Market Intelligence Report — NC-140

Goldsboro, NC

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

Ref. No: 2026-NC-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$290K
-2.2% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.37
-9.7% YoY

Active Inventory

400
+3.2% YoY

Median DOM

73 Days
+11.5% YoY

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Goldsboro is currently experiencing a cooling market dynamic, as indicated by a pending ratio of 0.37. This metric, down 9.7% over the past year, suggests that demand absorption is moderate relative to available inventory.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

Local economic trends can influence how quickly homes sell and how much competition sellers may face.

Job Market

3.3%-0.6 pp YoY

Unemployment rate · Sep 2026

Shows whether local employment conditions are supporting buyer demand.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Population & Migration

122,278+0.9% YoY

Resident population · Jan 2025

Shows whether the area is gaining or losing potential housing demand.

U.S. Census Bureau via FRED (St. Louis Fed).

Future Housing Supply

Data not yet available.

Shows whether future inventory pressure may increase.

Market Analysis

What's moving the Goldsboro market right now.

Active listings have expanded by 3.2% year-over-year, while new listings remained stable. The median listing price has softened, showing a 2.2% decline year-over-year, alongside a 1.7% month-over-month reduction. The share of listings with price reductions has increased by 5.5% over the past year, contributing to the decelerated market pace.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$290K-1.7% MoM

Active Inventory

400+3.2% YoY

Days on Market

73+11.5% YoY

Sold Score™

46-9.7% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

46
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

With a pending ratio of 0.37, the pace of transactions is subdued, placing less immediate pressure on available inventory. This environment typically encourages more considered purchase decisions and greater price discipline. The current conditions allow for extended evaluation periods.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price has declined by 6.5% year-over-year, which is more pronounced than the 2.2% year-over-year decline in the median listing price. This disparity suggests some softening at the higher price tiers. The median $/sqft shows a modest 0.9% year-over-year decline.

Supply Dynamics

400 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 128 per month.

Pricing Pressure
23.4%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +5.5% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -0.9% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.37

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

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Cooling

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Buyer Demand Index
37%
Median Days on Market
73 days
Inventory YoY
+3%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Goldsboro, NC
CBSA Code
24140
State
NC

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Goldsboro?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Goldsboro metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.37 with median days on market at 73.

  • Are home prices dropping in Goldsboro?+

    Median listing price is $290K, -2.2% year over year. 23.4% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Goldsboro?+

    The typical listing sits 73 days on market, a +11.5% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 128 per month.

  • What's happening in the Goldsboro luxury market?+

    The average listing price has declined by 6.5% year-over-year, which is more pronounced than the 2.2% year-over-year decline in the median listing price. This disparity suggests some softening at the higher price tiers. The median $/sqft shows a modest 0.9% year-over-year decline.

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

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Goldsboro 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.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 24140 · 36mo history