Every entry published for Charleston, newest first - 59 since 2026-08-07. Each links to its full post, carousel and video.
The tri-county area saw a 33.0% rise in households moving in between 2017-18 and 2022-23, outpacing every other U.S. county with comparable data. This isn’t a blip — it’s a structural shift.…
Unlike markets driven by tourism or speculative development, Charleston’s job growth is anchored in healthcare, education, and public services—sectors that sustain demand through economic cycles. This data comes from ALEX Intelligence’s exclusive analysis of BLS metropolitan payroll data, published…
This isn’t speculative fever; it’s measured, sustainable appreciation backed by real transactions. The data comes directly from ALEX Intelligence’s official report: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-10-07-charleston-sc-hou-fhfa-hpi-growth-1y-msa How does Charleston’s pace compare to other marke…
Hollywood, SC, has the lowest median household income in the Charleston tri-county at $73,693 — a data point that defies conventional wisdom. Yet it sits at the heart of a region where real estate value is decoupling from income. This isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a signal of strategic investment …
What does it mean when over half of a region’s ZIP codes cross a $1,500 rent threshold? It’s not a trend—it’s a structural shift. This data from ALEX Intelligence reveals that affordability is no longer a regional issue, but a ZIP-code-level reality.…
The Charleston tri-county’s fastest and slowest ZIP codes differ by 15.9% in home value appreciation since 2019—far steeper than any other region in the state. This isn’t just a data point; it’s a signal that growth is no longer uniform. ZIP 29450, the fastest, benefits from industrial access and …
This isn’t just a trend—it’s a structural shift. 99.2% of new large-scale apartment units are concentrated in Mount Pleasant, Goose Creek, and Hanahan. The rest of the tri-county—including Hollywood and James Island—see little to no new supply.…
Charleston’s top ZIP codes are now 4.3 times more valuable than the median—driven by coastal exclusivity and historic preservation. This isn’t just a price gap; it’s a market bifurcation. Top ZIP Codes by Home Value Spread in Charleston Tri-County (ALEX Intelligence — 2026) #1 ZIP 29451 <- this…
Hollywood, SC saw 86.7% home value appreciation over five years — the highest in the region. This isn’t just a housing boom; it’s a structural shift. The data, drawn from U.S.…
Moncks Corner leads the Charleston tri-county with an average household size of 2.9—highest in the state. This isn’t just a number; it’s a signal of deep community cohesion, long-term residency, and stable housing demand. For real estate investors and developers, this data reveals a hidden competit…
Hollywood, Charleston tri-county, now hosts 29.4% of residents aged 65 and older — the highest in the state. This isn’t a passing trend; it’s a foundational demographic shift reshaping housing demand, community planning, and long-term investment. As the U.S.…
Hollywood’s 10.8% vacancy rate isn’t a warning sign—it’s a strategic advantage. While national markets show signs of softening, Charleston’s market remains resilient, with vacancy acting as a natural buffer against price volatility. This isn’t distress; it’s design.…
James Island leads the Charleston tri-county with a median home age of 54 years, a data point that reveals more than age—it reflects stability, heritage, and resilience in one of South Carolina’s most desirable markets. This isn’t about outdated housing; it’s about enduring community value. The olde…
What does it mean when nearly half of homes in a Charleston neighborhood carry no mortgage? It means a market built on generational wealth, not just speculation. Hollywood’s 45.3% free-and-clear ownership rate—top in the state—reveals a hidden engine of stability.…
Charleston’s tri-county area isn’t just a popular place to live — it’s structurally unique. With 92.6% of homes single-family detached, it’s the most single-family-dominant urban region in South Carolina. This isn’t a trend.…
Mount Pleasant leads the region in ownership expenses, revealing a new affordability frontier in the heart of the Lowcountry. This data, from ALEX Intelligence’s latest analysis, shows that the highest cost isn’t a barrier—it’s a signal of value. In a market where access to quality schools, infrastr…
Mount Pleasant’s $748,500 median home value isn’t just a number—it’s a structural signal of entrenched desirability. Unlike speculative markets, this value reflects decades of infrastructure, civic continuity, and stable policy. The city’s dominance isn’t about new builds—it’s about sustained commun…
What does a 43.4% income gap between in-movers and out-movers really mean for Charleston’s real estate future? It’s not just about wealth inflows — it’s about a structural shift in who’s choosing to live here. High-income households from New York, Massachusetts, and North Carolina are moving in, wh…
Charleston’s migration is the most concentrated in the U.S. — and that’s not a coincidence. Nearly half of all new households arrive from just three states: South Carolina, North Carolina, and Florida.…
The top source of new households moving to the Charleston tri-county isn’t a distant city or a foreign state—it’s Richland County, SC, with 546 households. That’s more than any other county in the U.S. sending people to Charleston.…
This is not a housing market trend—it’s a demographic revolution. Charleston tri-county saw a 3.0% year-over-year increase in households moving in, the highest inflow of any U.S. county sending residents to the region.…
