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CLAYTON, NC 27520

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Johnston County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27520

Hialeah · Poole Farms · Stoney Creek · Willowbrook

Market Analysis

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

The CLAYTON, NC real estate market (27520) currently shows 314 active listings, with 135 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 25 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 55 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.4% year-over-year, from $354,900 to $350,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 46,059  ·  Density: 251.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,694

Typical home value: $241,291  ·  Homeownership: 77.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
314
⇩ 7.4% vs 339 last year
Pending
135
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$350,000
⇩ 1.4% vs $354,900 last year
Average Price
$409,937
⇧ 8.4% vs $378,313 last year
Days on Market
55
⇧ 19.6% vs 46 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$197
⇧ 2.1% vs $193/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,800 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 314 this year vs 339 last year
  • Days on market: 55 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $350,000 (-1.4% YoY)
  • Average: $409,937 (+8.4% 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 18.4 miles — 1,913 listings ($1,056,532,082 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27520Clayton, NC 275200.0 mi282$112,753,752$349,495$399,836
27529Garner, NC 275296.8 mi296$133,953,912$415,475$452,547
27577Smithfield, NC 2757711.0 mi211$80,109,315$347,648$379,665
27592Willow Spring, NC 2759211.9 mi119$52,198,398$437,491$438,642
27576Selma, NC 2757612.1 mi145$55,553,125$335,461$383,125
27601Raleigh, NC 2760114.4 mi71$51,961,066$589,750$731,846
27501Angier, NC 2750114.8 mi286$109,447,910$360,349$382,685
27640Raleigh, NC 2764015.2 mi1$760,000$760,000$760,000
27555Micro, NC 2755515.4 mi1$289,000$289,000$289,000
27605Raleigh, NC 2760516.0 mi42$23,552,088$383,725$560,764
27608Raleigh, NC 2760816.9 mi80$117,852,720$1,198,750$1,473,159
27616Raleigh, NC 2761618.0 mi230$87,075,700$349,125$378,590
27609Raleigh, NC 2760918.4 mi149$231,025,096$795,000$1,550,504

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CLAYTON, NC 27520?

As of March 2026, there are 314 active listings in CLAYTON, NC (zip code 27520), compared to 339 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CLAYTON, NC 27520?

The median listing price in CLAYTON, NC 27520 is $350,000 as of March 2026, a 1.4% decrease from $354,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in CLAYTON, NC 27520 spend an average of 55 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 CLAYTON, NC 27520?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CLAYTON, NC 27520 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 25 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 55 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CLAYTON, NC 27520 save an estimated $7,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $350,000. 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.