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ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27909

Forest Park · Hickory Acres · Oxford Heights · Ulster Gardens

Market Analysis

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

The ELIZABETH CITY, NC real estate market (27909) currently shows 250 active listings, with 127 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.9% year-over-year, from $390,667 to $367,425.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,490  ·  Density: 68.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,499

Typical home value: $198,927  ·  Homeownership: 64.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
250
⇧ 9.2% vs 229 last year
Pending
127
51% pending ratio
Median Price
$367,425
⇩ 5.9% vs $390,667 last year
Average Price
$375,336
⇧ 0.2% vs $374,492 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 11.1% vs 54 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$190
⇧ 2.7% vs $185/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,913 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 250 this year vs 229 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $367,425 (-5.9% YoY)
  • Average: $375,336 (+0.2% 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 25.5 miles — 613 listings ($399,536,537 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27909Elizabeth City, NC 279090.0 mi226$89,413,284$379,513$395,634
27944Hertford, NC 2794410.8 mi92$43,315,440$399,000$470,820
27919Belvidere, NC 2791912.2 mi1$689,900$689,900$689,900
27976South Mills, NC 2797613.3 mi40$18,558,640$450,242$463,966
27974Shiloh, NC 2797416.1 mi9$3,792,393$424,800$421,377
27917Barco, NC 2791716.9 mi3$942,000$312,000$314,000
27946Hobbsville, NC 2794617.9 mi3$829,950$263,500$276,650
27965Poplar Branch, NC 2796519.9 mi3$1,434,300$464,450$478,100
27923Coinjock, NC 2792320.4 mi10$5,330,330$466,250$533,033
27950Knotts Island, NC 2795022.4 mi9$4,696,821$532,500$521,869
27939Grandy, NC 2793923.1 mi38$18,537,388$413,925$487,826
27947Jarvisburg, NC 2794724.0 mi14$7,052,066$380,500$503,719
27927Corolla, NC 2792725.5 mi165$204,944,025$925,000$1,242,085

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909?

As of March 2026, there are 250 active listings in ELIZABETH CITY, NC (zip code 27909), compared to 229 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909?

The median listing price in ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909 is $367,425 as of March 2026, a 5.9% decrease from $390,667 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 21 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909 save an estimated $7,349 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $367,425. 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.