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CASTALIA, NC 27816

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Franklin County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CASTALIA, NC real estate market (27816) currently shows 14 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 11 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 11 days on market compared to 287 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 25.7% year-over-year, from $406,150 to $301,909.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,199  ·  Density: 19.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $31,702

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 70.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 250% vs 4 last year
Pending
2
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$301,909
⇩ 25.7% vs $406,150 last year
Average Price
$315,511
⇩ 14.5% vs $369,175 last year
Days on Market
11
⇩ 96.2% vs 287 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$168
⇩ 32.5% vs $249/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,748 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 11 now vs 287 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $301,909 (-25.7% YoY)
  • Average: $315,511 (-14.5% 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 24.7 miles — 900 listings ($406,799,697 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27816Castalia, NC 278160.0 mi3$1,019,700$339,900$339,900
27549Louisburg, NC 275499.5 mi114$50,987,868$389,450$447,262
27804Rocky Mount, NC 2780415.0 mi135$41,474,565$285,750$307,219
27891Whitakers, NC 2789118.5 mi10$3,440,750$289,400$344,075
27809Battleboro, NC 2780919.5 mi29$10,391,338$377,500$358,322
27823Enfield, NC 2782321.0 mi12$2,412,180$229,000$201,015
27544Kittrell, NC 2754421.5 mi8$2,218,400$335,000$277,300
27525Franklinton, NC 2752522.2 mi148$72,693,752$406,745$491,174
27597Zebulon, NC 2759722.5 mi286$137,745,036$399,450$481,626
27850Littleton, NC 2785023.0 mi35$35,854,070$616,950$1,024,402
27557Middlesex, NC 2755723.8 mi76$34,011,596$375,000$447,521
27563Norlina, NC 2756324.1 mi10$4,332,830$284,900$433,283
27822Elm City, NC 2782224.7 mi34$10,217,612$275,450$300,518

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CASTALIA, NC 27816?

As of March 2026, there are 14 active listings in CASTALIA, NC (zip code 27816), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CASTALIA, NC 27816?

The median listing price in CASTALIA, NC 27816 is $301,909 as of March 2026, a 25.7% decrease from $406,150 the prior year.

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

Homes in CASTALIA, NC 27816 spend an average of 11 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 287 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CASTALIA, NC 27816?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CASTALIA, NC 27816 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 11 days on market compared to 287 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CASTALIA, NC 27816 save an estimated $6,038 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $301,909. 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.