Is Jackson, SC 29831 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Jackson is a balanced market. With about 4.1 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Jackson housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in Jackson, SC 29831 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 36 days and there were 4.1 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 7 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 56%, homes sold faster (42 days then) and the median sale price fell 7% to $194,916. Overall, Jackson is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Aiken County, homes here sell faster than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 79%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Windsor 29856 (0% sold over asking) or Gloverville 29828 (0% sold over asking), while Beech Island 29842 (29% sold over asking) and New Ellenton 29809 (25% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Aiken 29801Balanced $148 /sq ftAiken 29803Balanced $173 /sq ftAiken 29805Buyer’s market $188 /sq ftBeech Island 29842Seller’s market $176 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Jackson nearby
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Questions about Jackson real estate
Is Jackson a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.1 months of supply in Jackson, SC 29831 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 Jackson?
The typical home went under contract in 36 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Jackson sell over asking?
14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Jackson?
About 0.41% of a home’s value a year in Aiken County, or roughly $1,640 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Jackson?
The median sale price was $194,916 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $134 per square foot.
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