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Median sale price
$280K
+0.1%
from
Q2 '26
Median list price
$277K
-2.9%
from
Q2 '26
Active listings
479
-3.6%
from
Q2 '26
Homes sold
245
+7%
from
Q2 '26
New pendings
234
-11%
from
Q2 '26
New listings
256
-0.8%
from
Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Sumter
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Sumter
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Sumter
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Sumter
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Sumter
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Sumter
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
20
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
Sumter currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge indicating a seller’s market. Months of supply sits at 3.1, suggesting inventory is limited but not extremely tight. Homes typically spend about 45 days on the market in this rolling three-month period.
Home values have edged up over the past year, with the typical home value rising about 2 percent compared with a year ago. Listing prices have also increased slightly year over year, while the average sale-to-list ratio of roughly 98 percent shows that buyers and sellers are negotiating close to asking prices. The share of homes selling above list is just over 10 percent, noticeably lower than levels seen in 2023 and 2024, which points to fewer aggressive bidding wars than in prior years.
On the supply side, active listings are roughly flat compared with last year, but months of supply is up from a year ago, hinting that options for buyers have expanded somewhat. At the same time, homes sold have dipped a bit year over year and pending sales are down, reflecting slightly cooler demand even within a seller-leaning environment. In this type of market, Agent Pronto can connect sellers who want to price strategically and buyers who hope to navigate limited inventory with an experienced local agent who understands these Sumter trends.
Learn more about what Sumter has to offer.
Sumter offers residents a welcoming, affordable community with diverse neighborhoods, ample parks and outdoor spaces, growing job opportunities, and a rich blend of arts, culture, and history.
Sumter stands apart from nearby military hubs and rural communities by offering a true midsized city feel rooted in history, nature, and close community ties. Around downtown Sumter, restored storefronts, local dining, and regular events create a walkable core where people still recognize their neighbors. Residents appreciate that everyday needs are close at hand, yet Columbia and Shaw Air Force Base are within practical reach for work and travel.
Families are drawn to outdoor amenities like Swan Lake Iris Gardens, where walking paths, water views, and seasonal blooms offer a quiet backdrop for weekends. Sports leagues and youth programs at facilities such as the Sumter Family YMCA and city parks reinforce a strong sense of connection. Local schools and community institutions, including Central Carolina Technical College, support both career growth and lifelong learning.
Housing options span historic districts near the city center to newer neighborhoods on the outskirts, giving buyers a range of price points and styles. Longtime residents thinking of selling often weigh current demand from military families and remote workers, while new arrivals look for guidance on specific pockets that fit their lifestyle.
With thoughtful preparation and timing, both buyers and sellers can make the most of Sumter’s steady market. Agent Pronto helps match you with the right local real estate professional so you can move forward confidently, whether you are putting down roots or planning your next chapter.
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“I am so very thankful for Shannon's help throughout my real estate process of selling and buying at the same time. I would have been completely lost without her! She is not only an excellent real estate agent, but a great advisor for other things that come up during the sell and buying process. Shannon really helped make this an easy transaction and took away so much of the stress. Because of her help, I was able to sell my previous home very quickly, and able to close early on the new home I selected to purchase. I would recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home! I definitely cannot thank her enough for the help she provided us!”
Century 21 803 Realty
“Exceptional Realtor and Advocate We could not have asked for a better realtor to help us purchase our new home and sell our townhome. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, attentive, and always available to support us throughout the entire process. She did an outstanding job representing us and was truly our advocate every step of the way. She listened to what was important to us, provided thoughtful guidance, and made sure our interests were always well represented. Her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment gave us tremendous confidence during what can be a very stressful process. We always felt that we had someone in our corner who genuinely cared about helping us find the right home and making the experience as smooth as possible. We are so grateful for everything she did and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.”
Century 21 Barefoot Realty
“A most wonderful person to work with and a Pleasure To Know Laurie”
LPT Realty, LLC
“Dee was great she helped me with every question I had about the property in a very fast and prompt response.”
eXp Realty
“We live in MA and were looking for a retirement home in Conway. Dylan made this extremely easy. He was always available to us when we had questions. He is very knowledgeable about the area. Highly recommend him.”
Century 21 McAlpine & Associates
“I had the pleasure of working with Alyssa on a recent transaction. She was truly wonderful to work with! As a loan officer, I work with a lot of real estate agents, so I know what makes a great agent and I can confidently say she checks all the boxes. She was easy to work with, communicated consistently and effectively and always worked hard to advocate for her clients, even when she ran into some challenges along the way. She remained responsive and focused on getting the best possible outcome for her clients. I really enjoyed working with her and I hope to work with her in the future! I will recommend her to future clients without hesitation!”
COAST Professionals brokered by exp realty
“Kathy was very attentive, she answered all my questions, explained everything, and was always there for me. She returned my phone calls and made the whole process very un stressful.”
INNOVATE Real Estate
“Jacqueline is awesome. I didn't think I could buy a home by myself. Jacqueline and her Mortgage team got me approved! Jumped through hoops, got me approved for my little Doll House. Highly recommend Jacqueline for your real estate agent!”
eXp Realty
“He was great, got it sold fast. Thanks”
Century 21 The Harrelson Group
“Kent helped us think about our needs when showing us homes and helped us navigate the process of buying our new home (while selling our first home). He was great to work with and made the process so much easier than I expected it to be.”
Century 21 Properties Plus
“Mike's 1 on 1 work was amazing. It was like he became family. Every aspect of his exhausting search for the perfect property was top notch.”
Century 21 Vanguard
“Brian really had his work cut out for him when he agreed to help us. He went above and beyond with everything. Brian was in constant communication at all times. We would meet with us anytime we came into town with our crazy schedule. He held our hand through every step on home ownership making it enjoyable. We have made a nice friend in the process.”
Century 21 The Harrelson Group
“John R. Smith is thoroughly professional in his approach . Furthermore, he has a network of reliable resources to draw upon for all the necessary preparatory steps. Perhaps most difficult to achieve, John combines steady patience and a sense of humor to guide his clients through a process that can be stressful even though it's going smoothly.”
John Smith Property Group
“It was a pleasure to have Jarlene work with us to sell our house. She is a honest hardworking individual that goes above and beyond for her clients. We will recommend Jarlene to anyone who is selling or buying real estate.”
ERA Real Estate ERA Southeast Coastal Real Estate
“Christine is who we used to buy our home, and when we were ready to sell that same home it was a no brainer! We trust her completely!”
Century 21 Century 21 Jeff Keller Realty
“Great agent. She understood what I was looking for and didn't send me things that were not apart of my criteria. Very focused driven and passionate about the local real estate market.”
Century 21 - 803 Realty
“Brandy O'Neill was great! From the time I went under contract through design selections, inspections, closing, and even after closing, she was there every step of the way. She attended every meeting with me, providing support and always looking out for my best interests. I greatly appreciated her attention to detail during walkthroughs, often noticing things that I had overlooked. She was also highly professional and an excellent communicator, whether by email, text, or phone call. I am extremely grateful for her assistance and expertise. As a verteran, I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to purchase a home. 10/10 service!”
eXp Realty LLC
“Kat was great to work with and looked after our interests thru the entire process. Highly recommend.”
Re/Max Executive
“Went thru a lot trying to sell my property,but even theu all the hassle Brody was patient and made it happen. HIGHLY recommend this fella if your in need of realtor thats gonna make it happen. All and all 10 out of 10 would use'm again!”
eXp Realty
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