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ELKIN, NC 28621

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
⇧ 31.8% vs 22 last year
Pending
7
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,000
⇩ 7.8% vs $269,950 last year
Average Price
$414,487
⇩ 19.4% vs $514,538 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 8.8% vs 80 days last year

Market Context

Population: 9,751  ·  Density: 55.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,493

Typical home value: $149,431  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Analysis

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

The ELKIN, NC real estate market (28621) currently shows 29 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.8% year-over-year, from $269,950 to $249,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 29 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 80 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,000 (-7.8% YoY)
  • Average: $414,487 (-19.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.9 miles — 177 listings ($103,103,439 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28621Elkin, NC 286210.0 mi29$12,020,123$249,000$414,487
28642Jonesville, NC 286425.9 mi20$4,550,000$219,000$227,500
28683Thurmond, NC 286836.9 mi10$3,425,220$249,000$342,522
27011Boonville, NC 2701110.0 mi7$2,849,000$356,450$407,000
28668Roaring Gap, NC 2866810.9 mi10$6,887,500$535,000$688,750
28627Glade Valley, NC 2862714.0 mi7$5,704,503$745,000$814,929
27047Siloam, NC 2704714.4 mi3$899,700$299,900$299,900
27024Lowgap, NC 2702414.9 mi2$4,594,300$2,297,150$2,297,150
28659North Wilkesboro, NC 2865916.7 mi53$21,549,747$318,400$406,599
28623Ennice, NC 2862317.1 mi9$3,022,542$249,000$335,838
28689Union Grove, NC 2868919.1 mi3$26,774,850$8,924,950$8,924,950
24351Lambsburg, VA 2435119.2 mi2$639,800$319,900$319,900
27041Pilot Mountain, NC 2704120.9 mi22$10,186,154$329,900$463,007

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELKIN, NC 28621?

As of January 2026, there are 29 active listings in ELKIN, NC (zip code 28621), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELKIN, NC 28621?

The median listing price in ELKIN, NC 28621 is $249,000 as of January 2026, a 7.8% decrease from $269,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELKIN, NC 28621 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 80 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELKIN, NC 28621?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELKIN, NC 28621 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELKIN, NC 28621 save an estimated $4,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,000. 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.