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NEW BERN, NC 28562

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The NEW BERN, NC real estate market (28562) currently shows 336 active listings, with 124 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 64 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.8% year-over-year, from $377,495 to $392,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,048  ·  Density: 96.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,010

Typical home value: $237,485  ·  Homeownership: 74.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
336
⇩ 0.3% vs 337 last year
Pending
124
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$392,000
⇧ 3.8% vs $377,495 last year
Average Price
$473,326
⇧ 10.1% vs $429,936 last year
Days on Market
64
⇧ 23.1% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$191
⇧ 2.1% vs $187/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,077 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 336 this year vs 337 last year
  • Days on market: 64 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $392,000 (+3.8% YoY)
  • Average: $473,326 (+10.1% 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 25.9 miles — 1,073 listings ($430,812,978 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28562New Bern, NC 285620.0 mi302$139,676,208$382,328$462,504
28573Pollocksville, NC 285738.1 mi11$1,842,280$180,500$167,480
28523Cove City, NC 2852313.0 mi6$1,889,898$259,950$314,983
28555Maysville, NC 2855516.1 mi54$21,007,080$325,750$389,020
28586Vanceboro, NC 2858616.6 mi13$3,723,525$263,450$286,425
28510Arapahoe, NC 2851018.5 mi32$16,107,808$504,450$503,369
28582Stella, NC 2858222.1 mi11$4,430,448$371,175$402,768
28546Jacksonville, NC 2854622.7 mi426$135,997,092$329,500$319,242
27814Blounts Creek, NC 2781423.3 mi5$3,841,605$378,925$768,321
28570Newport, NC 2857024.9 mi98$72,827,818$532,500$743,141
28501Kinston, NC 2850125.1 mi60$9,400,860$150,000$156,681
27817Chocowinity, NC 2781725.6 mi22$12,434,664$577,393$565,212
28530Grifton, NC 2853025.9 mi33$7,633,692$234,900$231,324

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEW BERN, NC 28562?

As of June 2026, there are 336 active listings in NEW BERN, NC (zip code 28562), compared to 337 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEW BERN, NC 28562?

The median listing price in NEW BERN, NC 28562 is $392,000 as of June 2026, a 3.8% increase from $377,495 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEW BERN, NC 28562 spend an average of 64 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 28562?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, NEW BERN, NC 28562 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 64 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 28562 save an estimated $7,840 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $392,000. 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.