Is Tega Cay a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Tega Cay is currently a balanced market with 4.3 months of supply. 6.2% of homes sell above asking price, and 14.8% go pending within two weeks. The Ridley Sell Score for Tega Cay is 46/100 (Cooling), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Tega Cay?

The median home price in Tega Cay is $603,750, up 26.4% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $221. Homes sell in a median of 95 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 97.9%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Tega Cay, South Carolina?

On a $603,750 home in Tega Cay, a traditional listing agent charges around $18,113 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $48,300 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $17,114, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $14,614 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Tega Cay agent?

A traditional Tega Cay listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $18,113 on a $603,750 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $17,114–$14,614 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Tega Cay?

The median home in Tega Cay currently spends 95 days on the market before going under contract. 14.8% of homes go pending within two weeks. At a 97.9% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation. Only 26.5% of listings see a price drop, suggesting sellers can hold firm on pricing.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in South Carolina?

No. South Carolina does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $603,750 home, that could save you up to $14,614.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in South Carolina. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $18,113 commission.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Tega Cay, South Carolina?

The median home in Tega Cay sells for $603,750 with prices up 26.4% year-over-year. The average seller pays $18,113 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $14,614.

Tega Cay Real Estate Market Conditions — March 2026

46out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Cooling

46/100

The market is shifting — strategic pricing and presentation matter more.

What this means for sellers

The Tega Cay market is cooling, and sellers need to be strategic. Buyers have more options and are negotiating harder. Invest in staging and professional photography to differentiate your listing. Flexibility on terms can make the difference in attracting serious buyers.

Inventory TightnessNeutral

4.3 months of supply — near the balanced threshold of 5 months. South Carolina average is 5.9.

Price MomentumFavors sellers

Prices up 26.4% year-over-year — vs. +2.3% statewide.

Seller LeverageNeutral

Homes selling at 97.9% of asking — buyers are negotiating 2.1% below list. South Carolina average is 97.4%.

Bidding ActivityFavors buyers

6.2% of homes selling above list price — 50% below the South Carolina average of 12.5%.

Sale SpeedFavors buyers

95 median days on market — 4 days slower than the South Carolina average.

Market UrgencyFavors buyers

14.8% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 23.8% statewide.

Price StabilityFavors buyers

26.5% of listings have dropped their price — accurate initial pricing is critical. South Carolina average is 24.6%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$603,750

+26.4%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$221

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

97.9%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

4.3

Balanced

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Somewhat Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

6.2%

Room to negotiate

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

26.5%

Pricing matters

Pending in 2 Weeks

Percentage of listings that went under contract within 14 days.

14.8%

Slower pace

12-Month Price Trend

$565,750 → $603,750

▲6.7%

$650K$600K$550K$500K

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Data updated March 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Tega Cay?

The average Tega Cay homeowner saves $14,614 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $603,750 home.

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Your Tega Cay home value

$603,750

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$18,113

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Tega Cay?

The total cost to sell a house in Tega Cay in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $18,113 with a traditional 3% commission on a $603,750 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$18,113	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$16,9052.8% avg	$12,075~2% avg	$12,075~2% avg	$16,9052.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$9,056	$9,056	$9,056	$9,056
Total cost	$44,074	$24,630	$22,130	$25,961
Net proceeds	$559,676	$579,120	$581,620	$577,789
You save	—	$14,614	$17,114	$18,113No support

Based on the Tega Cay median home price of $603,750. Buyer agent commission and closing costs are estimated and may vary.

How to sell your house and save on commission in Tega Cay

A flat fee of $3,499 instead of the typical $18,113 commission — with a dedicated agent at every step.

AI + expert price your home

AI-powered comps reviewed by your dedicated agent — using Tega Cay market data so you list at the right price.

AI prepares your home

AI walk-through identifies what to fix, stage, and photograph. Your agent advises on what actually moves the needle.

Listed on MLS & 100+ sites

Professional listing syndicated to Zillow, Redfin, and everywhere Tega Cay buyers look — plus a custom Ridley listing page with AI chat.

Your agent negotiates

Offer comparison, counteroffer strategy, and all back-and-forth with buyers' agents — handled by your dedicated agent.

Close and keep $14,614 more

Contracts, disclosures, deadline tracking, and closing coordination — from accepted offer to keys.

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