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OAK CITY, NC 27857

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
vs 3 last year
Pending
2
67% pending ratio
Median Price
$22,000
⇩ 82.7% vs $127,250 last year
Average Price
$22,000
⇩ 82.7% vs $127,250 last year
Days on Market
270
⇧ 28.6% vs 210 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,096  ·  Density: 5.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,125

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 58.3%

Market Analysis

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

The OAK CITY, NC real estate market (27857) currently shows 3 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 270 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 270 days on market compared to 210 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 82.7% year-over-year, from $127,250 to $22,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 270 now vs 210 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $22,000 (-82.7% YoY)
  • Average: $22,000 (-82.7% 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 26.5 miles — 398 listings ($98,528,917 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27857Oak City, NC 278570.0 mi3$66,000$22,000$22,000
27843Hobgood, NC 278437.1 mi1$179,900$179,900$179,900
27871Robersonville, NC 2787110.8 mi9$1,361,556$180,000$151,284
27812Bethel, NC 2781212.8 mi17$2,855,473$195,000$167,969
27886Tarboro, NC 2788614.7 mi68$19,452,080$237,500$286,060
27847Kelford, NC 2784715.4 mi3$900,000$300,000$300,000
27872Roxobel, NC 2787216.0 mi1$275,000$275,000$275,000
27805Aulander, NC 2780519.4 mi4$500,000$125,000$125,000
27834Greenville, NC 2783422.4 mi185$53,255,395$269,950$287,867
27897Woodland, NC 2789724.8 mi4$800,000$200,000$200,000
27846Jamesville, NC 2784625.6 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
27801Rocky Mount, NC 2780126.3 mi77$14,196,105$173,000$184,365
27910Ahoskie, NC 2791026.5 mi24$4,107,408$167,450$171,142

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OAK CITY, NC 27857?

As of January 2026, there are 3 active listings in OAK CITY, NC (zip code 27857), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OAK CITY, NC 27857?

The median listing price in OAK CITY, NC 27857 is $22,000 as of January 2026, a 82.7% decrease from $127,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in OAK CITY, NC 27857 spend an average of 270 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 210 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OAK CITY, NC 27857?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OAK CITY, NC 27857 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 270 days on market compared to 210 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OAK CITY, NC 27857 save an estimated $440 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $22,000. 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.