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KINSTON, NC 28504

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28504

Branchwood · Briarwood Terrace · Brooks · Castle Oaks · Hickory Hills · Jackson Hights · Kinstonian Hights · Mary Beth Park · Mount Vernon Park · Random Woods · Rochelle Corners

Market Analysis

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

The KINSTON, NC real estate market (28504) currently shows 73 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 58 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.8% year-over-year, from $257,000 to $249,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,321  ·  Density: 64.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,043

Typical home value: $120,530  ·  Homeownership: 63.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
73
⇧ 23.7% vs 59 last year
Pending
13
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,900
⇩ 2.8% vs $257,000 last year
Average Price
$275,699
⇩ 4.8% vs $289,580 last year
Days on Market
58
⇧ 9.4% vs 53 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$140
⇧ 7.7% vs $130/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,738 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 73 this year vs 59 last year
  • Days on market: 58 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,900 (-2.8% YoY)
  • Average: $275,699 (-4.8% 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 26.0 miles — 483 listings ($150,233,056 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28504Kinston, NC 285040.0 mi61$15,631,494$249,925$256,254
28525Deep Run, NC 285257.8 mi11$3,098,700$295,950$281,700
28578Seven Springs, NC 2857813.0 mi2$663,250$331,625$331,625
28538Hookerton, NC 2853813.8 mi3$480,000$160,000$160,000
28572Pink Hill, NC 2857215.1 mi13$5,595,421$292,450$430,417
28530Grifton, NC 2853015.9 mi33$7,633,692$234,900$231,324
28585Trenton, NC 2858517.4 mi16$5,473,584$281,375$342,099
28523Cove City, NC 2852319.3 mi6$1,889,898$259,950$314,983
28333Dudley, NC 2833321.6 mi20$4,902,860$252,750$245,143
28590Winterville, NC 2859023.7 mi159$55,841,277$326,000$351,203
28365Mount Olive, NC 2836524.1 mi23$7,636,782$268,150$332,034
27828Farmville, NC 2782824.9 mi46$12,399,438$254,921$269,553
27863Pikeville, NC 2786326.0 mi90$28,986,660$321,970$322,074

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KINSTON, NC 28504?

As of March 2026, there are 73 active listings in KINSTON, NC (zip code 28504), compared to 59 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KINSTON, NC 28504?

The median listing price in KINSTON, NC 28504 is $249,900 as of March 2026, a 2.8% decrease from $257,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in KINSTON, NC 28504 spend an average of 58 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KINSTON, NC 28504?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, KINSTON, NC 28504 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 53 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 28504 save an estimated $4,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,900. 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.