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DEEP GAP, NC 28618

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
11
⇧ 22.2% vs 9 last year
Pending
2
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,900
⇩ 9.1% vs $550,000 last year
Average Price
$545,200
⇧ 4.8% vs $520,475 last year
Days on Market
121
⇧ 4.3% vs 116 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,196  ·  Density: 22.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,350

Typical home value: $248,501  ·  Homeownership: 74.9%

Market Analysis

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

The DEEP GAP, NC real estate market (28618) currently shows 11 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 121 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 121 days on market compared to 116 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.1% year-over-year, from $550,000 to $499,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 11 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 121 now vs 116 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,900 (-9.1% YoY)
  • Average: $545,200 (+4.8% 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 20.4 miles — 634 listings ($506,070,988 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28618Deep Gap, NC 286180.0 mi11$5,997,200$499,900$545,200
28607Boone, NC 286077.3 mi124$114,220,244$675,000$921,131
28624Ferguson, NC 286248.3 mi6$5,196,858$825,000$866,143
28694West Jefferson, NC 2869410.8 mi45$23,976,675$442,000$532,815
28629Glendale Springs, NC 2862912.4 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
28640Jefferson, NC 2864014.7 mi28$19,282,984$569,900$688,678
28698Zionville, NC 2869815.5 mi7$7,355,719$464,950$1,050,817
28692Vilas, NC 2869216.3 mi23$15,935,734$639,900$692,858
28693Warrensville, NC 2869317.9 mi7$3,471,419$479,250$495,917
28604Banner Elk, NC 2860418.8 mi314$266,598,246$550,000$849,039
28649McGrady, NC 2864919.2 mi6$3,191,850$469,450$531,975
28697Wilkesboro, NC 2869720.1 mi45$26,071,020$492,000$579,356
28617Crumpler, NC 2861720.4 mi17$14,174,039$599,999$833,767

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DEEP GAP, NC 28618?

As of January 2026, there are 11 active listings in DEEP GAP, NC (zip code 28618), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DEEP GAP, NC 28618?

The median listing price in DEEP GAP, NC 28618 is $499,900 as of January 2026, a 9.1% decrease from $550,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in DEEP GAP, NC 28618 spend an average of 121 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 116 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DEEP GAP, NC 28618?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DEEP GAP, NC 28618 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 121 days on market compared to 116 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DEEP GAP, NC 28618 save an estimated $9,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,900. 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.