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Sumter County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Sumter County real estate market, updated for March 2026. *
Home values in Sumter County have climbed strongly over the past year, rising 13.64 percent. Typical homes are valued well below the South Carolina average of $376,100, giving the area a more affordable profile. Inventory is also down 7.73 percent year over year, underscoring tighter conditions for buyers.
In February 2026, the typical home value reached about $250,000, with a median list price near $264,900. Homes are taking longer to sell, sitting a median of 68 days on the market, which is up 44.68 percent from a year ago and 23.64 percent from the prior month.
Supply has eased slightly to 3.6 months, and 19.76 percent of listings saw a price drop, while only 14.13 percent of recent sales closed above list price with an average sale-to-list ratio of 0.98. Looking ahead to March 2026, values are projected to edge up to around $259,250 with a modest dip in median list price to $262,400 and inventory expected to ease to about 316 homes, all within a seller’s market reading of 30 on the local gauge. With new listings down 41.45 percent year over year and pending sales off 23.61 percent, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an agent who understands these shifting conditions.
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Learn more about what Sumter County has to offer.
Sumter County offers residents a welcoming, family-friendly community with affordable living, quality schools, ample outdoor recreation, and a vibrant mix of local dining and small businesses.
Sumter County stands out from nearby metropolitan areas by blending a strong military presence, historic small city living, and easy access to lakes and countryside. The county’s anchor, Sumter, is shaped by its connection to Shaw Air Force Base, which brings a steady flow of residents, diverse backgrounds, and a reliable housing market that differs from more tourism driven communities in the region.
Life here centers on community gathering spots like Swan Lake Iris Gardens, known for its trails, festivals, and year round events. Families appreciate resources such as Sumter School District and the Sumter County Library, while outdoor enthusiasts head to Manchester State Forest for hunting, horseback riding, and miles of shaded paths. Nearby Columbia offers additional employment and entertainment within a reasonable drive, expanding options for commuters.
Housing choices range from established neighborhoods near Historic Downtown Sumter to newer developments on the outskirts of the city and rural homes throughout the county. With ongoing investment in Sumter County infrastructure and recreation, buyers will find both entry level opportunities and move up properties, while longtime residents may be well positioned to capitalize on current demand.
Whether you are coordinating a relocation tied to Shaw, moving across town, or putting a longtime family home on the market, timing and preparation are crucial. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with a knowledgeable local real estate agent who understands Sumter County’s neighborhoods, pricing trends, and pace of change.
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“We met Dylan when we scheduled our first tour looking for a new home in the Conway, SC area. We were fortunate that Dylan was the agent that we met, he was friendly, professional and very knowledgeable of the area. We also wanted to sell and he was willing to list our home with McAlpine. My wife and I a lot of questions about selling our home and if Dylan didn't have an answer at the time, he got back with us shortly. His knowledge and insight of the local realty selling market was greatly beneficial for us! We would definitely recommend Dylan to anyone planning to sell their house in Horry County.”
Century 21 McAlpine & Associates
“Kevin and his team were very good at keeping in touch with us and communicating what the market was doing trying to keep our condo competative with similar properties. They were very good to work with.”
Century 21 Barefoot Realty
“Amanda was absolutely incredible to work with. She helped me find and close on a beachfront property in just two weeks, which still amazes me. Since I wasn’t local during the search, she personally toured several condos on my behalf, sent detailed videos, gave honest feedback, and made the entire process seamless from afar. Amanda is extremely responsive, knowledgeable about the market, and truly advocates for her clients. She helped me quickly identify the right property, guided me through negotiations, and ensured everything stayed on track all the way to closing. Buying real estate remotely could have been stressful, but Amanda made it easy and enjoyable. I always felt confident in her guidance and appreciated how proactive she was every step of the way. If you’re looking for a realtor who is hardworking, trustworthy, and goes above and beyond for her clients, I cannot recommend Amanda highly enough.”
Century 21 Broadhurst
“Kent was a huge help in navigating the home search and final negotiations of purchase. His years of experience shined through during the process and there wasn't a question he couldn't answer for us. Great overall experience!”
Century 21 Properties Plus
“Greg Harrelson and Stacey Weaver are truly among the best in the business. I would highly recommend them to anyone considering selling their home.”
Century 21 The Harrelson Group
“Christine worked with me patiently for over a year while I got things in order in order for me to purchase the home. She communicated with me the whole time and answered every question I had. Christine made it all possible and I couldn't have had a better agent for this important milestone in my life”
Century 21 Century 21 Jeff Keller Realty
“Wouldn't hesitate to work with Mike Steed again. Hope he's very prosperous in his career field.”
Century 21 Vanguard
“Brian is very knowledgeable with the local realestate industry, he was able to navigate us in the exact direction of finding the rite property that met our needs. Brian was always just a text away with any questions we had and has an amazing network of realestate professionals with the experience and knowledge to help us in every stage of the purchase. Working with Brian was not just hiring a real estate broker but hiring an entire suite of professionals that worked diligently to close the sale. Was an absolute pleasure working with him and in the process made a lifelong friend.”
Century 21 The Harrelson Group
“Absolutely passion and she's very reliable to provide options that work for her customer. She's is very dedicated.”
eXp Realty
“I was very pleased with John's results and the extra effort he put into twist and turn that came our way. What he accomplished in a questionable financial market, awkward time of year for real estate sakes, government shut down etc, was a miracle! Using John Smith as my agent was a very rewarding and satisfying experience. John Lydon Fremont, Ca !”
John Smith Property Group
“Ms. Dee Dee is the most special person ever! Her fight, passion and perseverance in helping you find the home for you shines so bright. I could not ask for a better realtor to walk through my journey with she kept me hopeful, joyful through the entire experience even during the times when the journey was the most stressful! I would recommend anyone to this amazing women!”
eXp Realty
“Jessica was fantastic! She helped us find the perfect home to suit our needs. We would recommend working with her 1000%!”
Exp Realty
“Professional and hard working. Always answered my questions and was helpful in every way.”
Highgarden Real Estate
“I had an amazing experience working with Sherry. From start to finish, she made the home-buying process smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable. Sherry was knowledgeable, patient, and always quick to answer my questions. Their guidance helped me find the perfect home, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. I highly recommend Sherry Pitman to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
Century 21 Barefoot Realty
“My experience with a realtor before Alex was so bad that I was very sceptical about working with someone else. I appreciated Alex's transparency, honesty, and feedback about my property and suggestions to get things moving quickly. Throughout the entire process, Alex was available, dependable, and forthcoming, during the entire process and I would highly recommend her to anyone in the market for a realtor. A very satisfied customer.”
Giving Tree Realty
“Our agent Bobbi was amazing throughout our home buying process. Thank you for being knowledgeable and for your kindness.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Sales of Florence, LLC
“Working with Terry Jacobs was just wonderful. She was available for answer any and all questions!”
RE/MAX REMAX Southern Shores
“I was very pleased with the services provided by Nancy Walsh.”
Keller Williams
“It was an absolute pleasure working with Joshua Kelly and the entire Steadfast team. They were very patient, prompt, attentive, knowledgeable and responsive, especially considering my move entailed an out-of-state component to it. I would absolutely recommend them for future homebuyers.”
Keller Williams Charlotte Ballantyne Area
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