Upstate South Carolina Housing Market Update: What’s Really Happening This Fall (2025 Edition)

As we head into the final stretch of 2025, the Upstate housing market is showing signs of healthy balance.
Prices remain strong, inventory is rising, and buyers finally have a little breathing room.
If you’ve been waiting for “the right time” to make a move — whether buying, selling, or both — the latest numbers might give you the confidence to take that next step.

Let’s break down what’s really happening across Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, Pickens, and Oconee Counties— and what it means for your plans heading into winter.

🏡 Greenville County: Still Competitive, But Easing Gently

• Inventory: 3.35 months — up 17.5% year-over-year

• Median Days on Market: 31 (up 34% MoM)

• Sale-to-List Ratio: 98.1%

• Median Price: $372,450 (+7% YoY)

👉 Translation: Homes are taking about a month to sell, but they’re still commanding near-list prices. Greenville remains one of the strongest and most resilient markets in the Carolinas.

🏠 Spartanburg County: A Balanced Sweet Spot

• Inventory: 3.98 months (steady MoM, up 16% YoY)

• Median Days on Market: 42 (slightly longer than summer)

• Sale-to-List Ratio: 98.3%

• Median Price: $285,000 (flat YoY)

👉 Translation: Spartanburg has become the Upstate’s most balanced market — steady pricing, active buyers, and realistic sellers. A short-term dip in price could create opportunity for fall buyers before the next upswing.

🌆 Anderson County: Buyers Getting Breathing Room

• Inventory: 3.89 months (+23% YoY)

• Median Days on Market: 29

• Sale-to-List Ratio: 98.4%

• Median Price: $309,000 (-3.4% YoY)

👉 Translation: Homes are still moving quickly, but prices have cooled slightly — offering more flexibility for well-qualified buyers and move-up homeowners ready to seize equity.

🌳 Pickens County: Slower Pace, But Prices Climb

• Inventory: 3.7 months (+15% YoY)

• Median Days on Market: 31 (up 35%)

• Sale-to-List Ratio: 97%

• Median Price: $336,750 (+10.8% YoY)

👉 Translation: Demand is steady despite slower movement. Pickens offers great value for those wanting proximity to Greenville without city congestion.

🏞️ Oconee County: Luxury Momentum Leading the Way

• Inventory: 4.49 months (+15.7% YoY)

• Median Days on Market: 43

• Sale-to-List Ratio: 97.3%

• Median Price: $511,000 (+46% YoY)

👉 Translation: Oconee’s high-end lake and mountain markets are booming. Strong luxury demand continues to push pricing up, particularly in second-home and retirement segments.

💡 Overall Takeaway: A Healthy, Balanced Market

The Upstate market is not “cooling” — it’s normalizing after several years of record speed.
Buyers now have more time to make smart decisions, and sellers are still enjoying strong values.
In short: both sides can win this fall.

🍁 Your Fall Action Plan

For Sellers:

• Refresh your home’s curb appeal.

• Make quick, ROI-driven updates before year-end buyers arrive.

• Focus on presentation and pricing precision.

For Buyers:

• Take advantage of new inventory and motivated sellers.

• Explore neighborhoods that fit your long-term goals.

• Lock in rates now, then refinance when the market shifts.

Want to know exactly how these market trends affect your home’s value? 📅  Schedule a 15-minute Real Estate Review to discuss your neighborhood trend