Is Johnston, SC 29832 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Johnston 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.
The Johnston housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 40% of homes in Johnston, SC 29832 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 37 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 rose from 0%, homes sold faster (182 days then) and the median sale price rose 56% to $291,874. Overall, Johnston is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Edgefield 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 Modoc 29838 (0% sold over asking) or North Augusta 29860 (16% sold over asking).
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Questions about Johnston real estate
Is Johnston a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 5.1 months of supply in Johnston, SC 29832 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 Johnston?
The typical home went under contract in 37 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Johnston sell over asking?
40% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.8% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Johnston?
About 0.43% of a home’s value a year in Edgefield County, or roughly $1,720 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Johnston?
The median sale price was $291,874 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $127 per square foot.
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