Active Listings
129
⇧ 30.3% vs 99 last year
Population: 44,697 · Density: 184.6/mi² · Median household income: $94,354
Typical home value: $468,558 · Homeownership: 71.3%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The CHAPEL HILL, NC real estate market (27516) currently shows 129 active listings, with 45 pending sales. Homes are averaging 92 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 73 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 8.8% year-over-year, from $671,425 to $612,500.
Whether you are buying or selling in CHAPEL HILL, 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.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27516 | Chapel Hill, NC 27516 | 0.0 mi | 129 | $97,346,496 | $612,500 | $754,624 |
| 27514 | Chapel Hill, NC 27514 | 7.1 mi | 59 | $46,970,962 | $444,600 | $796,118 |
| 27340 | Saxapahaw, NC 27340 | 9.2 mi | 3 | $1,950,000 | $650,000 | $650,000 |
| 27253 | Graham, NC 27253 | 11.4 mi | 173 | $70,789,524 | $389,700 | $409,188 |
| 27243 | Efland, NC 27243 | 11.7 mi | 24 | $22,368,696 | $808,300 | $932,029 |
| 27705 | Durham, NC 27705 | 12.4 mi | 113 | $63,086,883 | $427,500 | $558,291 |
| 27258 | Haw River, NC 27258 | 12.9 mi | 31 | $12,130,982 | $350,000 | $391,322 |
| 27523 | Apex, NC 27523 | 14.8 mi | 155 | $133,674,480 | $650,000 | $862,416 |
| 27519 | Cary, NC 27519 | 16.5 mi | 163 | $119,436,457 | $600,000 | $732,739 |
| 27560 | Morrisville, NC 27560 | 18.6 mi | 55 | $30,959,720 | $494,763 | $562,904 |
| 27502 | Apex, NC 27502 | 19.0 mi | 180 | $114,670,980 | $555,000 | $637,061 |
| 27559 | Moncure, NC 27559 | 19.8 mi | 9 | $6,018,426 | $430,000 | $668,714 |
| 27231 | Cedar Grove, NC 27231 | 20.2 mi | 9 | $6,356,700 | $617,000 | $706,300 |
As of January 2026, there are 129 active listings in CHAPEL HILL, NC (zip code 27516), compared to 99 the prior year.
The median listing price in CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516 is $612,500 as of January 2026, a 8.8% decrease from $671,425 the prior year.
Homes in CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516 spend an average of 92 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 30 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 73 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHAPEL HILL, NC 27516 save an estimated $12,250 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $612,500. 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.