Active Listings
45
⇧ 21.6% vs 37 last year
Population: 13,751 · Density: 85.2/mi² · Median household income: $47,340
Typical home value: $175,378 · Homeownership: 65.4%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WILKESBORO, NC real estate market (28697) currently shows 45 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 120 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 26.7% year-over-year, from $388,225 to $492,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in WILKESBORO, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28697 | Wilkesboro, NC 28697 | 0.0 mi | 45 | $26,071,020 | $492,000 | $579,356 |
| 28659 | North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 | 5.1 mi | 53 | $21,549,747 | $318,400 | $406,599 |
| 28669 | Roaring River, NC 28669 | 11.2 mi | 1 | $349,000 | $349,000 | $349,000 |
| 28665 | Purlear, NC 28665 | 12.8 mi | 10 | $9,716,800 | $464,450 | $971,680 |
| 28635 | Hays, NC 28635 | 13.7 mi | 4 | $1,589,900 | $327,450 | $397,475 |
| 28624 | Ferguson, NC 28624 | 14.0 mi | 6 | $5,196,858 | $825,000 | $866,143 |
| 28636 | Hiddenite, NC 28636 | 14.5 mi | 8 | $2,314,200 | $259,450 | $289,275 |
| 28685 | Traphill, NC 28685 | 16.1 mi | 10 | $3,968,250 | $339,900 | $396,825 |
| 27020 | Hamptonville, NC 27020 | 19.7 mi | 8 | $9,814,080 | $540,000 | $1,226,760 |
| 28642 | Jonesville, NC 28642 | 20.3 mi | 20 | $4,550,000 | $219,000 | $227,500 |
| 28668 | Roaring Gap, NC 28668 | 21.0 mi | 10 | $6,887,500 | $535,000 | $688,750 |
| 28678 | Stony Point, NC 28678 | 21.6 mi | 12 | $4,585,068 | $341,500 | $382,089 |
| 28626 | Fleetwood, NC 28626 | 21.7 mi | 20 | $13,736,620 | $634,999 | $686,831 |
As of January 2026, there are 45 active listings in WILKESBORO, NC (zip code 28697), compared to 37 the prior year.
The median listing price in WILKESBORO, NC 28697 is $492,000 as of January 2026, a 26.7% increase from $388,225 the prior year.
Homes in WILKESBORO, NC 28697 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 120 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WILKESBORO, NC 28697 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 120 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILKESBORO, NC 28697 save an estimated $9,840 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $492,000. 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.