Active Listings
121
⇧ 18.6% vs 102 last year
The Downs
Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The CHAPEL HILL, NC real estate market (27517) currently shows 121 active listings, with 46 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 48 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 6.2% year-over-year, from $881,950 to $827,500.
Whether you are buying or selling in CHAPEL HILL, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 27,761 · Density: 233.0/mi² · Median household income: $117,757
Typical home value: $535,873 · Homeownership: 66.9%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27517 | Chapel Hill, NC 27517 | 0.0 mi | 103 | $97,571,591 | $791,500 | $947,297 |
| 27713 | Durham, NC 27713 | 6.0 mi | 172 | $104,656,668 | $415,000 | $608,469 |
| 27516 | Chapel Hill, NC 27516 | 8.2 mi | 129 | $97,346,496 | $612,500 | $754,624 |
| 27514 | Chapel Hill, NC 27514 | 8.6 mi | 59 | $46,970,962 | $444,600 | $796,118 |
| 27502 | Apex, NC 27502 | 11.0 mi | 180 | $114,670,980 | $555,000 | $637,061 |
| 27560 | Morrisville, NC 27560 | 11.6 mi | 55 | $30,959,720 | $494,763 | $562,904 |
| 27701 | Durham, NC 27701 | 13.0 mi | 120 | $77,362,800 | $459,500 | $644,690 |
| 27562 | New Hill, NC 27562 | 14.3 mi | 43 | $46,720,231 | $761,395 | $1,086,517 |
| 27703 | Durham, NC 27703 | 15.1 mi | 416 | $185,241,888 | $415,300 | $445,293 |
| 27559 | Moncure, NC 27559 | 15.2 mi | 9 | $6,018,426 | $430,000 | $668,714 |
| 27539 | Apex, NC 27539 | 16.9 mi | 103 | $70,743,078 | $628,418 | $686,826 |
| 27340 | Saxapahaw, NC 27340 | 17.1 mi | 3 | $1,950,000 | $650,000 | $650,000 |
| 27704 | Durham, NC 27704 | 17.7 mi | 168 | $60,914,112 | $325,000 | $362,584 |
As of February 2026, there are 121 active listings in CHAPEL HILL, NC (zip code 27517), compared to 102 the prior year.
The median listing price in CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517 is $827,500 as of February 2026, a 6.2% decrease from $881,950 the prior year.
Homes in CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 48 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517 save an estimated $16,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $827,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.