Welcome to the blog of the Patrick O'Connor Team, your premier resource for real estate insights in the South Carolina Midlands. Our content offers expert analysis on market trends, home-selling strategies, and local community guides. We provide the knowledge you need to make informed real estate decisions while also helping you discover the best of what Columbia and the surrounding areas have to offer.
If you’re planning a Lake Murray SC home sale in 2026, inventory currently runs 126–177 listings with about 115 true waterfront homes competing for buyers. Median list prices sit between $725,000 and $800,000 lake-wide. Pricing to your submarket comps, launching in the spring window, and documenting Dominion Energy dock permits are the decisions that most affect your net.
Read MoreEvery Irmo homeowner asks what their home is worth right now. Online estimates can swing tens of thousands of dollars. This guide breaks down 2026 Irmo market data, neighborhood price-per-square-foot ranges, and three ways to get a reliable number for your specific home.
Read MoreIrmo SC real estate in 2026 shows about 239 active listings and a median list price near $317,000. Inventory is up and 58.6% of sales closed below list. This overview covers prices, neighborhoods, school zones, and commute times.
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