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Is Darlington, SC 29540 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Darlington is a buyer’s market. With about 16 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply16Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list99.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list102.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market36Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$166▲ +22.3% vs. last year

The Darlington housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Darlington, SC 29540 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 36 days and there were 16 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (64 days then) and the median sale price rose 21% to $254,890. Overall, Darlington is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Lamar 29069 (0% sold over asking) or Darlington 29532 (7% sold over asking).

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Nearby markets

Darlington 29532Buyer’s market $143 /sq ftHartsville 29550Balanced $148 /sq ftLamar 29069Balanced $134 /sq ftSociety Hill 29593 — /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Darlington real estate

Is Darlington a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 16 months of supply in Darlington, SC 29540 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 Darlington?

The typical home went under contract in 36 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Darlington sell over asking?

100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 102.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Darlington?

About 0.41% of a home’s value a year in Darlington County, or roughly $1,640 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Darlington?

The median sale price was $254,890 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $166 per square foot.

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