Is Gaston, SC 29053 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Gaston is a balanced market. With about 4.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
More competitive than 11% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #152 of 191 in the state.
Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown
The Gaston housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 7% of homes in Gaston, SC 29053 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 71 days and there were 4.3 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 28 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 11%, homes sold more slowly (26 days then) and the median sale price rose 3% to $249,892. Overall, Gaston is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Lexington County, homes here sell more slowly than in any other ZIP code in the county, and sell less often over asking than in 83%. On our competition score, Gaston ranks #152 of 191 SC ZIP codes with enough sales (score 18 out of 100).
Nearby, West Columbia 29170 (30% sold over asking) and Pelion 29123 (25% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Gaston real estate
Is Gaston a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.3 months of supply in Gaston, SC 29053 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Gaston?
The typical home went under contract in 71 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Gaston sell over asking?
7% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.8% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Gaston?
About 0.49% of a home’s value a year in Lexington County, or roughly $1,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Gaston?
The median sale price was $249,892 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $140 per square foot.
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