Savannah Real Estate Market Update – April 2026

Housing Trends Across Savannah, Chatham, Effingham, Bryan & Liberty Counties

The Savannah-area housing market continued to evolve in March as inventory increased across much of the region and buyer activity settled into a more measured pace.

While some areas experienced slower sales compared to last year, others saw steady or even improving activity. The result is a market that is gradually moving toward more balanced conditions - something we haven’t seen in several years.

Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening across the Savannah area.

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Savannah Housing Market – April 2026

Savannah’s housing market continued to shift in March, with inventory rising and sales activity trending below last year.

• New listings decreased 12.0%
• Pending sales declined 8.3%
• Closed sales dropped 9.2%
• Inventory increased 20.2%

Homes are taking longer to sell, with days on market rising to 82 days, giving buyers more time and flexibility.

Pricing showed modest adjustment:

• Median price: $365,000 (↓ 5.2%)
• Average price: $501,257 (↓ 0.9%)

Overall, Savannah is continuing to move toward a more balanced market, where pricing and preparation are key.

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Chatham County Real Estate Trends

Chatham County followed a similar pattern, with rising inventory and slightly slower activity compared to last year.

• New listings declined 8.1%
• Pending sales decreased 8.3%
• Closed sales dropped 4.5%
• Inventory increased 20.0%

Homes are taking longer to sell, with days on market increasing to 85 days.

Pricing remained relatively stable:

• Median price: $365,000 (↓ 3.8%)
• Average price: $482,841 (↓ 0.5%)

The market is becoming more balanced, with buyers gaining more options.

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Effingham County Housing Market

Effingham County continued to show strong activity and growth in March.

• New listings increased 12.6%
• Pending sales rose 12.8%
• Closed sales jumped 25.0%
• Inventory increased 48.0%

Homes are taking longer to sell, with days on market rising to 96 days.

Pricing remained steady:

• Median price: $345,000 (↑ 2.1%)
• Average price: $366,404 (↓ 0.5%)

Effingham remains an active and growing market, with both supply and demand increasing.

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Bryan County Real Estate Market

Bryan County showed mixed but steady performance in March.

• New listings decreased 22.2%
• Pending sales increased 11.9%
• Closed sales rose 34.4%
• Inventory slightly declined 5.7%

Homes are taking a bit longer to sell, with days on market at 90 days.

Pricing trends varied:

• Median price: $415,499 (↓ 3.9%)
• Average price: $492,440 (↑ 3.7%)

Demand remains strong, particularly in some areas.

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Liberty County Housing Market

Liberty County continued to show steady activity, with increased sales and rising inventory.

• New listings remained relatively flat
• Pending sales increased 1.8%
• Closed sales rose 24.0%
• Inventory increased 34.1%

Homes are taking longer to sell, with days on market rising to 79 days.

Pricing adjusted modestly:

• Median price: $279,988 (↓ 6.5%)
• Average price: $284,130 (↓ 2.5%)

Liberty County continues to offer strong value for buyers.

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What This Means for Buyers and Sellers

Across the Savannah area, the housing market is continuing to rebalance.

Buyers are seeing:
• More homes to choose from
• Less urgency in decision-making
• Greater negotiating power

Sellers are seeing:
• Continued demand for well-priced homes
• More competition from increased inventory
• The importance of strong pricing and presentation

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The Bottom Line

The Savannah housing market isn’t slowing - it’s stabilizing.

Rising inventory and shifting buyer behavior are creating more balanced conditions across the region. Success today depends on understanding your specific market and positioning your home correctly.

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