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CARY, NC 27513

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
93
⇧ 1.1% vs 92 last year
Pending
38
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,500
⇩ 12.1% vs $568,250 last year
Average Price
$696,642
⇧ 2.1% vs $682,227 last year
Days on Market
74
⇧ 54.2% vs 48 days last year

Market Context

Population: 47,195  ·  Density: 1,111.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $116,669

Typical home value: $431,384  ·  Homeownership: 63.3%

Market Analysis

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

The CARY, NC real estate market (27513) currently shows 93 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 74 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.1% year-over-year, from $568,250 to $499,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 93 this year vs 92 last year
  • Days on market: 74 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,500 (-12.1% YoY)
  • Average: $696,642 (+2.1% 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 13.9 miles — 1,954 listings ($1,233,422,053 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27513Cary, NC 275130.0 mi93$64,787,706$499,500$696,642
27560Morrisville, NC 275604.1 mi55$30,959,720$494,763$562,904
27519Cary, NC 275194.8 mi163$119,436,457$600,000$732,739
27606Raleigh, NC 276066.4 mi110$67,445,730$474,165$613,143
27617Raleigh, NC 276177.4 mi77$35,728,077$430,000$464,001
27605Raleigh, NC 276058.3 mi40$26,486,480$387,000$662,162
27539Apex, NC 275398.7 mi103$70,743,078$628,418$686,826
27713Durham, NC 277139.4 mi172$104,656,668$415,000$608,469
27609Raleigh, NC 276099.9 mi141$210,585,756$855,000$1,493,516
27703Durham, NC 2770311.1 mi416$185,241,888$415,300$445,293
27603Raleigh, NC 2760312.4 mi271$145,821,848$449,000$538,088
27604Raleigh, NC 2760413.4 mi170$80,459,810$375,000$473,293
27540Holly Springs, NC 2754013.9 mi143$91,068,835$585,000$636,845

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARY, NC 27513?

As of January 2026, there are 93 active listings in CARY, NC (zip code 27513), compared to 92 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARY, NC 27513?

The median listing price in CARY, NC 27513 is $499,500 as of January 2026, a 12.1% decrease from $568,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARY, NC 27513 spend an average of 74 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARY, NC 27513?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CARY, NC 27513 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARY, NC 27513 save an estimated $9,990 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,500. 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.