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HAYS, NC 28635

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

Market Analysis

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

The HAYS, NC real estate market (28635) currently shows 8 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 96 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 96 days on market compared to 108 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.5% year-over-year, from $335,000 to $299,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇩ 27.3% vs 11 last year
Pending
2
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$299,950
⇩ 10.5% vs $335,000 last year
Average Price
$367,610
⇧ 10% vs $334,257 last year
Days on Market
96
⇩ 11.1% vs 108 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$213
⇩ 16.8% vs $256/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,021 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 11 last year
  • Days on market: 96 now vs 108 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $299,950 (-10.5% YoY)
  • Average: $367,610 (+10% 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 20.6 miles — 267 listings ($127,524,686 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28635Hays, NC 286350.0 mi6$2,349,348$338,725$391,558
28685Traphill, NC 286854.8 mi10$3,820,460$339,900$382,046
28651Millers Creek, NC 286519.8 mi13$6,371,833$407,400$490,141
28644Laurel Springs, NC 2864410.4 mi9$6,137,775$450,000$681,975
28659North Wilkesboro, NC 2865911.8 mi50$20,621,550$323,200$412,431
28683Thurmond, NC 2868312.5 mi10$3,442,600$239,450$344,260
28697Wilkesboro, NC 2869713.7 mi45$25,255,845$443,500$561,241
28676State Road, NC 2867615.0 mi11$3,320,119$266,500$301,829
28621Elkin, NC 2862116.2 mi31$13,491,851$264,450$435,221
28640Jefferson, NC 2864016.4 mi28$16,673,944$471,000$595,498
28617Crumpler, NC 2861717.7 mi18$14,797,314$612,474$822,073
28642Jonesville, NC 2864218.8 mi17$4,100,213$237,450$241,189
27017Dobson, NC 2701720.6 mi19$7,141,834$373,475$375,886

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 8 active listings in HAYS, NC (zip code 28635), compared to 11 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in HAYS, NC 28635 is $299,950 as of March 2026, a 10.5% decrease from $335,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HAYS, NC 28635 spend an average of 96 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 108 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 March 2026, HAYS, NC 28635 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 96 days on market compared to 108 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 $5,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $299,950. 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.