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DURHAM, NC 27701

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
120
⇩ 19.5% vs 149 last year
Pending
23
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$459,500
⇩ 12.5% vs $524,998 last year
Average Price
$644,690
⇩ 24.8% vs $857,482 last year
Days on Market
72
⇩ 30.1% vs 103 days last year

Market Context

Population: 24,380  ·  Density: 1,793.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,475

Typical home value: $414,143  ·  Homeownership: 29.6%

Market Analysis

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

The DURHAM, NC real estate market (27701) currently shows 120 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 29 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.5% year-over-year, from $524,998 to $459,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 120 this year vs 149 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 103 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $459,500 (-12.5% YoY)
  • Average: $644,690 (-24.8% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.3 miles — 1,800 listings ($1,225,310,797 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27701Durham, NC 277010.0 mi120$77,362,800$459,500$644,690
27704Durham, NC 277044.8 mi168$60,914,112$325,000$362,584
27703Durham, NC 277035.8 mi416$185,241,888$415,300$445,293
27713Durham, NC 277138.2 mi172$104,656,668$415,000$608,469
27617Raleigh, NC 276179.5 mi77$35,728,077$430,000$464,001
27503Bahama, NC 2750311.1 mi5$3,331,585$624,950$666,317
27613Raleigh, NC 2761311.6 mi84$77,816,508$572,000$926,387
27278Hillsborough, NC 2727812.2 mi95$62,588,470$500,000$658,826
27519Cary, NC 2751913.2 mi163$119,436,457$600,000$732,739
27513Cary, NC 2751314.6 mi93$64,787,706$499,500$696,642
27516Chapel Hill, NC 2751615.4 mi129$97,346,496$612,500$754,624
27614Raleigh, NC 2761416.0 mi153$184,825,530$600,000$1,208,010
27615Raleigh, NC 2761516.3 mi125$151,274,500$575,000$1,210,196

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DURHAM, NC 27701?

As of January 2026, there are 120 active listings in DURHAM, NC (zip code 27701), compared to 149 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DURHAM, NC 27701?

The median listing price in DURHAM, NC 27701 is $459,500 as of January 2026, a 12.5% decrease from $524,998 the prior year.

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

Homes in DURHAM, NC 27701 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 103 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DURHAM, NC 27701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DURHAM, NC 27701 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 29 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DURHAM, NC 27701 save an estimated $9,190 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $459,500. 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.