Is Jefferson, SC 29718 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Jefferson is a balanced market. With about 5.1 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply5.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list20%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list102.2%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market57Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$156▲ +31.8% vs. last year

The Jefferson housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 20% of homes in Jefferson, SC 29718 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 57 days and there were 5.1 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. With only 5 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 25%, homes sold faster (62 days then) and the median sale price rose 130% to $359,844. Overall, Jefferson is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Chesterfield County, homes here sell faster than in 80% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Ruby 29741 (0% sold over asking) or Mount Croghan 29727 (0% sold over asking).

Nearby markets

Cheraw 29520Buyer’s market $133 /sq ftChesterfield 29709Balanced $148 /sq ftMc Bee 29101 — /sq ftMount Croghan 29727Seller’s market $127 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Jefferson real estate

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

A balanced market: there were 5.1 months of supply in Jefferson, SC 29718 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 Jefferson?

The typical home went under contract in 57 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Jefferson sell over asking?

20% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 102.2% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Jefferson?

About 0.42% of a home’s value a year in Chesterfield County, or roughly $1,680 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Jefferson?

The median sale price was $359,844 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $156 per square foot.

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