Is Welcome a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Welcome is currently a balanced market with 4.2 months of supply. 40% of homes sell above asking price. The Ridley Sell Score for Welcome is 45/100 (Cooling), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Welcome?

The median home price in Welcome is $182,500, down 50% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $184. Homes sell in a median of 39 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 98.1%.

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

On a $182,500 home in Welcome, a traditional listing agent charges around $5,475 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $14,600 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $4,476, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $1,976 while getting full agent support.

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

A traditional Welcome listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $5,475 on a $182,500 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 $4,476–$1,976 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Welcome?

The median home in Welcome currently spends 39 days on the market before going under contract, up 6% from last year. At a 98.1% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation. Only 47.6% 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 $182,500 home, that could save you up to $1,976.

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 $5,475 commission.

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

The median home in Welcome sells for $182,500 with prices down 50% year-over-year. The average seller pays $5,475 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $1,976.

Welcome Real Estate Market Conditions — April 2026

45out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Cooling

45/100

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

What this means for sellers

The Welcome market is cooling, and sellers need to be strategic. Price drops are common, so pricing accurately from the start is critical. Invest in staging and professional photography to differentiate your listing. Flexibility on terms can make the difference in attracting serious buyers.

Inventory TightnessNeutral

4.2 months of supply — near the balanced threshold of 5 months. South Carolina average is 4.7.

Price MomentumFavors buyers

Prices down 50% year-over-year — vs. +9.9% statewide.

Seller LeverageNeutral

Homes selling at 98.1% of asking — buyers are negotiating 1.9% below list. South Carolina average is 96.2%.

Bidding ActivityFavors sellers

40% of homes selling above list price — 239% above the South Carolina average of 11.8%.

Sale SpeedFavors sellers

39 median days on market — 65 days faster than the South Carolina average.

Market UrgencyFavors buyers

0% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 16.3% statewide.

Price StabilityFavors buyers

47.6% of listings have dropped their price — accurate initial pricing is critical. South Carolina average is 21.4%.

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.

$182,500

-50%

Days on Market

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

+6%

Price per Sq Ft

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

$184

Sale-to-List Ratio

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

98.1%

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.

4.2

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.

40%

Moderate demand

Price Drops

Percentage of active listings that had a price reduction.

47.6%

Price carefully

12-Month Price Trend

$231,450 → $182,500

▼21.1%

$300K$250K$200K

MayJulSepNovJanMarApr

Data updated April 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Welcome?

The average Welcome homeowner saves $1,976 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $182,500 home.

$0Estimated savings

That covers your moving costs — save 1.1% of your home value

Your Welcome home value

$182,500

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$5,475

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Welcome?

The total cost to sell a house in Welcome in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $5,475 with a traditional 3% commission on a $182,500 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$5,475	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$5,1102.8% avg	$3,650~2% avg	$3,650~2% avg	$5,1102.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$2,738	$2,738	$2,738	$2,738
Total cost	$13,323	$9,887	$7,387	$7,848
Net proceeds	$169,177	$172,613	$175,113	$174,652
You save	—	$3,436	$5,936	$5,475No support