Bluffton, S.C. real estate market update: April 2025
The Bluffton, South Carolina real estate market remains stable as we move into April 2025, maintaining a neutral stance that favors neither buyers nor sellers. Market activity is consistent with last year, with inventory levels continuing to rise slightly, though still well below pre-pandemic norms.
As of early April, Bluffton has 851 homes for sale, marking a 1.8% increase from the 836 homes available at this time last year. While inventory has increased, it remains significantly lower than the 975 homes on the market just before the pandemic. This gradual rise in inventory suggests a steadying market rather than a dramatic shift in either direction.
Days on market have also ticked up slightly. At this time last year, homes spent an average of 69 days on the market before selling; that figure has now increased to 74 days. This is a natural consequence of inventory growth, as buyers have more options and may take longer to make purchasing decisions.
So far in 2025, Bluffton has recorded 249 closed sales, identical to the number of sales seen in the same period last year. This equates to approximately 125 transactions per month. With 851 homes currently listed, the market is sitting at a 6.8-month supply of inventory, up from 6.6 months last month. This trend suggests the market is transitioning from a seller’s market to a neutral one, with the potential to shift toward a buyer’s market if inventory continues to rise.
One of the key factors influencing the market outlook is interest rates. While the Federal Reserve has adjusted the federal funds rate over the past year, mortgage rates did not immediately respond. However, recent declines in the ten-year Treasury note have led to a slight decrease in mortgage rates. If this trend continues, it could encourage more buyers to enter the market, supporting transaction volume and stabilizing price growth.
Speaking of prices, the median sales price in Bluffton has climbed to $587,500, an 11.8% increase from $518,000 at this time last year. Despite rising inventory, home values continue to appreciate, reflecting sustained demand and the overall desirability of Bluffton as a place to live.
On a national scale, the housing market has seen renewed activity in early 2025, with home sales increasing even as mortgage rates remain relatively high. Affordability remains a concern in many areas, but steady economic growth in manufacturing and real estate suggests resilience. That said, inflation and potential policy changes out of Washington, D.C. remain wild cards that could influence market conditions in the coming months.
As we move into the warmer months, it will be interesting to see whether these trends continue. For now, Bluffton’s market remains balanced and stable. Stay tuned for next month’s update!
Dan Prud’homme is the Visionary & Success Coach of The Prud’homme Team at William Raveis Real Estate. dan@danprudhomme.com theprudhommeteam.com
