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TRENTON, NC 28585

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

Market Analysis

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

The TRENTON, NC real estate market (28585) currently shows 14 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 102 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 102 days on market compared to 133 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3% year-over-year, from $279,450 to $287,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,830  ·  Density: 7.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,875

Typical home value: $111,379  ·  Homeownership: 78.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 7.7% vs 13 last year
Pending
3
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$287,950
⇧ 3% vs $279,450 last year
Average Price
$341,607
⇩ 21.4% vs $434,725 last year
Days on Market
102
⇩ 23.3% vs 133 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$122
⇩ 32.2% vs $180/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,298 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 102 now vs 133 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $287,950 (+3% YoY)
  • Average: $341,607 (-21.4% 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 27.1 miles — 707 listings ($227,532,367 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28585Trenton, NC 285850.0 mi16$5,473,584$281,375$342,099
28526Dover, NC 2852613.3 mi4$999,812$251,225$249,953
28501Kinston, NC 2850114.3 mi60$9,400,860$150,000$156,681
28574Richlands, NC 2857415.7 mi152$49,588,632$305,000$326,241
28525Deep Run, NC 2852516.3 mi11$3,098,700$295,950$281,700
28504Kinston, NC 2850417.4 mi61$15,631,494$249,925$256,254
28540Jacksonville, NC 2854021.9 mi214$75,278,352$266,475$351,768
28518Beulaville, NC 2851822.1 mi27$8,738,523$323,725$323,649
28519Bridgeton, NC 2851923.2 mi1$767,000$767,000$767,000
28521Chinquapin, NC 2852124.3 mi7$2,132,522$327,650$304,646
28582Stella, NC 2858225.3 mi11$4,430,448$371,175$402,768
28538Hookerton, NC 2853826.6 mi3$480,000$160,000$160,000
28539Hubert, NC 2853927.1 mi140$51,512,440$333,850$367,946

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TRENTON, NC 28585?

As of March 2026, there are 14 active listings in TRENTON, NC (zip code 28585), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TRENTON, NC 28585?

The median listing price in TRENTON, NC 28585 is $287,950 as of March 2026, a 3% increase from $279,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in TRENTON, NC 28585 spend an average of 102 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 133 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TRENTON, NC 28585?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, TRENTON, NC 28585 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 102 days on market compared to 133 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TRENTON, NC 28585 save an estimated $5,759 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $287,950. 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.