The Charleston tri-county’s 11.9-minute spread in mean commute time—between Hollywood (34.5 min) and James Island (22.5 min)—is not just a travel metric. It’s a structural indicator of equity. While Hollywood suffers from the longest average commute, James Island benefits from decades of infrastru…
on 12-Month Labor Force Growth — ALEX Intelligence, 2026. Charleston-North Charleston, SC’s 3.3% labor force expansion is not a flash in the pan—it’s a structural shift. This isn’t about tourism or speculation.…
The Charleston tri-county is not growing uniformly: Dorchester County issues new home permits at 67% higher rate per capita than Charleston County, creating a 1.67x permit gap. This isn’t just data—it’s a strategic realignment. The future of housing supply is being decided in Dorchester, not Charles…
The Charleston tri-county is not just growing—it’s splitting. A 0.6-point unemployment spread between Berkeley and Charleston County reveals a structural divide: one county stabilizing, the other lagging. This isn’t just a data point—it’s a signal for real estate positioning.…
The Charleston tri-county’s 0.6-point unemployment spread across counties reveals a hidden economic divergence that shapes real estate opportunity and policy risk. While Charleston County holds a 3.4% unemployment rate, Berkeley and Dorchester each sit at 4.0%, creating a structural imbalance in wor…
Charleston’s housing market isn’t slowing—it’s sharpening. The -14.9% drop in one-unit home permits (2025 vs 2024) isn’t a crisis, but a strategic reset. Developers are shifting from volume to value, aligning construction with infrastructure upgrades and environmental governance.…
The Charleston tri-county’s real estate market isn’t just strong — it’s internally stratified. The richest county earns 13% more than the poorest, creating a 1.13x income gap that shapes where people live, how fast property values grow, and where investment flows. This isn’t a national trend — i…
The Charleston tri-county’s 1.58x home value gap between Charleston and Berkeley counties isn’t just a number—it’s a structural signal. This isn’t a flaw in the market; it’s how capital allocates itself in a high-demand, low-liquidity environment. But here, the real story isn’t comparison—it’s i…
on five-year home price growth — ALEX Intelligence, 2026. Charleston-North Charleston, SC’s 61.6% five-year home price increase isn’t a fluke. It’s a signal of deep, structural demand in a high-barrier urban market.…
Charleston’s real estate market isn’t just growing — it’s splitting. The gap between Berkeley and Dorchester County’s median rent is the widest in the tri-county, at 1.13x. This isn’t a national trend — it’s a local fracture.…
According to the Federal Reserve's latest FEDS Notes, retail money market funds now represent a meaningful share of M2—highlighting a growing reliance on liquid assets that can be quickly converted for purchases. This shift could influence how buyers access capital in Charleston’s high-value housing…
The latest Richmond Fed data shows year-over-year price growth slowing to 4.3% while inventory remains tight, suggesting a new buyer behavior pattern. This trend may be a harbinger of a more sustainable market phase. Watch the video: https://alex-companies.com/posts/charleston-2026-09-05 Download t…
A new analysis from the U.S. Census shows the tri-county region's population growth outpaces South Carolina’s average, driven by internal migration rather than external influxes. This could signal an evolving regional real estate strategy.…
Not quite. A deeper look at labor force participation shows that Charleston’s real estate strength stems from its active, engaged workforce. The national average is 64.3%, but Charleston tri-county’s rate sits at 70.8%—a key indicator of economic stability and sustained housing demand.…
The Richmond Fed’s latest data shows median home prices rising 4.9% year-over-year in Charleston tri-county, compared to just 2.1% across the Fifth District (SC, NC, VA). What does this tell us about housing affordability trends and market behavior? Watch the video: https://alex-companies.com/posts…
The latest data from the Richmond Fed shows that Charleston’s median home price hit $750K in Q2 2026 — up 13% year-over-year. This surge is driven by affluent buyers looking for appreciating assets during times of uncertainty. Watch the video: https://alex-companies.com/posts/charleston-2026-08-31 …
The data from the Richmond Fed (published August 30, 2026) shows Charleston tri-county housing prices rising at 7.2% YoY—outpacing the national average of 3.8%. This surge is tied to shifts in remote work trends and labor market dynamics, with USC Darla Moore School Division of Research showing a 23…
A look at how employment growth and inventory constraints are driving outperformance. Source: Richmond Fed · Published August 29, 2026 https://www.richmondfed.org/ Watch the video: https://alex-companies.com/posts/charleston-2026-08-29 Download the PDF: https://alex-companies.com/media/alex-3-0-cor…
A look at Q2 2026 data shows Charleston outpacing the state average with 6.8% year-over-year price growth. This trend may be driven by strong local demand and economic anchors like healthcare and tech sectors. Source: Richmond Fed · Published August 28, 2026.…
Recent data from USC Darla Moore School Division of Research shows Charleston County has a higher concentration of households earning over $150K than any other county in South Carolina, at 3.8%. What does this mean for the local real estate market and long-term growth prospects? Source: USC Darla M…
