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ROPER, NC 27970

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 25% vs 8 last year
Pending
1
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$250,000
⇩ 10.6% vs $279,500 last year
Average Price
$276,650
⇧ 1.3% vs $273,147 last year
Days on Market
131
⇩ 13.2% vs 151 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,799  ·  Density: 9.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $32,905

Typical home value: $98,330  ·  Homeownership: 77.3%

Market Analysis

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

The ROPER, NC real estate market (27970) currently shows 6 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 131 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 131 days on market compared to 151 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.6% year-over-year, from $279,500 to $250,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 131 now vs 151 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $250,000 (-10.6% YoY)
  • Average: $276,650 (+1.3% 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 33.4 miles — 293 listings ($137,383,956 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27970Roper, NC 279700.0 mi6$1,659,900$250,000$276,650
27962Plymouth, NC 2796211.5 mi27$4,035,636$160,000$149,468
27932Edenton, NC 2793215.7 mi69$40,155,930$409,000$581,970
27846Jamesville, NC 2784619.1 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
27983Windsor, NC 2798321.8 mi19$4,504,083$208,500$237,057
27944Hertford, NC 2794422.9 mi87$39,413,175$389,900$453,025
27985Winfall, NC 2798524.6 mi3$1,087,899$399,000$362,633
27980Tyner, NC 2798025.5 mi4$679,600$169,900$169,900
27892Williamston, NC 2789227.5 mi45$8,300,700$148,000$184,460
27808Bath, NC 2780829.8 mi22$33,826,232$499,000$1,537,556
27919Belvidere, NC 2791930.4 mi2$1,379,800$689,900$689,900
27825Everetts, NC 2782533.3 mi4$868,000$189,000$217,000
27946Hobbsville, NC 2794633.4 mi3$893,001$265,000$297,667

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROPER, NC 27970?

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in ROPER, NC (zip code 27970), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROPER, NC 27970?

The median listing price in ROPER, NC 27970 is $250,000 as of January 2026, a 10.6% decrease from $279,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROPER, NC 27970 spend an average of 131 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 151 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROPER, NC 27970?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ROPER, NC 27970 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 131 days on market compared to 151 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROPER, NC 27970 save an estimated $5,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $250,000. 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.