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HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Orange County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27278

Bluffs of Eno · Cascades · Colonial Hills · Colonial Park · Cornwallis Hills · Dimmocks Mill · Eastwood · Garland Acres · Hillcrest · Jappa Oaks · Kingsboro Estates · Oak Ridge · Oakdale Farms · Orange Heights · Poplar Ridge · Rosewood · Seven Mills Farms · Stagecoach Run · Strayhorn Hills · Sunshine Acres · Wildwood · Wilkerson Acres

Market Analysis

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

The HILLSBOROUGH, NC real estate market (27278) currently shows 126 active listings, with 57 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 38 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11.5% year-over-year, from $449,450 to $500,968.

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.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,048  ·  Density: 104.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $94,525

Typical home value: $350,141  ·  Homeownership: 78.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
126
⇧ 26% vs 100 last year
Pending
57
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$500,968
⇧ 11.5% vs $449,450 last year
Average Price
$686,136
⇧ 17.3% vs $584,819 last year
Days on Market
38
⇧ 2.7% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$256
⇩ 7.9% vs $278/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,240 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 126 this year vs 100 last year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $500,968 (+11.5% YoY)
  • Average: $686,136 (+17.3% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 21.3 miles — 1,526 listings ($786,196,250 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27278Hillsborough, NC 272780.0 mi101$69,571,830$501,080$688,830
27705Durham, NC 277057.3 mi134$74,620,848$478,000$556,872
27231Cedar Grove, NC 272319.4 mi10$7,019,170$648,500$701,917
27302Mebane, NC 2730210.5 mi192$85,732,032$405,000$446,521
27541Hurdle Mills, NC 2754112.1 mi4$1,991,132$479,000$497,783
27701Durham, NC 2770112.2 mi118$73,869,770$460,500$626,015
27503Bahama, NC 2750312.7 mi7$4,799,060$699,900$685,580
27704Durham, NC 2770414.7 mi185$67,665,970$329,950$365,762
27572Rougemont, NC 2757216.1 mi16$9,753,360$498,200$609,585
27253Graham, NC 2725316.8 mi177$70,793,274$386,996$399,962
27517Chapel Hill, NC 2751717.1 mi121$117,876,143$827,500$974,183
27703Durham, NC 2770318.0 mi440$194,054,080$404,033$441,032
27581Stem, NC 2758121.3 mi21$8,449,581$376,843$402,361

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278?

As of March 2026, there are 126 active listings in HILLSBOROUGH, NC (zip code 27278), compared to 100 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278?

The median listing price in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 is $500,968 as of March 2026, a 11.5% increase from $449,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 38 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 save an estimated $10,019 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $500,968. 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.