Market Intelligence Report — NC-500

Burlington, NC

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-NC-05
Updated: May 2026
Median Listing
$370K
-2.7% YOY
Pending Ratio
0.58
-31.1% YOY
Active Inventory
594
+13.1% YOY
Median DOM
47 Days
-7.0% YOY

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Market Signals & Indicators

Supply Dynamics

594 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 252 per month.

Pricing Pressure
19.5%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +3.5% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +1.7% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.58

Pending-to-active ratio — supply and demand dynamics are mixed.

Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Burlington, NC
CBSA Code
15500
State
NC
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Burlington?+

    As of May 2026, the Burlington metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.58 with median days on market at 47.

  • Are home prices dropping in Burlington?+

    Median listing price is $370K, -2.7% year over year. 19.5% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Burlington?+

    The typical listing sits 47 days on market, a -7.0% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 252 per month.

  • Where can I find a trusted Burlington real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Burlington agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

Vintage: May 2026 · CBSA 15500 · 2mo history