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NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Wilkes County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The NORTH WILKESBORO, NC real estate market (28659) currently shows 72 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 54 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.4% year-over-year, from $277,425 to $298,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 21,460  ·  Density: 82.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,351

Typical home value: $141,878  ·  Homeownership: 65.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
72
⇧ 50% vs 48 last year
Pending
29
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$298,000
⇧ 7.4% vs $277,425 last year
Average Price
$326,002
⇧ 13.2% vs $288,028 last year
Days on Market
54
⇩ 6.9% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$172
⇧ 3% vs $167/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,755 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 72 this year vs 48 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $298,000 (+7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $326,002 (+13.2% 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 21.1 miles — 226 listings ($95,359,598 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28659North Wilkesboro, NC 286590.0 mi50$20,621,550$323,200$412,431
28669Roaring River, NC 286696.2 mi1$349,000$349,000$349,000
28670Ronda, NC 286708.9 mi7$1,896,006$209,225$270,858
28635Hays, NC 2863511.8 mi6$2,349,348$338,725$391,558
28649McGrady, NC 2864913.4 mi6$2,784,000$464,000$464,000
28642Jonesville, NC 2864215.2 mi17$4,100,213$237,450$241,189
27020Hamptonville, NC 2702015.5 mi12$10,653,456$419,950$887,788
28676State Road, NC 2867616.7 mi11$3,320,119$266,500$301,829
28621Elkin, NC 2862116.7 mi31$13,491,851$264,450$435,221
28683Thurmond, NC 2868317.9 mi10$3,442,600$239,450$344,260
28681Taylorsville, NC 2868118.7 mi65$25,614,680$316,875$394,072
28629Glendale Springs, NC 2862920.0 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
28644Laurel Springs, NC 2864421.1 mi9$6,137,775$450,000$681,975

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659?

As of September 2026, there are 72 active listings in NORTH WILKESBORO, NC (zip code 28659), compared to 48 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659?

The median listing price in NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659 is $298,000 as of September 2026, a 7.4% increase from $277,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 54 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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