By Chris Haro, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty. SC Real Estate License #79664. Last updated .
Plain-spoken guides to buying, selling and moving to the Lowcountry.
November 11, 2026
Why Existing Homes Now Outprice New Construction
For over 50 years, new construction sold at a premium to existing homes. By Q2 2026 the median existing home ($429,800) costs $21,100 more than the median new home ($408,700).
October 14, 2026
Before you buy on Hilton Head Island, pick your community first, learn what the HOA covers, and plan for insurance and storm preparation. The island is a collection of very different neighborhoods, and the right one depends on how you want to live.
October 13, 2026
Hilton Head Island is the better fit if you want beaches, resort-style communities and an island setting. Bluffton is the better fit if you want newer homes, more space and a mainland town with its own character. Many buyers tour both before deciding.
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