Coastal Market Update: What 44 Days of Data Tells Us About Beach Real Estate Right Now

If you've been watching the Surfside to Treasure Island corridor, you've probably noticed something: homes are sitting. And sitting. And sitting some more.

We just wrapped our first 44 days of 2026, and the numbers tell a story that's worth your attention—whether you're buying, selling, or just keeping tabs on coastal real estate.

That's not a typo. We're looking at a legitimate buyer's market, and it's creating some serious opportunities for those who know how to read the room.

What this means if you're buying:

You've got leverage. Sellers are motivated. Inventory is deep, especially in that $300K-$500K sweet spot where 38% of listings sit. Extended market times = negotiating power in your corner.

What this means if you're selling:

Aggressive pricing isn't optional anymore—it's survival. The market is what buyers are willing to pay. And right now, buyers are being selective.

The bigger picture:

We pulled every data point from the MLS, analyzed the trends by price segment and location, and built you an interactive market report that breaks it all down. No fluff. No hype. Just honest numbers and what they actually mean.

The data shows clear patterns. Surfside Beach dominates inventory with 146 listings (70% of the market). Properties priced under $300K are moving faster than luxury homes, but everything is taking longer than usual. Recent sales show price-to-list ratios averaging 96.5%, meaning there's room to negotiate.

What we're seeing is a market that rewards strategy. Buyers who move decisively on well-priced properties win. Sellers who price realistically from day one avoid the dreaded "sitting syndrome" that plagues overpriced listings.

Want to talk strategy? Whether you're trying to time your purchase or position your listing, let's put this data to work for you.