Johns Island Q4 2024 Real Estate Market Report

The fourth quarter of 2024 closed out the year with a stable and resilient Johns Island real estate market. While activity naturally slowed during the fall and holiday season, pricing remained strong, and buyer demand held steady—particularly for well-priced homes.

Q4 2024 Johns Island Market Overview

From September 1 through December 31, 2024, Johns Island recorded 239 closed residential sales, making Q4 one of the most active quarters of the year despite typical seasonal slowdowns.

Q4 2024 Quick Market Stats (Johns Island)

• Closed Sales: 239

• Total Sales Volume: $197,896,418

• Average Sold Price: $828,018

• Median Sold Price: $680,000

• Average Days on Market: 42 days

• Median Days on Market: 18 days

• Average Sold-to-List Ratio: 98.53%

Source: Charleston Regional MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Pricing Trends: Strong Values to End the Year

Home values on Johns Island remained firm and competitive throughout Q4 2024, even as buyer urgency softened slightly during the holiday period.

• The median sold price of $680,000 reflects continued appreciation and buyer confidence.

• The average sold price of $828,018 was influenced by a healthy mix of higher-end and luxury sales.

• Homes sold at 98.53% of list price on average, showing that sellers who priced accurately continued to achieve strong results.

These numbers confirm that Johns Island ended 2024 with pricing strength intact, rather than any meaningful correction.

Market Pace: Seasonal Slowdown, Predictable Results

As expected in Q4, homes took longer to sell compared to the spring and summer months—but remained within reasonable, predictable timelines.

• 47.3% of homes sold within 30 days

• 60.3% sold within 60 days

• 8.4% of listings exceeded 121 days on market

The median days on market of 18 days indicates that well-positioned homes continued to attract buyers, while listings that missed pricing expectations experienced longer market times.

Buyer & Seller Takeaways - Johns Island Q4 2024

What This Means for Johns Island Buyers:

• Q4 offered improved negotiating opportunities, especially on homes that lingered past 30 – 60 days.

• Less competition during the holiday season allowed buyers more time for due diligence.

• Pricing remained firm, but motivated sellers were more open to concessions.

Buyer Strategy: Use reduced competition to your advantage while staying focused on long-term value and location.

What This Means for Johns Island Sellers:

• Pricing accuracy was critical during the slower season.

• Homes that were prepared, priced correctly, and marketed well continued to sell close to list price.

• Overpricing often led to extended time on market and price reductions.

Seller Strategy: Strategic pricing and strong presentation were essential to protecting value in Q4.

Q4 2024 Johns Island Market - Bottom Line

The Johns Island real estate market finished 2024 on a stable note, with strong pricing and consistent demand. While activity slowed seasonally, market fundamentals remained healthy—setting the stage for a solid start to 2025.