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HAYS, NC 28635

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Wilkes County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 66.7% vs 12 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$327,450
⇩ 7.1% vs $352,500 last year
Average Price
$397,475
⇩ 2.1% vs $406,133 last year
Days on Market
77
⇩ 15.4% vs 91 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,346  ·  Density: 22.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $41,123

Typical home value: $119,002  ·  Homeownership: 91.6%

Market Analysis

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

The HAYS, NC real estate market (28635) currently shows 4 active listings. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.1% year-over-year, from $352,500 to $327,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 91 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $327,450 (-7.1% YoY)
  • Average: $397,475 (-2.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.6 miles — 275 listings ($131,787,500 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28635Hays, NC 286350.0 mi4$1,589,900$327,450$397,475
28685Traphill, NC 286854.8 mi10$3,968,250$339,900$396,825
28651Millers Creek, NC 286519.8 mi17$7,485,100$395,950$440,300
28644Laurel Springs, NC 2864410.4 mi9$5,831,154$440,000$647,906
28659North Wilkesboro, NC 2865911.8 mi53$21,549,747$318,400$406,599
28683Thurmond, NC 2868312.5 mi10$3,425,220$249,000$342,522
28697Wilkesboro, NC 2869713.7 mi45$26,071,020$492,000$579,356
28676State Road, NC 2867615.0 mi14$4,757,200$269,000$339,800
28621Elkin, NC 2862116.2 mi29$12,020,123$249,000$414,487
28640Jefferson, NC 2864016.4 mi28$19,282,984$569,900$688,678
28617Crumpler, NC 2861717.7 mi17$14,174,039$599,999$833,767
28642Jonesville, NC 2864218.8 mi20$4,550,000$219,000$227,500
27017Dobson, NC 2701720.6 mi19$7,082,763$369,900$372,777

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HAYS, NC 28635?

As of January 2026, there are 4 active listings in HAYS, NC (zip code 28635), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HAYS, NC 28635?

The median listing price in HAYS, NC 28635 is $327,450 as of January 2026, a 7.1% decrease from $352,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in HAYS, NC 28635 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 91 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HAYS, NC 28635?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HAYS, NC 28635 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 77 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HAYS, NC 28635 save an estimated $6,549 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $327,450. 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.