September 10, 2025

Contact: Kim Walker, 704-940-3149

Residential Sales Trends in York, Lancaster, Chester and  Chesterfield Counties

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Canopy MLS reports on residential sales trends in the contiguous counties to Mecklenburg County, which includes York, Lancaster, Chester, and Chesterfield, South Carolina. Data included in this report is for single-family, condo, and townhome property types only, for the geographies mentioned above. 

Residential real estate activity across the York County micro-market shifted further in July toward a more balanced market, with buyer demand surging, slightly elevating prices, while inventory expanded at a rapid pace. The region’s median sales price reached $412,000, a 3.0 percent gain over last July, though slightly lower than June’s $415,000. Average sales prices moved up more firmly, climbing 6.1 percent year-over-year to $479,870, a reflection of steady buyer demand even as more options reached the market. 

Supply growth was the defining factor in July. Inventory rose 46.9 percent from last year to 1,922 homes, lifting months’ supply to 3.5, up from 2.6 a year ago. This is the fifth consecutive month with supply at or above three months, a level not seen locally since 2016. New home construction continued to contribute to available listings, representing 22 percent of the total market in the micro-region. 

Seller activity kept momentum as 874 new homes were listed during July, up 10.8 percent compared to last year. This was a slight 1.7 percent increase from June 2025. Pending sales also rose sharply, increasing 20.5 percent to 676 contracts, pointing to continued buyer interest heading into late summer. Contract activity also increased month-over-month by 14.8 percent. 

Colleen Coesens, Canopy MLS Board member representing South Carolina and Realtor®/broker with EXP Realty in Rock Hill, said, “Buyer demand rose in July, likely buoyed by rates that dipped into 6.5 percent territory in late June. With more options available, buyers are negotiating confidently, and sellers who price strategically can capture that momentum for quicker, successful sales.” 

Closed sales were somewhat steadier, rising 4.7 percent to 621 homes sold, a 7.5 percent pullback from June’s faster pace. Sales were up in Lancaster (2.1%) and York counties this past month, 2.1 percent and 6.8 percent year-over-year respectively. Of those sales, 18 percent came from new construction. 

Across the region, homes spent more time on the market, averaging 45 days before closing, nearly a week longer than a year ago. Despite this, sellers continued to see strong offers, receiving 98.5 percent of their asking prices on average, only slightly below last year’s 98.8 percent. 

Buyer engagement, measured through showings per listing, varied across the region. York County remained the most competitive, averaging 4.4 showings per home. Lancaster County experienced 3.6 showings per listing, while Chester and Chesterfield counties saw 2.4 and 1.3 showings per listing respectively. 

As conditions gradually shift toward equilibrium, sellers are advised to set realistic expectations. Coesens emphasized, “Improved inventory is creating a healthier market overall. Buyers have more room to negotiate, and sellers who adapt with smart pricing and strong presentation are still achieving excellent results.”

A closer look at the four South Carolina counties 

York County maintained steady momentum in July, with closed sales increasing 6.8 percent year-over-year to 426 homes sold. Pending sales surged 28.0 percent to 453 transactions, reflecting strong buyer demand, while new listings edged up 4.6 percent to 543. Inventory expanded 39.2 percent to 1,165 homes, raising months’ supply to 3.2. The median sales price climbed 7.2 percent to $430,000, and the average sales price rose 7.1 percent to $498,900. Homes stayed on the market longer, averaging 43 days, a 22.9 percent increase. Buyer traffic remained active, averaging 4.4 showings per listing. 

Lancaster County posted positive gains in July, as closed sales increased 2.1 percent to 149 homes. Pending sales also grew 10.5 percent to 169 contracts, while new listings rose 8.9 percent to 221. Inventory jumped 55.5 percent year-over-year to 507 homes, pushing months’ supply to 3.7. Median sales prices improved slightly by 0.7 percent to $448,950, while average sales prices increased 1.8 percent to $481,768. Properties took longer to sell, with days on market rising 22.2 percent to 44 days. Buyer engagement was consistent, averaging 3.6 showings per listing. 

Chesterfield County had a mixed performance in July, as closed sales dipped 17.6 percent year-over-year to 14 homes sold. Pending sales, however, grew 31.3 percent to 21 contracts, while new listings increased 20.0 percent to 24. Inventory expanded 30.0 percent to 65 homes, though months’ supply tightened slightly to 5.0. The median sales price rose 5.9 percent to $251,000, while the average sales price fell 20.7 percent to $233,016. Homes lingered on the market longer, averaging 102 days, a 54.5 percent increase. Buyer interest averaged 1.3 showings per listing. 

Chester County activity was slower in July, with closed sales down 17.2 percent to 24 homes. Pending sales rose 21.6 percent to 45 contracts, while new listings nearly doubled, rising 83.0 percent to 86. Inventory climbed 61.6 percent to 160 homes, increasing months’ supply to 5.0. Median sales prices dropped sharply by 23.1 percent to $221,500, and average sales prices declined 15.7 percent to $224,029. Homes sold faster, averaging 39 days on market—a 45.1 percent decrease. Buyer activity was moderate, averaging 2.4 showings per listing.

Canopy Realtor^® Association provides monthly reports on residential real estate market activity for the Charlotte region based on data from Canopy MLS. This report is based on the four South Carolina counties that are also included in the Charlotte region (Chester, Chesterfield, Lancaster, and York Counties).  For more details, visit the monthly report this release is based on, and search for “Piedmont Regional Association of Realtors®". 

See also Charlotte region reports and individual county reports for York, Lancaster, Chester and Chesterfield.  For more residential-housing market statistics, visit www.CarolinaHome.com and click on “Market Data.” For an interview with Canopy MLS South Carolina representative, Colleen Coesens, Realtor®/Broker-in-charge with EXP Realty, Fort Mill, please contact Kim Walker.

Canopy MLS is a wholly-owned subsidiary corporation of Canopy Realtor® Association and is the private broker cooperative used by Realtors® to bring buyers and sellers together with access to thousands of residential listings in a multicounty service area, including Charlotte, Asheville and Catawba Valley regions spanning across North Carolina, South Carolina and outside of the Carolinas. Canopy MLS, which has 21,000 subscribers, provides the most trustworthy, timely, accurate and complete property data along with proprietary tools for showings, market stats, predictive analytics, and more. Canopy MLS is used by its members to support consumers in their residential real estate transactions, whether selling, buying, investing or renting.

Original Publish Date: 9/10/2025