The average 30-year fixed rate held at 7.4% for the week of October 15, while Columbia-area home inventory rose 33.7% in September.
This Week in Numbers
Freddie Mac's average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 7.4% for the week of October 15, 2026, the same as the week before.
Week of October 15, 2026. Source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey, released October 15, 2026.
The Consolidated MLS area had 4,237 homes for sale in September 2026, up 33.7% from September 2025.
September 2026. Source: South Carolina REALTORS Monthly Indicators, Consolidated MLS (Columbia area), September 2026, released October 10, 2026.
In the News
SC REALTORS article reviews state rules on written offers
South Carolina REALTORS published a continuing education article by India Whaley explaining state law requiring written offers and dated, initialed changes during negotiations.
Source: South Carolina REALTORS, October 20, 2026.
For informational purposes only. Not financial, legal, or investment advice. Figures come from the sources linked beside each number as of their release dates. Kingfisher Realty LLC, a licensed South Carolina real estate brokerage, Chapin, SC.