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Summerwinds Waverly Place Wellington Park

CARY, NC 27518

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Wake County
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27518

Summerwinds · Waverly Place · Wellington Park

Market Analysis

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

The CARY, NC real estate market (27518) currently shows 62 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7% year-over-year, from $764,950 to $711,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 19,102  ·  Density: 745.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $117,647

Typical home value: $545,576  ·  Homeownership: 66.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
62
⇩ 17.3% vs 75 last year
Pending
16
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$711,250
⇩ 7% vs $764,950 last year
Average Price
$855,681
⇧ 0.5% vs $851,172 last year
Days on Market
28
⇩ 39.1% vs 46 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$250
⇩ 2% vs $255/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,912 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 62 this year vs 75 last year
  • Days on market: 28 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $711,250 (-7% YoY)
  • Average: $855,681 (+0.5% 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 13.3 miles — 1,659 listings ($1,026,999,444 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27518Cary, NC 275180.0 mi38$35,726,688$728,500$940,176
27606Raleigh, NC 276063.2 mi118$71,378,436$430,750$604,902
27513Cary, NC 275135.3 mi92$60,218,416$499,000$654,548
27502Apex, NC 275027.6 mi179$113,193,514$537,500$632,366
27605Raleigh, NC 276057.9 mi42$23,552,088$383,725$560,764
27601Raleigh, NC 276018.4 mi71$51,961,066$589,750$731,846
27608Raleigh, NC 276089.0 mi80$117,852,720$1,198,750$1,473,159
27560Morrisville, NC 275609.4 mi66$38,321,382$495,000$580,627
27523Apex, NC 2752310.5 mi155$125,633,700$568,750$810,540
27529Garner, NC 2752912.1 mi296$133,953,912$415,475$452,547
27610Raleigh, NC 2761012.8 mi300$123,856,200$352,875$412,854
27562New Hill, NC 2756213.1 mi42$48,446,202$742,500$1,153,481
27604Raleigh, NC 2760413.3 mi180$82,905,120$358,325$460,584

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARY, NC 27518?

As of September 2026, there are 62 active listings in CARY, NC (zip code 27518), compared to 75 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARY, NC 27518?

The median listing price in CARY, NC 27518 is $711,250 as of September 2026, a 7% decrease from $764,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARY, NC 27518 spend an average of 28 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARY, NC 27518?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CARY, NC 27518 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

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

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