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ZEBULON, NC 27597

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Wake County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
266
⇧ 24.3% vs 214 last year
Pending
99
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$403,900
⇧ 8.2% vs $373,225 last year
Average Price
$496,025
⇧ 8.4% vs $457,607 last year
Days on Market
81
⇩ 5.8% vs 86 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,962  ·  Density: 91.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,283

Typical home value: $238,453  ·  Homeownership: 78.8%

Market Analysis

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

The ZEBULON, NC real estate market (27597) currently shows 266 active listings, with 99 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 52 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 81 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.2% year-over-year, from $373,225 to $403,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 266 this year vs 214 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 86 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $403,900 (+8.2% YoY)
  • Average: $496,025 (+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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.0 miles — 2,077 listings ($1,171,460,588 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27597Zebulon, NC 275970.0 mi266$131,942,650$403,900$496,025
27557Middlesex, NC 275577.1 mi79$34,001,442$378,900$430,398
27545Knightdale, NC 2754510.7 mi127$60,410,471$444,000$475,673
27882Spring Hope, NC 2788212.5 mi68$30,514,252$459,900$448,739
27527Clayton, NC 2752713.4 mi193$86,457,824$415,000$447,968
27596Youngsville, NC 2759614.1 mi213$145,247,895$557,450$681,915
27610Raleigh, NC 2761015.2 mi298$118,497,614$340,000$397,643
27576Selma, NC 2757618.0 mi142$50,529,564$334,925$355,842
27520Clayton, NC 2752018.3 mi265$104,416,890$338,500$394,026
27549Louisburg, NC 2754918.6 mi108$46,855,476$385,000$433,847
27615Raleigh, NC 2761519.1 mi125$151,274,500$575,000$1,210,196
27614Raleigh, NC 2761419.2 mi153$184,825,530$600,000$1,208,010
27605Raleigh, NC 2760520.0 mi40$26,486,480$387,000$662,162

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ZEBULON, NC 27597?

As of January 2026, there are 266 active listings in ZEBULON, NC (zip code 27597), compared to 214 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ZEBULON, NC 27597?

The median listing price in ZEBULON, NC 27597 is $403,900 as of January 2026, a 8.2% increase from $373,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in ZEBULON, NC 27597 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 86 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ZEBULON, NC 27597?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ZEBULON, NC 27597 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 52 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 81 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ZEBULON, NC 27597 save an estimated $8,078 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $403,900. 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.