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South Carolina Foreclosures and Distressed Properties Statewide

Listed foreclosures in South Carolina draw crowds and bidding wars. In contrast, ForeclosuresDaily.com delivers off-market leads on owners who need to sell quickly, so you can negotiate one-on-one, away from the MLS.

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South Carolina distressed properties map by area and ZIP code
$360,000
Median listing price (down 2.7%)
58,713
Active listings in South Carolina
67 days
Average time on market
$1,840
Median rent (down 0.1%)

Market data: Realtor.com South Carolina housing market, October 2026. Zillow Home Value Index for South Carolina: $306,323 (up 1% from a year earlier), August 2026. View homes on Zillow.

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Distressed real estate for sale

What is a distressed property?

A distressed property is a home whose owner is under pressure to sell. Usually, the cause is a life event, such as a missed mortgage payment, a death in the family, a divorce, unpaid property taxes, or repairs the owner cannot afford.

The median listing price in South Carolina is near $360,000, so a few points of discount decide whether a flip pays. Generally, those points come from motivated sellers whose property is not publicly advertised for sale and not listed on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Because there is less competition, you can negotiate wholesale pricing instead of bidding against retail buyers.

South Carolina is home to about 5.5 million people. In addition, by inventory, its busiest markets right now are Horry County, Greenville County, and Spartanburg County, where more listings mean more owners under pressure.

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Step-by-step

How to find distressed properties in South Carolina

Foreclosure listing sites show homes after the bank or auction is involved. Therefore, to find a deal first, work earlier in the timeline:

Pick your counties

Initially, start with a few South Carolina counties where you know values and have cash buyers ready.

Choose lead types

Next, pick your leads, because probate, pre-foreclosure, divorce, code violation, and tax delinquency leads each signal a different reason to sell.

Use fresh data

Then use ForeclosuresDaily fresh leads, which are updated daily, so that you reach owners before other investors mail them.

Target your marketing

In addition, data targeting your marketing means mail, calls, and texts go only to owners with a real reason to sell.

Run the numbers

After that, estimate the after-repair value (ARV) from nearby sales, and then apply the 70% Rule.

Make a fair offer

Finally, solve the seller’s problem with a quick, as-is cash close, then wholesale or flip the property.

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Targeted real estate lead generation

Motivated sellers who want to liquidate fast

For this reason, ForeclosuresDaily.com’s off-market real estate platform covers every major distress signal in South Carolina, cross-referenced with tax rolls and property appraiser records.

Probate LeadsExecutors who must sell before the estate can close.Get probate leads →Pre-Probate LeadsFamilies who may sell before a probate case is filed.See pre-probate leads →Inheritance LeadsHeirs who want to sell because they will not keep the home.View inheritance leads →Foreclosure LeadsOwners behind on payments who want to sell before auction.Explore foreclosure leads →Divorce LeadsCouples who must sell when they divide shared assets.Find divorce leads →Eviction LeadsTired landlords who want out because of problem tenants.Browse eviction leads →Code Violation LeadsOwners facing fines because of open violations and costly repairs.Check code violation leads →Tax DelinquencyOwners behind on property taxes who need cash soon.Target tax-delinquent owners →Absentee Owner LeadsOut-of-area owners, especially those far from the property.Reach absentee owners →Life Leads & FSBOOwners selling on their own rather than with an agent.Shop all lead products →
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Find a deal

ARV and the 70% Rule for South Carolina flips

Real estate flippers and wholesalers use the after-repair value (ARV) to set their maximum offer. For example, the 70% Rule says to pay no more than 70% of ARV, minus repairs. As a result, that margin covers holding costs, closing costs, and profit for property flipping, or your assignment fee when you wholesale.

For instance, here is the math using the South Carolina median listing price as the ARV and an 8% repair budget.

70% Rule example

ARV$360,000
70% of ARV$252,000
Estimated repairs− $29,000
Maximum offer$223,000
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Counties

South Carolina counties to target

These are the 10 South Carolina counties with the most homes for sale. Next, choose a county from the menu to open its investing data, and then match the market to your strategy.

Horry CountyBelow state median$315,000Negotiate

Horry County market snapshot

$315,000 ▼ 3.1%Median listing price
$226Price per sq ft
82 daysDays on market
$1,800Median rent
10,567 ▲ 1.1%Active listings
6.9%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $319,813 (up 0.2% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Largest inventory on the list, so there are more owners to reach. Meanwhile, the median price is down 3.1% from a year earlier. As a result, softer pricing gives you room to negotiate with motivated sellers.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$315,000 × 70% − $25,000 repairs = $195,500 max offer

Also see the full Horry County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Horry County homes on Zillow →

Greenville CountyAbove state median$401,450Negotiate

Greenville County market snapshot

$401,450 ▼ 3.3%Median listing price
$202Price per sq ft
58 days ▲ 13.7%Days on market
$1,874 ▲ 3%Median rent
4,832 ▲ 11.9%Active listings
5.6%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $338,464 (up 1.9% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Meanwhile, the median price is down 3.3% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 11.9%. Therefore, sellers here are adjusting to slower demand, so offers below asking get a hearing.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$401,450 × 70% − $32,000 repairs = $249,015 max offer

Also see the full Greenville County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Greenville County homes on Zillow →

Spartanburg CountyBelow state median$308,900Wholesale

Spartanburg County market snapshot

$308,900 ▼ 2.8%Median listing price
$167Price per sq ft
58 days ▲ 9.8%Days on market
$1,674 ▼ 1.5%Median rent
4,591 ▲ 18.7%Active listings
6.5%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $276,355 (up 1.5% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Meanwhile, the median price is down 2.8% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 18.7%. For this reason, prices sit near the area median, so focus on deep discounts from off-market sellers.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$308,900 × 70% − $25,000 repairs = $191,230 max offer