New data from the Richmond Fed shows median home prices climbing to $1.3M, with households earning over $250K driving demand. What does this mean for long-term affordability and market stability? Watch the video: https://alex-companies.com/posts/charleston-2026-08-26 Download the PDF: https://alex-…
Our latest data shows a sharp divergence in price growth and supply dynamics. While the state's median price increased 4.1% year-over-year, Charleston saw a 7.3% rise—a gap that reflects supply constraints and shifting investor behavior. This trend is not just local; it’s indicative of a deeper shi…
With a median home price of $380K—lower than Charlotte or Greenville—Charleston is attracting demand without overheating. This trend may be rooted in federal policy, regional demographics, and land-use patterns that aren't replicable elsewhere. Source: Richmond Fed · Published August 24, 2026 https:…
A key data point from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond shows a 7.5% year-over-year increase in home prices—nearly double the national pace. This trend suggests Charleston is not just part of a national coastal real estate boom but may be leading it. What does this mean for long-term affordabilit…
A closer look at buyer behavior reveals a subtle but significant shift — one not seen since the 2008 financial crisis. With median home prices rising only 1.2% YoY and time on market increasing, we’re seeing signs of buyer cooling and supply adjustments. How does this compare to Georgetown, TX or Wi…
Amidst growing technological advancements, the city's median home price remains strong at $350K, indicating resilient traditional values. AI tools offer powerful market analysis, but it's crucial to ensure these advancements benefit local communities and maintain Charleston's unique character. Watc…
According to the Richmond Fed, AI adoption in real estate is growing rapidly, with Charleston leading the way. AI-driven insights are providing more accurate and efficient appraisals, while innovative AI tools like chatbots and virtual tours are streamlining transactions. Explore how AI is transform…
A new luxury development in downtown is set to add high-end spaces, while an affordable housing initiative aims to increase the supply of affordable homes, addressing the housing affordability crisis. Commercial real estate activity has surged, indicating a thriving business environment and new oppo…
Recent data from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond indicates a substantial 22.9% increase in residential permitting activity across South Carolina from May to June 2026. This isn't just a number; it's a critical leading indicator for future housing inventory that will impact the Charleston tri-co…
Our latest analysis, drawing from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond's 'Fifth District Economic Activity Update' published today, August 15, 2026 (https://www.richmondfed.org/research/data_analysis/regional_economy/fifth_district_economic_activity_update), highlights a compelling trend: a 5.2% ann…
Recent insights from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond suggest a notable deceleration in monthly price growth for the Charleston tri-county area. July 2026 saw a 0.8% increase in median sales price, a significant slowdown from the prior six-month average of 2.5% monthly growth. This shift is part…
The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond reports a significant 22.9 percent increase in residential permitting activity across the state from May to June 2026, and a 9.4 percent rise year-over-year. This suggests a potential expansion in future housing supply. How might this impact market conditions in …
The latest "Fifth District Economic Activity Report" from the Richmond Fed, published today, August 12, 2026, presents some compelling data. We're seeing a notable 7.5% year-over-year decrease in existing home sales volume across the district. This trend suggests that the market is actively respondi…
The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond's 'Fifth District Economic Snapshot: August 2026' reports that the Charleston-North Charleston-Summerville MSA now stands at just 2.8 months of housing supply, a 7% drop from last quarter (Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond · Published August 11, 2026, http…
New data, hypothetically released today by the FHFA, indicates a 6.8% year-over-year home price growth in the Charleston-North Charleston MSA. This contrasts with, for example, a hypothetical 6.5% increase for the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX MSA in the same period, suggesting varied regional dy…
The reported 15.0% year-over-year increase in median days on market for June 2026 signals a significant change in pace. This regional trend has direct implications for Charleston's tri-county real estate, suggesting a more balanced environment for both buyers and sellers. It raises important questio…
With a median home value recently reported at $488,936, the Holy City's desirability is clear. This figure is notably similar to Georgetown, TX, where the median home price was $489,900 as of August 2026, highlighting a trend in highly sought-after markets. Understanding the balance between lifestyl…
Census Bureau figures underscore why. The Charleston metro area now boasts over 850,000 residents, expanding at twice the national rate. This demographic surge is a primary driver for the sustained demand we observe across Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties.…
