Northern Markets Market Audit: May 13, 2026

GROUNDED DATA PROTOCOL:

Manual audit of Active Single-Family detached inventory only.

Zip Avg Price Med Price Avg DOM Med DOM
27587 $716,270 $639,000 37 Days 16 Days
27596 $1,049,651 $850,000 24 Days 8 Days
27522 $466,602 $399,900 59 Days 30 Days
27525 $370,276 $369,900 35 Days 25 Days

Grounded Perspective

Pricing: Across the Northern Markets, average prices consistently track above the median, signaling that high-end inventory is providing steady upward weight to the regional data. The 27614 zip code represents the premium ceiling for this audit with a median price of $850,000 and an average exceeding $1 million, while 27522 offers the most accessible entry point with a median of $369,900. This significant spread highlights a regional market that accommodates a wide range of budgets, from attainable residential resales to luxury-tier estates.

Velocity: Market velocity varies significantly by pocket, with 27614 moving the fastest at a rapid median of just 8 days on market. Conversely, 27596 shows the most deliberate pace with a median of 30 days, representing the slowest velocity in the current audit. The typical regional rhythm for pending sales in these established neighborhoods ranges from 8 to 25 days, reflecting an active market that generally transitions in under a month.

The Bottom Line

The current state of pending inventory in the Northern Markets reveals a stable and diverse environment for detached single-family resales. While the high-velocity luxury sector in 27614 continues to see swift absorption, the more peripheral zip codes maintain a steady and predictable pace. Overall, the region remains active with a regional median price floor hovering near $550,000, signaling healthy demand across both the suburban and rural-fringe sectors.

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