North Carolina Housing Market

Cold Market

Housing market data and trends for North Carolina. Track median prices, inventory, days on market, and competition metrics for real estate investors.

Data period: March 2026

Median Sale Price

$382K

0.3% YoY

Days on Market

77 days

32.8% YoY

Active Inventory

47,960

12.3% YoY

Homes Sold

12,096

0.1% YoY

Cold Market

Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.

North Carolina Market Summary

The North Carolina housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $382K, up 0.3% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 77 days on the market, 32.8% longer than a year ago.

There are 47,960 homes for sale — 12.3% more than last year. With 4.0 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 19,444 new listings were added during this period, up 4.8% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 97.9% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 16.6% of homes sell above their asking price. 26.8% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

73

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 4.0
Days on Market 77
Price Drops 26.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio 97.9%
Market Temperature Cold

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 12.5%
Days on Market (National: 55) 40.0%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 96.4%

Investor Takeaway

The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals.

North Carolina Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$420K

Price per Sq Ft

$206

Sale-to-List Ratio

97.9%

Months of Supply

4.0

Sold Above List

16.6%

Price Drops

26.8%

New Listings

19,444

4.8% YoY

Pending Sales

13,115

Metro Areas in North Carolina

Charlotte, NC metro area

$409K median

Cool Market

74 days

on market

Raleigh, NC metro area

$436K median

Cool Market

57 days

on market

Fayetteville, NC metro area

$300K median

Cool Market

69 days

on market

Winston-Salem, NC metro area

$315K median

Cool Market

71 days

on market

Durham, NC metro area

$442K median

Cool Market

52 days

on market

Greensboro, NC metro area

$298K median

Cool Market

59 days

on market

Asheville, NC metro area

$431K median

Cold Market

119 days

on market

Wilmington, NC metro area

$460K median

Cool Market

77 days

on market

Jacksonville, NC metro area

$313K median

Cool Market

71 days

on market

Hickory, NC metro area

$315K median

Cold Market

101 days

on market

New Bern, NC metro area

$322K median

Cool Market

82 days

on market

Greenville, NC metro area

$270K median

Cool Market

55 days

on market

Pinehurst, NC metro area

$470K median

Cold Market

88 days

on market

Burlington, NC metro area

$329K median

Cool Market

58 days

on market

Rocky Mount, NC metro area

$261K median

Cold Market

91 days

on market

Goldsboro, NC metro area

$267K median

Cold Market

88 days

on market

Morehead City, NC metro area

$515K median

Cold Market

66 days

on market

Elizabeth City, NC metro area

$330K median

Cool Market

89 days

on market

Sanford, NC metro area

$330K median

Cool Market

104 days

on market

Shelby, NC metro area

$260K median

Cold Market

99 days

on market

Kill Devil Hills, NC metro area

$614K median

Cold Market

65 days

on market

Albemarle, NC metro area

$318K median

Cold Market

56 days

on market

Wilson, NC metro area

$258K median

Cold Market

95 days

on market

Boone, NC metro area

$498K median

Cold Market

125 days

on market

Forest City, NC metro area

$250K median

Cold Market

139 days

on market

North Wilkesboro, NC metro area

$253K median

Cool Market

71 days

on market

Washington, NC metro area

$288K median

Cool Market

54 days

on market

Brevard, NC metro area

$608K median

Cold Market

114 days

on market

Lumberton, NC metro area

$223K median

Cold Market

78 days

on market

Mount Airy, NC metro area

$253K median

Cold Market

78 days

on market

Cullowhee, NC metro area

$448K median

Cold Market

177 days

on market

Roanoke Rapids, NC metro area

$170K median

Cold Market

116 days

on market

Marion, NC metro area

$296K median

Cold Market

145 days

on market

Kinston, NC metro area

$245K median

Cold Market

90 days

on market

Henderson, NC metro area

$168K median

Cool Market

33 days

on market

Rockingham, NC metro area

$199K median

Cold Market

94 days

on market

Laurinburg, NC metro area

$199K median

Cold Market

122 days

on market

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