Market Briefs
December Market Brief – Pickens County Highlights
February 2, 2026
Market Summary 📊
December was fairly steady in Pickens County. New listings totaled 52, up 18.2% compared to December last year, giving buyers more options than this time a year ago (even though new listings were down 8.8% compared to November).
Home sales held mostly flat at 43 units sold, matching last year’s pace, but coming in 4.4% lower than the previous month.
Prices softened to close out the year. The median sale price was $355,000, down 9.0% compared to last year and down 7.9% compared to November. The average sale price also dipped to $419,000, down 12.3% compared to last year and down 4.4% from the previous month.
Inventory remained higher than last year, with 239 active listings (up 24.5% compared to December 2024), though it pulled back 13.1% compared to November. Months of supply landed at 5.2, which is higher than last year (up 29.6%) and continues to suggest a market moving closer to balance, even with the typical seasonal slowdown from November to December.
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Quick Snapshot of December Key Metrics 🔍
| Metric | Value | Y/Y % Change | M/M % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 43 | 0.0% | -4.4% |
| Median Sale Price | $355,000 | -9.0% | -7.9% |
| Average Sale Price | $419,000 | -12.3% | -4.4% |
| Active Listings | 239 | +24.5% | -13.1% |
| Month’s Supply | 5.2 | +29.6% | -13.1% |
| New Listings | 52 | +18.2% | -8.8% |