Read Over Coffee

Sep 4

Your pour over of Columbia Real Estate News

If you’ve been wondering what’s really happening in the Columbia housing market, let’s chat about it like we’re catching up over coffee and today.

Lately, homes are taking a little longer to sell. Think more slow pour than espresso shot. On average, houses are sitting for about a month or more before going under contract. That’s a big shift from the blink-and-you-miss-it market we saw not too long ago.

But here’s the good news: prices are still steady, even ticking up slightly year-over-year, with the median hovering in the $270K range. That tells us the market is cooling from the frenzy, but it’s not crashing—it’s just settling into something more sustainable.

For buyers, this means you finally get some breathing room. You can tour a home, think about it overnight (or at least over a latte), and still have a chance at making a strong offer.

For sellers, it’s a reminder that patience and presentation matter. Homes are still moving, but pricing them right and making them shine is more important than ever.

And let’s not forget the bigger picture—Columbia continues to grow. The BullStreet District keeps bringing new life to downtown, and major road projects like the Carolina Crossroads upgrades are setting us up for even better connectivity. Couple that with a strong job market (thank you, USC, healthcare, government, and tech), and it’s easy to see why Columbia’s housing market has staying power.

So, bottom line? The market here is like your morning coffee order:

Not scalding hot anymore.
Definitely not cold.
More of a medium roast—steady, balanced, and still worth savoring.

Let’s Grab Coffee

Talking about the market is one thing, but sometimes the best way to figure out your next move is over an actual cup of coffee. If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Columbia, let’s meet up and chat.

Here are a few of my favorite spots where I’d love to treat you:

New VibeZ Coffee – for that fresh, upbeat energy (and the best vibes to start the day).
Lazy Daisy Coffee Bar – relaxed, charming, and perfect for slow conversations about next steps.

Indah Coffee (Cottontown) – cozy and creative, just like Columbia’s neighborhoods.
Loveland Coffee (Irmo) – drive-thru convenience when life’s busy.
Piecewise Coffee Co. (Cayce/) – relaxed vibe, great lattes.

Whether you’re ready to start house hunting, thinking about putting your place on the market, or just curious about what’s happening in Columbia real estate, I’d love to hear your story.

☕ Shoot me a message, and let’s make a coffee date.