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MERRITT, NC 28556

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

Market Analysis

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

The MERRITT, NC real estate market (28556) currently shows 14 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 151 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 151 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 23.9% year-over-year, from $470,000 to $582,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 777  ·  Density: 5.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $0

Typical home value: $289,328  ·  Homeownership: 75.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 40% vs 10 last year
Pending
3
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$582,250
⇧ 23.9% vs $470,000 last year
Average Price
$631,498
⇧ 27.1% vs $496,813 last year
Days on Market
151
⇧ 75.6% vs 86 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$265
⇧ 20.5% vs $220/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,165 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 10 last year
  • Days on market: 151 now vs 86 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $582,250 (+23.9% YoY)
  • Average: $631,498 (+27.1% 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 26.4 miles — 376 listings ($273,529,507 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28556Merritt, NC 285560.0 mi15$9,569,610$605,000$637,974
28587Vandemere, NC 285874.5 mi3$819,900$269,925$273,300
28571Oriental, NC 285715.5 mi55$31,754,800$472,450$577,360
28529Grantsboro, NC 2852911.3 mi2$610,000$305,000$305,000
27806Aurora, NC 2780613.2 mi16$6,249,248$441,250$390,578
28520Cedar Island, NC 2852017.1 mi4$2,049,900$482,450$512,475
28516Beaufort, NC 2851619.2 mi146$101,409,848$549,000$694,588
28577Sealevel, NC 2857720.6 mi4$1,911,868$325,000$477,967
28581Stacy, NC 2858123.1 mi1$195,000$195,000$195,000
28511Atlantic, NC 2851123.7 mi3$1,238,001$419,000$412,667
27808Bath, NC 2780824.8 mi26$40,431,014$536,500$1,555,039
28524Davis, NC 2852425.5 mi3$4,462,500$1,487,500$1,487,500
28570Newport, NC 2857026.4 mi98$72,827,818$532,500$743,141

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MERRITT, NC 28556?

As of March 2026, there are 14 active listings in MERRITT, NC (zip code 28556), compared to 10 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MERRITT, NC 28556?

The median listing price in MERRITT, NC 28556 is $582,250 as of March 2026, a 23.9% increase from $470,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MERRITT, NC 28556 spend an average of 151 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 86 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MERRITT, NC 28556?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MERRITT, NC 28556 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 151 days on market compared to 86 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MERRITT, NC 28556 save an estimated $11,645 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $582,250. 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.