CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Charleston has been named a top 10 homebuying hot spot for 2026 in a new report by the National Association of Realtors that explains why the area outpaces the average U.S. market.
“The area saw a 4% price increase in 2025 over 2024 despite interest rates suppressing the market,” Matt O’Neill, CEO of Matt O’Neill Real Estate, said.
The study states that 20,000 additional households in Charleston would qualify for a median-priced home with mortgage rates easing in the upcoming year. While higher prices have challenged affordability in the area, Charleston is seeing improvement with more homes in the $200,000-$350,000 range…