Market Intelligence Report — SC-860

Seneca, SC

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-SC-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$460K
+16.2% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.32
-3.5% YoY

Active Inventory

485
+14.4% YoY

Median DOM

78 Days
+11.4% YoY

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The Seneca, SC market is characterized as Cooling, with the pending ratio at 0.32, reflecting a substantial reduction in demand absorption. Active listings have expanded by 14.4% year-over-year, further contributing to a market environment with increased available supply.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Seneca market right now.

Active listings have risen by 14.4% over the past year, while new listings saw a decline of 12.1% year-over-year. The median listing price has appreciated by 16.2% year-over-year despite a month-over-month decrease of 1.1%. The pending ratio registered at 0.32, indicating a slower pace of transactions, and the median days on market increased by 11.4% from the prior year.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$460K-1.1% MoM

Active Inventory

485+14.4% YoY

Days on Market

78+11.4% YoY

Sold Score™

34-3.5% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

34
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

The current market dynamics suggest a moderated pace of transactions, with a pending ratio of 0.32 pointing to diminished urgency. Elevated active listings and a rise in days on market imply that properties are taking longer to move, which generally affords more time for evaluation and negotiation. This environment places increased pressure on price discipline for properties that remain on the market.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price at $721,314 significantly exceeds the median listing price of $459,900, suggesting a concentration of higher-value properties. However, the median $/sqft saw a slight decline of 0.5% year-over-year, which could indicate some softening in per-square-foot values at certain price points, particularly if larger homes are entering the market at varied price points.

Supply Dynamics

485 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 116 per month.

Pricing Pressure
26.6%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +5.4% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -0.5% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.32

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

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Cooling

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Buyer Demand Index
32%
Median Days on Market
78 days
Inventory YoY
+14%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Seneca, SC
CBSA Code
42860
State
SC

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Seneca?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Seneca metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.32 with median days on market at 78.

  • Are home prices dropping in Seneca?+

    Median listing price is $460K, +16.2% year over year. 26.6% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Seneca?+

    The typical listing sits 78 days on market, a +11.4% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 116 per month.

  • What's happening in the Seneca luxury market?+

    The average listing price at $721,314 significantly exceeds the median listing price of $459,900, suggesting a concentration of higher-value properties. However, the median $/sqft saw a slight decline of 0.5% year-over-year, which could indicate some softening in per-square-foot values at certain price points, particularly if larger homes are entering the market at varied price points.

  • Where can I find a trusted Seneca real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Seneca agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 42860 · 36mo history