Also see the full Spartanburg County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Spartanburg County homes on Zillow →

Charleston CountyAbove state median$680,000Negotiate

Charleston County market snapshot

$680,000 ▼ 8.1%Median listing price
$373Price per sq ft
60 days ▲ 1.7%Days on market
$2,032 ▲ 3.1%Median rent
3,617 ▲ 2%Active listings
3.6%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $612,976 (up 1.3% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Prices per square foot run higher here than anywhere else on this list. Meanwhile, the median price is down 8.1% from a year earlier. Because of this, use the extra time on market to negotiate repairs into your price.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$680,000 × 70% − $54,000 repairs = $422,000 max offer

Also see the full Charleston County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Charleston County homes on Zillow →

Beaufort CountyAbove state median$529,950Negotiate

Beaufort County market snapshot

$529,950 ▼ 10.2%Median listing price
$335Price per sq ft
92 days ▲ 17.9%Days on market
$2,300Median rent
3,262 ▲ 0.5%Active listings
5.2%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $553,576 (up 1.6% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Homes sit longer here than elsewhere, so long market times create motivated sellers. Meanwhile, the median price is down 10.2% from a year earlier.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$529,950 × 70% − $42,000 repairs = $328,965 max offer

Also see the full Beaufort County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Beaufort County homes on Zillow →

Richland CountyBelow state median$275,000Negotiate

Richland County market snapshot

$275,000 ▼ 4.8%Median listing price
$150Price per sq ft
56 days ▲ 10.2%Days on market
$1,750 ▲ 3.2%Median rent
3,148 ▲ 14.9%Active listings
7.6%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $244,085 (up 1.1% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Entry prices are lower here than in the rest of the group, so it fits wholesaling and first flips. Meanwhile, the median price is down 4.8% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 14.9%.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$275,000 × 70% − $22,000 repairs = $170,500 max offer

Also see the full Richland County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Richland County homes on Zillow →

Berkeley CountyAbove state median$409,684Negotiate

Berkeley County market snapshot

$409,684 ▼ 4%Median listing price
$210Price per sq ft
56 days ▼ 0.9%Days on market
$1,900 ▲ 1.9%Median rent
2,530 ▲ 9.8%Active listings
5.6%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $372,364 (down 0.2% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Meanwhile, the median price is down 4% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 9.8%.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$409,684 × 70% − $33,000 repairs = $253,779 max offer

Also see the full Berkeley County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Berkeley County homes on Zillow →

Lexington CountyBelow state median$325,000Wholesale

Lexington County market snapshot

$325,000 ▼ 0.3%Median listing price
$162Price per sq ft
51 days ▼ 2%Days on market
$1,850 ▼ 5.1%Median rent
2,514 ▲ 3.3%Active listings
6.8%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $274,268 (up 1.7% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Homes sell faster here than anywhere else on the list. Meanwhile, the median price is down 0.3% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 3.3%. Consequently, balanced pricing makes this area a steady source of wholesale deals.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$325,000 × 70% − $26,000 repairs = $201,500 max offer

Also see the full Lexington County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Lexington County homes on Zillow →

York CountyAbove state median$419,000Negotiate

York County market snapshot

$419,000 ▼ 3%Median listing price
$210Price per sq ft
63 days ▲ 20.4%Days on market
$1,639 ▼ 4.2%Median rent
2,329 ▲ 8.8%Active listings
4.7%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $387,516 (down 1.3% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Meanwhile, the median price is down 3% from a year earlier, and inventory is up 8.8%.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$419,000 × 70% − $34,000 repairs = $259,300 max offer

Also see the full York County market report on Realtor.com →Then view York County homes on Zillow →

Anderson CountyBelow state median$343,895Negotiate

Anderson County market snapshot

$343,895Median listing price
$178Price per sq ft
64 days ▲ 20%Days on market
$1,395 ▼ 2.1%Median rent
2,174 ▲ 15.5%Active listings
4.9%Gross rent yield

In addition, the Zillow Home Value Index is $292,313 (up 1.6% from a year earlier) as of August 2026.

Smallest inventory on the list, so an off-market lead faces little competition. Also, inventory is up 15.5% from a year earlier.

Max offer when the ARV equals the median price$343,895 × 70% − $28,000 repairs = $212,726 max offer

Also see the full Anderson County market report on Realtor.com →Then view Anderson County homes on Zillow →

Choose a county from the menu to see its investing data, then compare markets. Market data: Realtor.com, October 2026, and Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026. Also, gross rent yield is 12 months of median rent divided by the median listing price; the 70% Rule example assumes repairs of 8% of the median price.

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FAQ

South Carolina foreclosure and distressed property questions

How do I find distressed properties for sale in South Carolina?

Initially, start with public-record signals such as pre-foreclosure, probate, divorce, and tax delinquency. ForeclosuresDaily.com gathers these records daily, so that you can contact South Carolina owners before the home is listed or sent to auction.

Where can I find foreclosed homes in South Carolina?

Bank-owned and auction homes appear on sites like Realtor.com, Zillow, and Auction.com. However, off-market pre-foreclosure leads let you reach owners earlier, while they can still sell on their own terms.

Which counties have the lowest entry prices?

Among the counties in this guide, the lowest median listing prices are in Richland County at $275,000, Spartanburg County at $308,900, and Horry County at $315,000, based on Realtor.com data from October 2026.

Where do homes sell fastest?

Lexington County has the shortest average time on market in this guide, at 51 days. As a result, fast markets reward investors who can reach owners before a home is listed.

How do I find distressed properties for wholesale profit?

First of all, focus on owners with equity and a reason to sell quickly. Then run the 70% Rule, and finally line up cash buyers before you sign a contract you plan to assign.

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