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NEW BERN, NC 28560

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Craven County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28560

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Market Analysis

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

The NEW BERN, NC real estate market (28560) currently shows 250 active listings, with 113 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.1% year-over-year, from $322,830 to $332,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,713  ·  Density: 90.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,536

Typical home value: $174,615  ·  Homeownership: 65.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
250
⇩ 5.7% vs 265 last year
Pending
113
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$332,950
⇧ 3.1% vs $322,830 last year
Average Price
$385,030
⇧ 3.7% vs $371,259 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 26.9% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$181
⇧ 1.7% vs $178/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,795 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 250 this year vs 265 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $332,950 (+3.1% YoY)
  • Average: $385,030 (+3.7% 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 27.5 miles — 592 listings ($305,063,447 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28560New Bern, NC 285600.0 mi232$93,863,488$349,900$404,584
28529Grantsboro, NC 285296.1 mi2$610,000$305,000$305,000
28510Arapahoe, NC 2851012.8 mi32$16,107,808$504,450$503,369
28571Oriental, NC 2857115.2 mi55$31,754,800$472,450$577,360
28573Pollocksville, NC 2857316.5 mi11$1,842,280$180,500$167,480
28586Vanceboro, NC 2858616.7 mi13$3,723,525$263,450$286,425
28532Havelock, NC 2853217.3 mi83$25,217,890$267,600$303,830
28587Vandemere, NC 2858717.8 mi3$819,900$269,925$273,300
27817Chocowinity, NC 2781722.7 mi22$12,434,664$577,393$565,212
28570Newport, NC 2857024.9 mi98$72,827,818$532,500$743,141
28526Dover, NC 2852625.4 mi4$999,812$251,225$249,953
27808Bath, NC 2780826.2 mi26$40,431,014$536,500$1,555,039
28582Stella, NC 2858227.5 mi11$4,430,448$371,175$402,768

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEW BERN, NC 28560?

As of April 2026, there are 250 active listings in NEW BERN, NC (zip code 28560), compared to 265 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEW BERN, NC 28560?

The median listing price in NEW BERN, NC 28560 is $332,950 as of April 2026, a 3.1% increase from $322,830 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEW BERN, NC 28560 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEW BERN, NC 28560?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, NEW BERN, NC 28560 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEW BERN, NC 28560 save an estimated $6,659 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $332,950. 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.