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Lake Murray waterfront properties carry a median listing price around $800,000 in 2026, with Chapin roughly $562,000 to $825,000 and Lexington deep-water near $1.18 million. Buyers need to verify Dominion Energy dock permits, seasonal water depth, and shoreline condition before an offer. About 126 to 177 active lakefront listings at a given time.
Read MoreLake Murray SC homes in 2026 are several stacked markets, not one number. Near-lake cottages and subdivisions start in the low-to-mid $400s, Chapin waterfront three-bedrooms have been closing near $825,000, and Lexington deep-water has averaged closer to $1.18 million. Dock permits through Dominion Energy, HOA dues, and water depth at the dock belong in due diligence.
Read MoreMLS Area 11, Lexington and surrounding areas, closed 228 homes in June 2026 at a $315,750 median, up 0.2% from June 2025. Inventory rose 25.3% to 460 homes, while sellers still received 99.1% of list price. Year to date, 1,062 closings and a $310,000 median. Source: CMLS Local Market Update, current as of July 10, 2026.
Read MoreWhat is the best way to sell on Lake Murray in 2026? This market rewards preparation. Waterfront medians run about $825,000 to $1.18 million; non-waterfront sits near $430,000 to $490,000.
Read MoreRelocating to Lake Murray in 2026: Chapin waterfront medians sit near $825,000 and Lexington deep-water around $1.18 million. South Carolina owner-occupied property tax is about half a percent.
Read MoreAs of mid-2026, there are approximately 177 active listings across Lake Murray, with a lake-wide median list price of $725,000. Waterfront listings run a median of $520,000 and about 86 days on market.
Read MoreAs of mid-2026, Lake Murray has about 177 active listings and 2.5 months of supply. Closed-sale medians sit near $490,000-$497,000. True lakefront averages about $850,000 versus about $440,000 off-water.
Read MoreBefore you fall for a dock or a sunset view, get the numbers. What Lake Murray homes actually sell for in 2026, what waterfront really adds, and which neighborhoods hold value best.
Read MoreBefore you fall for a dock or a sunset view, get the numbers. What Lake Murray homes actually sell for in 2026, what waterfront really adds, and which neighborhoods hold value best.
Read MoreNot All Lexington, SC Homes Are Selling in 2026 — Here's Why This One Sold Over List Price
Read MoreTwo Lake Murray homes, a mile apart, $800K apart in price. Here's what actually drives the gap — dock permits, water depth, shoreline, and location on the lake.
Read MoreCan you sell your home as-is and still walk away happy? One Ascot Estates seller did after 20 years in the home. Here's the exact formula that made it easy.
Read MoreThe agent you hire on Lake Murray can swing your bottom line by tens of thousands. Here's a vetted 2026 shortlist and the exact questions to ask before you sign.
Read MoreHow to sell your Lake Murray SC home for the strongest price: waterfront pricing, Dominion dock permit rules, staging, and reaching out-of-state buyers.
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