Market Intelligence Report — NC-500

Durham-Chapel Hill, NC

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

Ref. No: 2026-NC-05
Updated: May 2026
Median Listing
$489K
+0.0% YOY
Pending Ratio
0.61
-3.0% YOY
Active Inventory
2,010
+13.4% YOY
Median DOM
44 Days
+2.3% YOY

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Market Signals & Indicators

Supply Dynamics

2,010 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 888 per month.

Pricing Pressure
20.2%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -1.0% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -3.3% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.61

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

Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
CBSA Code
20500
State
NC
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Durham-Chapel Hill?+

    As of May 2026, the Durham-Chapel Hill metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.61 with median days on market at 44.

  • Are home prices dropping in Durham-Chapel Hill?+

    Median listing price is $489K, +0.0% year over year. 20.2% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Durham-Chapel Hill?+

    The typical listing sits 44 days on market, a +2.3% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 888 per month.

  • Where can I find a trusted Durham-Chapel Hill real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Durham-Chapel Hill 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 20500 · 2mo history