Bluffton real estate November market update
As we move deeper into the fall season, the Bluffton real estate market is showing mixed signals worth noting. After several months of inventory decline, November brings a slight reversal, giving both buyers and sellers something to watch closely.
The number of homes for sale in Bluffton stands at 768, up modestly from 760 last month. While this increase is small, it breaks a multi-month pattern of shrinking inventory. A rise of just over one percent might not seem dramatic, but any uptick in supply can influence buyer behavior and negotiating power, especially during the slower fall season.
Average days on market saw a sharp and unexpected drop to 55, down from 78 last month. That’s nearly a 30% decrease in market time and the lowest level since early 2023. A year ago, homes were taking around 65 days to sell, so this is a dramatic acceleration. Faster market times signal that well-priced homes are being quickly absorbed by renewed buyer demand—likely a reflection of improving mortgage rate conditions as the year winds down.
However, the pending sales number tells a different story. There are currently 130 homes under contract, down steeply from 214 last month—a 39% decrease and the lowest pending figure of 2025. This suggests that while individual listings are selling faster, overall buyer activity slowed considerably in October and early November. For perspective, this time last year pending sales were around 160, about an 18% annual decline.
So far in 2025, Bluffton has recorded 1,655 closed sales, up from 1,551 last month. Compared to 1,695 at this same time last year, total sales volume is slightly lower—about 2% off 2024’s pace—but still strong given broader market conditions.
Based on current supply and demand, Bluffton’s absorption rate sits at 5.9 months, up from 3.6 months last month, placing us squarely in a neutral market. Anything under four months signals a seller’s market, while five to six months indicates balance, and seven or more points to buyer advantage.
The median sale price for 2025 now sits at $529,900, down from $560,000 in 2024 and $540,000 in 2023. October’s lower-priced transactions pulled this figure down, creating an unusual dip late in the year. Still, this presents a buying opportunity—especially as rates continue to trend lower. When interest rates ease, prices typically correct quickly upward, meaning buyers who act now could benefit from significant appreciation ahead.
In summary, Bluffton’s market remains steady but clearly in transition. Slightly higher inventory, faster sales, and a temporary dip in pending activity all reflect a market finding its equilibrium. With rates improving, conditions are setting the stage for a busy start to 2026—and for buyers, this moment may represent the best value we’ve seen in quite some time.
Talk soon, Bluffton!
Dan Prud’homme is the Visionary & Success Coach of The Prud’homme Team at William Raveis Real Estate. dan@danprudhomme.com theprudhommeteam.com.
