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WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Forsyth County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
216
⇧ 14.3% vs 189 last year
Pending
74
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$400,500
⇩ 8.4% vs $437,382 last year
Average Price
$509,128
⇩ 18.5% vs $625,029 last year
Days on Market
95
⇧ 35.7% vs 70 days last year

Market Context

Population: 48,823  ·  Density: 662.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,308

Typical home value: $256,726  ·  Homeownership: 53.1%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WINSTON SALEM, NC real estate market (27106) currently shows 216 active listings, with 74 pending sales. Homes are averaging 95 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.4% year-over-year, from $437,382 to $400,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 216 this year vs 189 last year
  • Days on market: 95 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $400,500 (-8.4% YoY)
  • Average: $509,128 (-18.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.6 miles — 1,217 listings ($539,343,495 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27106Winston Salem, NC 271060.0 mi216$109,971,648$400,500$509,128
27040Pfafftown, NC 270404.1 mi50$22,218,550$359,000$444,371
27103Winston Salem, NC 271035.8 mi132$41,023,488$309,450$310,784
27101Winston Salem, NC 271017.2 mi67$23,952,165$296,750$357,495
27023Lewisville, NC 270238.0 mi72$49,382,352$499,900$685,866
27051Walkertown, NC 270519.6 mi29$10,147,071$329,950$349,899
27019Germanton, NC 2701911.0 mi10$4,936,290$298,950$493,629
27107Winston Salem, NC 2710712.0 mi165$56,737,230$322,000$343,862
27284Kernersville, NC 2728413.8 mi254$101,540,818$365,000$399,767
27006Advance, NC 2700615.2 mi95$38,563,825$399,900$405,935
27052Walnut Cove, NC 2705215.9 mi30$14,927,340$312,950$497,578
27235Colfax, NC 2723517.8 mi48$28,252,800$436,855$588,600
27310Oak Ridge, NC 2731018.6 mi49$37,689,918$720,000$769,182

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106?

As of January 2026, there are 216 active listings in WINSTON SALEM, NC (zip code 27106), compared to 189 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106?

The median listing price in WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106 is $400,500 as of January 2026, a 8.4% decrease from $437,382 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WINSTON SALEM, NC?

Homes in WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106 spend an average of 95 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WINSTON SALEM, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106 save an estimated $8,010 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $400,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.