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CLAYTON, NC 27527

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

Market Analysis

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

The CLAYTON, NC real estate market (27527) currently shows 244 active listings, with 86 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 58 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.4% year-over-year, from $419,990 to $414,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 34,321  ·  Density: 300.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $107,666

Typical home value: $320,144  ·  Homeownership: 85.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
244
⇧ 31.2% vs 186 last year
Pending
86
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$414,250
⇩ 1.4% vs $419,990 last year
Average Price
$462,657
⇧ 1.8% vs $454,646 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 7.7% vs 39 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$183
⇩ 2.1% vs $187/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,319 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 244 this year vs 186 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $414,250 (-1.4% YoY)
  • Average: $462,657 (+1.8% 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 19.0 miles — 1,516 listings ($862,137,440 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27527Clayton, NC 275270.0 mi220$102,540,020$417,000$466,091
27576Selma, NC 275768.7 mi145$55,553,125$335,461$383,125
27545Knightdale, NC 2754510.4 mi135$63,575,685$434,900$470,931
27529Garner, NC 2752911.1 mi296$133,953,912$415,475$452,547
27555Micro, NC 2755512.1 mi1$289,000$289,000$289,000
27557Middlesex, NC 2755713.3 mi76$34,011,596$375,000$447,521
27542Kenly, NC 2754214.1 mi39$14,900,184$352,000$382,056
27603Raleigh, NC 2760315.6 mi293$158,423,049$449,999$540,693
27640Raleigh, NC 2764016.8 mi1$760,000$760,000$760,000
27880Sims, NC 2788017.4 mi24$9,319,200$384,990$388,300
27605Raleigh, NC 2760517.8 mi42$23,552,088$383,725$560,764
27524Four Oaks, NC 2752418.2 mi95$34,234,485$323,750$360,363
27609Raleigh, NC 2760919.0 mi149$231,025,096$795,000$1,550,504

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CLAYTON, NC 27527?

As of March 2026, there are 244 active listings in CLAYTON, NC (zip code 27527), compared to 186 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CLAYTON, NC 27527?

The median listing price in CLAYTON, NC 27527 is $414,250 as of March 2026, a 1.4% decrease from $419,990 the prior year.

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

Homes in CLAYTON, NC 27527 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CLAYTON, NC 27527?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CLAYTON, NC 27527 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 58 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 39 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 27527 save an estimated $8,285 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $414,250. 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.