News Summary

In 2025, Beaufort County, SC, is experiencing a robust housing market with home sales increasing by 11.5% and a median home price rise of 9.9%. Despite national market downturns, local real estate remains strong, particularly in Hilton Head, Bluffton, and Beaufort. The resilience is attributed to stabilizing resale markets and increased demand, with trends suggesting ongoing development and new buyer influxes could further influence the market by year-end.

Beaufort County Housing Market Shows Resilience in 2025

Beaufort County, SC – The housing market in Beaufort County has demonstrated resilience in 2025, even as the national landscape reflects a general downturn. Recent reports indicate that local home sales have surged, with notable increases in both sales volume and median home prices.

Key Statistics

• 11.5% increase in home sales: From 547 in Q4 2024 to 610 in early 2025.
• Median home price rose by 9.9%: Now at $450,400, up from $409,775 in Q4 2024.
• Average days on the market increased by 20.6%: From 102 days in Q4 2024 to 123 days currently.
• Median home price recorded at $464,890 in March 2025.

Market Breakdown

Analysis of Beaufort County’s housing market spans three major areas: Hilton Head, Bluffton, and Beaufort. Despite a state-wide decline in market activity, Beaufort County continues to thrive.

Current Listings

Many homes in the county are located in gated or homeowners association (HOA) communities, with fees ranging significantly:

• Homes priced $300K-$500K:
• $399K for a 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, 1,500 sq. ft., Hilton Head Plantation (HOA fees apply).
• $485K for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, 1,800 sq. ft., Chinaberry Ridge.
• $528K for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, 1,500 sq. ft., Allenwood (HOA fees apply).
• Homes priced $600K-$800K:
• $625K for a 4-bedroom, 4-bath home, 1,900 sq. ft., Victoria Square (HOA fees apply).
• $749K for a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home, 2,200 sq. ft., Circlewood and Beach City (gated community).
• $825K for a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, 2,000 sq. ft., Sea Pines (HOA fees apply).
• Homes priced $900K-$1M:
• $925K for a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home, 1,800 sq. ft., Hilton Head Plantation (HOA fees apply).
• $950K for a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home, 3,000 sq. ft., Palmetto Hall (HOA fees apply).
• $999K for a 3-bedroom, 3-bath home, 2,000 sq. ft., Shipyard Community (HOA fees apply).

Market Trends

Bluffton has noted a 7% increase in home closings from 2023 to 2024, while Hilton Head recorded a 14% increase. The resale market is stabilizing after fluctuations during and following the COVID pandemic. Homes that are appropriately priced continue to see activity.

Looking ahead, analysts predict potential shifts in Beaufort County’s housing dynamics by year-end, influenced by new buyer influxes and ongoing development projects.

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Additional Resources

• Island Packet
• WSAV
• Greenville Online
• Post and Courier
• Nora’s Real Estate Blog
• Wikipedia: Real Estate
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Housing
• Google Search: South Carolina Housing Market
• Google News: Beaufort County Housing Market
• Google Scholar: South Carolina Housing Market Trends

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