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Is Charleston, MS 38921 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Charleston is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply6.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list86.5%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market77Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$55▲ +54.0% vs. last year

The Charleston housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Charleston, MS 38921 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 77 days and there were 6.4 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 was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (13 days then) and the median sale price rose 40% to $249,892. Overall, Charleston is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Charleston real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Charleston, MS 38921 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 Charleston?

The typical home went under contract in 77 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Charleston sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 86.5% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Charleston?

About 0.61% of a home’s value a year in Tallahatchie County, or roughly $2,440 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Charleston?

The median sale price was $249,892 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $55 per square foot.

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