Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Orange County, NC real estate market currently shows 425 active listings, with 150 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 92 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 70 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 5.5% year-over-year, from $479,850 to $506,250.
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Population: 126,367 · Density: 442.7/mi² · Median household income: $90,653
Typical home value: $440,378 · Homeownership: 64%
Chapel Hill: 27514, 27515, 27516, 27599
Carrboro: 27510
Cedar Grove: 27231
Efland: 27243
Hillsborough: 27278
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.