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DOVER, NC 28526

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Craven County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 66.7% vs 3 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$279,000
⇧ 137.4% vs $117,500 last year
Average Price
$262,880
⇧ 123.7% vs $117,500 last year
Days on Market
137
⇧ 12.3% vs 122 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,584  ·  Density: 10.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $37,269

Typical home value: $92,454  ·  Homeownership: 73.7%

Market Analysis

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

The DOVER, NC real estate market (28526) currently shows 5 active listings. Homes are averaging 137 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 137 days on market compared to 122 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 137.4% year-over-year, from $117,500 to $279,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 137 now vs 122 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $279,000 (+137.4% YoY)
  • Average: $262,880 (+123.7% 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 26.1 miles — 656 listings ($211,296,239 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28526Dover, NC 285260.0 mi5$1,314,400$279,000$262,880
28501Kinston, NC 285016.9 mi63$10,534,167$155,000$167,209
28504Kinston, NC 2850413.1 mi54$15,369,858$250,000$284,627
28513Ayden, NC 2851313.7 mi56$17,400,992$310,000$310,732
28538Hookerton, NC 2853815.0 mi3$780,000$260,000$260,000
28590Winterville, NC 2859019.1 mi150$51,495,450$325,000$343,303
27858Greenville, NC 2785820.8 mi149$60,157,111$349,900$403,739
28573Pollocksville, NC 2857321.7 mi11$2,241,943$228,750$203,813
28551La Grange, NC 2855121.9 mi119$38,156,636$314,950$320,644
28519Bridgeton, NC 2851923.5 mi2$1,534,000$767,000$767,000
27836Greenville, NC 2783624.9 mi0$0$949,900$949,900
27828Farmville, NC 2782825.6 mi42$11,536,182$255,000$274,671
28578Seven Springs, NC 2857826.1 mi2$775,500$387,750$387,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DOVER, NC 28526?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in DOVER, NC (zip code 28526), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DOVER, NC 28526?

The median listing price in DOVER, NC 28526 is $279,000 as of January 2026, a 137.4% increase from $117,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in DOVER, NC 28526 spend an average of 137 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 122 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DOVER, NC 28526?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DOVER, NC 28526 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 137 days on market compared to 122 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DOVER, NC 28526 save an estimated $5,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $279,000. 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.