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2025 is off to a hot start on Kiawah Island, as homes continue to grow in value, and a scarcity has fueled a seller’s market. The moral of the story so far this year is: homes on Kiawah Island are a hot commodity, and there’s no better time than now to purchase a piece of Lowcountry luxury. Notable Market Observations Q1 Snapshot: Island-Wide Insights  62 Properties Closed $146M Total Dollar Volume $3.1M Single-Family Home Median Price $1.3M Homesite Median Price $849K Villa & Cottage Median Price Closings & Home Value In Q1, Kiawah Island saw 62 closings totalling $146.5 million, which reflects a 15% decrease in transactions compared to Q1 2024. However, this also reflects a 15% increase in total dollar volume YOY (year-over-year), showing that the trend of Kiawah Island home appreciation remains strong. Limited Inventory Homes have gone fast over the past few years, and the lack of inventory is clear proof. Currently, there are just 119 active listings on Kiawah Island, or just 2.5% of the Island’s 4,797 units. Inventory remains limited, with single-family homes flat at 53 homes YOY. Available villas and cottages dropped from 56 to 46 YOY, and homesites dropped from 39 to only 20 YOY.  Single-Family Home Market The single-family home market is as strong as ever. Single-family homes saw a 26% increase in transactions and a 40% increase in sales volume YOY. Both median and average prices were also on the rise, with the majority of sales falling between the $2-5M range.  Homesites Value Growing Homesites’ median prices increased 144% year over year, rising from $537K to just over $1.3M. In comparison, villa and cottage median prices dropped 14% year over year, from $998K to $849K. Q1 Closings Comparison Q1 on Kiawah Island saw single-family homes outperform the other property categories substantially. While both villas and homesites saw a decrease in properties closed, homesites did see a massive jump in median price, showing the value of Kiawah Island land is still at a premium. See a breakdown of the exact closing numbers for each property type below: Villas & Cottages Properties Closed: 19 (-37% YOY) Volume: $19,619,000 (-45% YOY) Median Price: $849,000 (-14% YOY) Homes Properties Closed: 29 (+26% YOY) Volume: $107,878,000 (+40% YOY) Median Price: $3,145,000 (+7% YOY) Average Price: $3,720,000 (+11% YOY) Homesites Properties Closed: 14 (-30% YOY) Volume: $18,990,000 (+33% YOY) Median Price: $1,308,000 (+144% YOY) Average Price: $1,356,000 (+90% YOY) View Full Report Here: Kiawah Island Q1 Report Kiawah Island Real Estate Q1 Report Kiawah Island Real Estate had an excellent Q1, closing 43 properties and generating $114 million in revenue. These numbers represented 74% of all transactions and 79% of the Island’s total dollar volume. As mentioned above, the standout this quarter is single-family homes selling under the $2M mark, which reflects rising prices.  As always, we have opportunities to own new property on the Island. Our newest release, Ocean Pines, is a shining example of the dedication to responsible development focused on living within nature.  Reach Out to the Kiawah Island Real Estate Team Whether you’re a property owner considering selling or a homebuyer looking for a home in the Lowcountry, we have it all for you here. Contact one of our experienced sales agents through the form below, and we will be happy to walk you through the available properties on Kiawah Island.

New construction on Kiawah Island has always blended southern charm and luxury with an acute awareness of the delicacy of the Island’s surrounding nature. Since 1974, a celebrated master development plan has guided all new development, ensuring the Designing with Nature philosophy has stayed at the heart of every new property. The current stewards of Kiawah Island, South Street Partners, continue to carry the torch for masterful new developments on the Island. Maintaining the vision from 50 years ago, South Street Partners combines experience in real estate acquisitions, development, management, and sales, and promises maximized homeowner value through man-made structures and natural environments. Are you interested in learning what new developments are currently available on the Island? Read on as we dive into the latest homes for sale on Kiawah Island. Available New Developer Releases While Kiawah Island boasts historic Lowcountry charm, our new developer offerings add to its best-in-class reputation. Below, we’ll explore some of our available new developer offerings. Ocean Pines Ocean Pines, the Island’s newest luxury residences, offers unparalleled island living in our West Beach community. Boasting 69 luxury residences, this new community embodies layered living while effortlessly blending with the surrounding nature. Some of the notable amenities include a central lagoon, rooftop decks, covered parking, beach access, and electric vehicle charging stations. Members also enjoy access to The Cape Club, which includes an infinity pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a Latin-inspired al fresco bar and grill led by Kiawah Island Club Chef Nico Quintero and Culinary Advisor and James Beard Award–winning chef Mike Lata. Interested in purchasing a slice of the newest Kiawah Island developments? View floor plans and pricing below! View Ocean Pines Floor Plans and Pricing here! Ocean Park Settled on Kiawah’s rugged eastern tip, you’ll find Ocean Park—a community filled with large homesites, a mile-long park, lush vegetation, and world-class views of marsh, river, ocean, and the famous Ocean Course.  Related: The Top 7 Most Difficult Golf Courses in the World Ocean Park residents also enjoy access to Marsh House, an impeccable private community gathering place that ties the neighborhood together. With dining, drinking, and relaxation options available, Marsh House invites Members to bask in the Lowcountry sunshine as life slows down and time is treasured. The main gathering place features an infinity pool, cocktail bar, and grill, all with a beautiful view of the famed Ocean Course tree line. Ocean Park includes two developer neighborhoods—Front Nine Lane and Marsh Walk, each boasting their own coastal charm and exquisite properties. Only a few of these luxury properties are left for sale!  View Ocean Park Properties here!  Coming This Summer: Upper Burn We are excited for our new offering opening this summer: Upper Burn. Located just beyond the gate within the coveted Cassique neighborhood, Upper Burn will feature five homes and one Kiawah Island Club Membership lot.  Learn More About Upper Burn here! Living on Kiawah Island Life on Kiawah Island is filled with endless activities, abundant nature, and a thriving community built upon a robust social calendar. Whether new builds or historic Lowcountry homesites, our Members truly have it all on the Island. With a moderate climate and access to a range of water activities, life is enjoyed year-round on Kiawah Island. Our luxury properties are set against some of the most beautiful terrain in the country, making it some of the most sought-after real estate in the US.  Learn More: A Day in the Life of a Kiawah Resident Find Your New Home on Kiawah Island Kiawah Island always has something new and exciting to explore, and that same truth extends itself to our new developments. If you’re curious about the new developer releases currently available on the Island, click the button below. We are excited to see you soon on Kiawah!