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PRINCETON, NC 27569

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Johnston County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
50
⇩ 3.8% vs 52 last year
Pending
9
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$318,400
⇩ 0.5% vs $319,900 last year
Average Price
$328,579
⇩ 6.9% vs $353,055 last year
Days on Market
134
⇩ 14.6% vs 157 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,963  ·  Density: 43.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,843

Typical home value: $165,926  ·  Homeownership: 68.4%

Market Analysis

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

The PRINCETON, NC real estate market (27569) currently shows 50 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 134 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 134 days on market compared to 157 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.5% year-over-year, from $319,900 to $318,400.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 50 this year vs 52 last year
  • Days on market: 134 now vs 157 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $318,400 (-0.5% YoY)
  • Average: $328,579 (-6.9% 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 23.7 miles — 962 listings ($330,020,998 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27569Princeton, NC 275690.0 mi50$16,428,950$318,400$328,579
27530Goldsboro, NC 275307.2 mi173$45,898,630$240,000$265,310
27577Smithfield, NC 2757710.4 mi191$72,511,240$349,950$379,640
27524Four Oaks, NC 2752411.9 mi114$41,780,088$322,450$366,492
27542Kenly, NC 2754212.9 mi47$18,180,916$354,625$386,828
28333Dudley, NC 2833313.8 mi14$3,762,402$264,900$268,743
27534Goldsboro, NC 2753415.7 mi100$33,726,300$279,450$337,263
28366Newton Grove, NC 2836617.6 mi7$4,864,860$329,900$694,980
27813Black Creek, NC 2781319.1 mi3$566,100$188,700$188,700
27504Benson, NC 2750419.5 mi111$42,585,927$359,850$383,657
27880Sims, NC 2788021.5 mi27$10,255,599$375,336$379,837
28551La Grange, NC 2855123.5 mi119$38,156,636$314,950$320,644
27883Stantonsburg, NC 2788323.7 mi6$1,303,350$210,000$217,225

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PRINCETON, NC 27569?

As of January 2026, there are 50 active listings in PRINCETON, NC (zip code 27569), compared to 52 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PRINCETON, NC 27569?

The median listing price in PRINCETON, NC 27569 is $318,400 as of January 2026, a 0.5% decrease from $319,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in PRINCETON, NC 27569 spend an average of 134 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 157 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PRINCETON, NC 27569?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PRINCETON, NC 27569 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 134 days on market compared to 157 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PRINCETON, NC 27569 save an estimated $6,368 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $318,400. 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.