FSBO in South Carolina
South Carolina is an attorney-state — a licensed SC attorney must conduct the closing. Budget $500–$1,500. Charleston, Greenville, and Myrtle Beach are the hottest markets. Strong in-migration from the Northeast has pushed prices up significantly.
Step 1: Price Your Home
Charleston is competitive — use Consolidated MLS sold data via Zillow and Redfin. Greenville has become a tech and manufacturing hub driving steady demand. Myrtle Beach is driven by retirement and vacation buyers.
Step 2: MLS Access
South Carolina uses the Consolidated MLS (CMLS) for Columbia, the Carolina Foothills MLS for Greenville/Spartanburg, and the Charleston MLS. Flat-fee services (Homecoin, ListWithFreedom) provide access for $99–$299.
Step 3: Disclosure
SC sellers must provide a Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement under SC Code §27-50-40. The form must be given to buyers before or at the time of signing a purchase agreement.
Step 4: Negotiate
Standard SC purchase agreements include 10-day inspection contingencies. Termite inspections (WDO reports) are required by most lenders. Flood insurance is a significant concern in coastal and low-lying areas.
Step 5: Close
Attorney-handled closing. SC deed recording fee: $1.85/$500 of consideration (seller pays). Attorney fee: $500–$1,500.
Find South Carolina flat-fee MLS services at byownerhub.com/south-carolina-fsbo-guide.