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DURHAM, NC 27704

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
168
⇧ 61.5% vs 104 last year
Pending
61
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$325,000
⇩ 4.7% vs $340,995 last year
Average Price
$362,584
⇧ 0.6% vs $360,252 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 41.8% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

Population: 41,966  ·  Density: 391.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,237

Typical home value: $227,215  ·  Homeownership: 55.8%

Market Analysis

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

The DURHAM, NC real estate market (27704) currently shows 168 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 64 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.7% year-over-year, from $340,995 to $325,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 168 this year vs 104 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $325,000 (-4.7% YoY)
  • Average: $362,584 (+0.6% 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 16.7 miles — 1,729 listings ($1,064,511,336 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27704Durham, NC 277040.0 mi168$60,914,112$325,000$362,584
27703Durham, NC 277035.6 mi416$185,241,888$415,300$445,293
27509Butner, NC 275096.8 mi7$2,736,580$389,900$390,940
27503Bahama, NC 275038.5 mi5$3,331,585$624,950$666,317
27522Creedmoor, NC 275229.7 mi38$15,674,392$362,000$412,484
27613Raleigh, NC 2761310.3 mi84$77,816,508$572,000$926,387
27713Durham, NC 2771312.4 mi172$104,656,668$415,000$608,469
27514Chapel Hill, NC 2751413.0 mi59$46,970,962$444,600$796,118
27572Rougemont, NC 2757214.6 mi16$8,917,600$442,500$557,350
27278Hillsborough, NC 2727814.7 mi95$62,588,470$500,000$658,826
27587Wake Forest, NC 2758716.2 mi462$352,362,318$535,000$762,689
27519Cary, NC 2751916.4 mi163$119,436,457$600,000$732,739
27510Carrboro, NC 2751016.7 mi44$23,863,796$490,000$542,359

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DURHAM, NC 27704?

As of January 2026, there are 168 active listings in DURHAM, NC (zip code 27704), compared to 104 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DURHAM, NC 27704?

The median listing price in DURHAM, NC 27704 is $325,000 as of January 2026, a 4.7% decrease from $340,995 the prior year.

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

Homes in DURHAM, NC 27704 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DURHAM, NC 27704?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DURHAM, NC 27704 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 64 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 55 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 27704 save an estimated $6,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $325,000. 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.