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Summerwinds Waverly Place Wellington Park

CARY, NC 27518

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27518

Summerwinds · Waverly Place · Wellington Park

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CARY, NC real estate market (27518) currently shows 38 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.8% year-over-year, from $799,000 to $728,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 19,102  ·  Density: 745.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $117,647

Typical home value: $545,576  ·  Homeownership: 66.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
38
⇧ 11.8% vs 34 last year
Pending
17
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$728,500
⇩ 8.8% vs $799,000 last year
Average Price
$940,176
⇧ 3.6% vs $907,466 last year
Days on Market
56
⇧ 80.6% vs 31 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$248
⇩ 3.9% vs $258/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,942 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 38 this year vs 34 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 31 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $728,500 (-8.8% YoY)
  • Average: $940,176 (+3.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.0 miles — 1,724 listings ($1,219,116,223 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27518Cary, NC 275180.0 mi39$37,505,988$747,500$961,692
27606Raleigh, NC 276063.2 mi110$67,445,730$474,165$613,143
27513Cary, NC 275135.3 mi93$64,787,706$499,500$696,642
27502Apex, NC 275027.6 mi180$114,670,980$555,000$637,061
27605Raleigh, NC 276057.9 mi40$26,486,480$387,000$662,162
27601Raleigh, NC 276018.4 mi68$51,943,908$600,000$763,881
27612Raleigh, NC 276129.2 mi141$89,602,680$475,000$635,480
27540Holly Springs, NC 275409.9 mi143$91,068,835$585,000$636,845
27609Raleigh, NC 2760911.2 mi141$210,585,756$855,000$1,493,516
27617Raleigh, NC 2761712.3 mi77$35,728,077$430,000$464,001
27592Willow Spring, NC 2759213.1 mi95$41,721,055$420,000$439,169
27526Fuquay Varina, NC 2752613.3 mi472$236,294,528$446,800$500,624
27615Raleigh, NC 2761514.0 mi125$151,274,500$575,000$1,210,196

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARY, NC 27518?

As of February 2026, there are 38 active listings in CARY, NC (zip code 27518), compared to 34 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARY, NC 27518?

The median listing price in CARY, NC 27518 is $728,500 as of February 2026, a 8.8% decrease from $799,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CARY, NC?

Homes in CARY, NC 27518 spend an average of 56 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 31 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARY, NC 27518?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CARY, NC 27518 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CARY, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARY, NC 27518 save an estimated $14,570 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $728,500. 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.