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BURLINGTON, NC 27217

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Alamance County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
156
⇧ 10.6% vs 141 last year
Pending
58
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$280,000
⇧ 6.2% vs $263,750 last year
Average Price
$316,353
⇧ 7.1% vs $295,462 last year
Days on Market
72
⇩ 11.1% vs 81 days last year

Market Context

Population: 40,036  ·  Density: 125.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,450

Typical home value: $137,874  ·  Homeownership: 64.3%

Market Analysis

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

The BURLINGTON, NC real estate market (27217) currently shows 156 active listings, with 58 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.2% year-over-year, from $263,750 to $280,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 156 this year vs 141 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $280,000 (+6.2% YoY)
  • Average: $316,353 (+7.1% 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 21.7 miles — 891 listings ($369,034,023 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27217Burlington, NC 272170.0 mi156$49,351,068$280,000$316,353
27302Mebane, NC 273027.7 mi193$87,500,989$399,000$453,373
27258Haw River, NC 2725811.4 mi31$12,130,982$350,000$391,322
27215Burlington, NC 2721512.6 mi210$91,863,870$380,000$437,447
27243Efland, NC 2724313.2 mi24$22,368,696$808,300$932,029
27377Whitsett, NC 2737716.2 mi59$23,429,490$300,000$397,110
27214Browns Summit, NC 2721416.7 mi35$19,772,270$457,900$564,922
27340Saxapahaw, NC 2734017.5 mi3$1,950,000$650,000$650,000
27320Reidsville, NC 2732018.6 mi145$44,155,400$289,900$304,520
27212Blanch, NC 2721219.5 mi3$1,950,000$650,000$650,000
27349Snow Camp, NC 2734920.4 mi14$5,784,716$372,500$413,194
27311Pelham, NC 2731120.6 mi6$1,345,374$209,900$224,229
27283Julian, NC 2728321.7 mi12$7,431,168$539,000$619,264

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BURLINGTON, NC 27217?

As of January 2026, there are 156 active listings in BURLINGTON, NC (zip code 27217), compared to 141 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BURLINGTON, NC 27217?

The median listing price in BURLINGTON, NC 27217 is $280,000 as of January 2026, a 6.2% increase from $263,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BURLINGTON, NC 27217 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BURLINGTON, NC 27217?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BURLINGTON, NC 27217 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BURLINGTON, NC 27217 save an estimated $5,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $280,000. 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.