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Is Williston, SC 29853 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Williston is a balanced market. With about 4.5 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply4.5Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market67Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$172▲ +20.2% vs. last year

The Williston housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Williston, SC 29853 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 67 days and there were 4.5 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 was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (55 days then) and the median sale price rose 46% to $299,870. Overall, Williston is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Nearby, Barnwell 29812 (17% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

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Questions about Williston real estate

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

A balanced market: there were 4.5 months of supply in Williston, SC 29853 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 Williston?

The typical home went under contract in 67 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Williston sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Williston?

About 0.73% of a home’s value a year in Barnwell County, or roughly $2,920 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Williston?

The median sale price was $299,870 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $172 per square foot.

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