Active Listings
145
⇧ 16% vs 125 last year
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Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The HILLSBOROUGH, NC real estate market (27278) currently shows 145 active listings, with 55 pending sales. Homes are averaging 32 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 41 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 23.4% year-over-year, from $455,000 to $561,250.
Whether you are buying or selling in HILLSBOROUGH, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 28,048 · Density: 104.4/mi² · Median household income: $94,525
Typical home value: $350,141 · Homeownership: 78.5%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27278 | Hillsborough, NC 27278 | 0.0 mi | 101 | $69,571,830 | $501,080 | $688,830 |
| 27705 | Durham, NC 27705 | 7.3 mi | 134 | $74,620,848 | $478,000 | $556,872 |
| 27231 | Cedar Grove, NC 27231 | 9.4 mi | 10 | $7,019,170 | $648,500 | $701,917 |
| 27302 | Mebane, NC 27302 | 10.5 mi | 192 | $85,732,032 | $405,000 | $446,521 |
| 27541 | Hurdle Mills, NC 27541 | 12.1 mi | 4 | $1,991,132 | $479,000 | $497,783 |
| 27701 | Durham, NC 27701 | 12.2 mi | 118 | $73,869,770 | $460,500 | $626,015 |
| 27503 | Bahama, NC 27503 | 12.7 mi | 7 | $4,799,060 | $699,900 | $685,580 |
| 27704 | Durham, NC 27704 | 14.7 mi | 185 | $67,665,970 | $329,950 | $365,762 |
| 27572 | Rougemont, NC 27572 | 16.1 mi | 16 | $9,753,360 | $498,200 | $609,585 |
| 27253 | Graham, NC 27253 | 16.8 mi | 177 | $70,793,274 | $386,996 | $399,962 |
| 27517 | Chapel Hill, NC 27517 | 17.1 mi | 121 | $117,876,143 | $827,500 | $974,183 |
| 27703 | Durham, NC 27703 | 18.0 mi | 440 | $194,054,080 | $404,033 | $441,032 |
| 27581 | Stem, NC 27581 | 21.3 mi | 21 | $8,449,581 | $376,843 | $402,361 |
As of April 2026, there are 145 active listings in HILLSBOROUGH, NC (zip code 27278), compared to 125 the prior year.
The median listing price in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 is $561,250 as of April 2026, a 23.4% increase from $455,000 the prior year.
Homes in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 spend an average of 32 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 20 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 41 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 save an estimated $11,225 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $561,250. 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.