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Oak Lawn

KINSTON, NC 28501

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lenoir County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28501

Oak Lawn

Market Analysis

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

The KINSTON, NC real estate market (28501) currently shows 65 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 107 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 107 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.8% year-over-year, from $145,000 to $166,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,635  ·  Density: 72.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $34,818

Typical home value: $71,650  ·  Homeownership: 47.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
65
⇧ 25% vs 52 last year
Pending
16
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$166,400
⇧ 14.8% vs $145,000 last year
Average Price
$176,874
⇩ 7.7% vs $191,563 last year
Days on Market
107
⇧ 94.5% vs 55 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$102
⇩ 5.6% vs $108/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,543 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 65 this year vs 52 last year
  • Days on market: 107 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $166,400 (+14.8% YoY)
  • Average: $176,874 (-7.7% 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
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 26.6 miles — 691 listings ($261,575,209 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28501Kinston, NC 285010.0 mi60$9,400,860$150,000$156,681
28526Dover, NC 285266.9 mi4$999,812$251,225$249,953
28525Deep Run, NC 2852512.1 mi11$3,098,700$295,950$281,700
28523Cove City, NC 2852313.2 mi6$1,889,898$259,950$314,983
28551La Grange, NC 2855115.5 mi122$38,562,370$309,706$316,085
28554Maury, NC 2855416.8 mi1$119,900$119,900$119,900
28572Pink Hill, NC 2857218.7 mi13$5,595,421$292,450$430,417
28508Albertson, NC 2850819.6 mi2$694,000$347,000$347,000
28586Vanceboro, NC 2858621.1 mi13$3,723,525$263,450$286,425
27858Greenville, NC 2785824.1 mi145$55,773,235$349,000$384,643
28562New Bern, NC 2856225.2 mi302$139,676,208$382,328$462,504
28573Pollocksville, NC 2857325.8 mi11$1,842,280$180,500$167,480
27888Walstonburg, NC 2788826.6 mi1$199,000$199,000$199,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KINSTON, NC 28501?

As of March 2026, there are 65 active listings in KINSTON, NC (zip code 28501), compared to 52 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KINSTON, NC 28501?

The median listing price in KINSTON, NC 28501 is $166,400 as of March 2026, a 14.8% increase from $145,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in KINSTON, NC 28501 spend an average of 107 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 KINSTON, NC 28501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, KINSTON, NC 28501 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 107 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KINSTON, NC 28501 save an estimated $3,328 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $166,400. 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.