It's Official: The Market Has Tilted in Your Favor Buyers! Also 4th of July in Charleston

Hey friends,

Let's keep it real. If you've been thinking about buying a home, now's the time to move.

Charleston's market isn't just tipping toward buyers, it's swung firmly into their favor, and this isn't a fleeting trend. Let me walk you through why there's serious opportunity right now.

Buyer Market Stats That Matter

• Inventory is up 36% year-over year, with 3,700 active listings in June 2025 versus 2,700 in June 2024.

• Home value growth has decelerated to just +1% year-over-year the slowest appreciation rate in over a decade.

• 36% of listings have had price reductions in 2025, the highlight rate in five years.

• Homes are sitting longer - median days on market: 45 days (vs. 15 in 2022 frenzy), giving buyers crucial breathing room.

• Some sources even report 3.9% YOY decline in median sale price in May ($610K) and a rise to 59 days on market.

Put it simply: cooling prices, more listings, less competition - a trifecta giving buyers the upper hand.

And Now... July 4th Weekend in Charleston

• Patriots Point Fireworks - Abroad the USS Yorktown - breathtaking waterfront views.

• Riverfront Park Festival - Live music, food trucks, fireworks. Bring a blanket and vibe.

• BBQ & Brews at The Darling Oyster - Yes, it's bougie BBQ and yes, it's worth it.

• Sunrise Yoga on Folly Beach - Balance out the chaos and take a breath. Perfect reset before house hunting.

4th of July Fireworks Breakdown

Here are all of the spots to see the fireworks this Friday!

Charleston & North Charleston

• Fourth of July Festival at Riverfront Park

  • 5 PM - 9:30 PM

• Charleston Princess Fireworks Cruise

  • 8 PM - 10 PM

  • Departs Charleston Maritime Center

Mount Pleasant / Patriots Point

• Patriots Point 4th Fireworks Blast

  • 7 PM - 10 PM

  • USS Yorktown, Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Beach Fireworks

• Folly Beach Independence Day Fireworks

  • At dusk (~9 PM)

  • West side of Folly Pier & beachfront

• Isle of Palms Independence Day Fireworks

  • At dusk (~9 PM)

  • Front beach near the pier (21st Ave - 3rd Sea Cabins)

• Sullivan's Island Celebration

  • Parade Starts 8:30 AM | Fireworks at 9:00 PM

  • J. Marshall Stith Park

• Kiawah Island Independence Day Festival

  • 6 PM - 9:30 PM

  • Night Heron Park

Nearby Communities

• Fabulous Fourth in the Creek (Goose Creek)

  • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

  • Goose Creek Municipal Center

• Summerville Fireworks & Freedom Festival

  • 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM

  • Gahagan Park

Special Experiences

• "Salute From the Shore" Military Flyover

  • 1:00 PM

  • Along SC coastline, visible from many beaches/parks including Charleston Harbor

• Sunset Sail & Fireworks on the Water

  • Sail starts 7:45 PM

  • Boarding from St. John's Yacht Harbor (Johns Island)

• Rooftop Dinner + Fireworks

  • The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits

  • Tickets Required

Next Steps:

• Want a custom report based on your preferred area (Downtown, Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island)?

• Looking for negotiation strategies when buyers have leverage?

• Need to compare two-three homes side by side?

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