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CLAYTON, NC 27527

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CLAYTON, NC real estate market (27527) currently shows 220 active listings, with 85 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 48 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.8% year-over-year, from $424,475 to $417,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 34,321  ·  Density: 300.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $107,666

Typical home value: $320,144  ·  Homeownership: 85.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
220
⇧ 27.9% vs 172 last year
Pending
85
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$417,000
⇩ 1.8% vs $424,475 last year
Average Price
$466,091
⇩ 1.1% vs $471,370 last year
Days on Market
44
⇩ 12% vs 50 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$184
⇩ 3.7% vs $191/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,373 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 220 this year vs 172 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $417,000 (-1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $466,091 (-1.1% 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 19.4 miles — 1,714 listings ($846,563,032 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27527Clayton, NC 275270.0 mi193$86,457,824$415,000$447,968
27576Selma, NC 275768.7 mi142$50,529,564$334,925$355,842
27545Knightdale, NC 2754510.4 mi127$60,410,471$444,000$475,673
27529Garner, NC 2752911.1 mi284$128,473,364$425,000$452,371
27555Micro, NC 2755512.1 mi1$219,900$219,900$219,900
27557Middlesex, NC 2755713.3 mi79$34,001,442$378,900$430,398
27542Kenly, NC 2754214.1 mi47$18,180,916$354,625$386,828
27603Raleigh, NC 2760315.6 mi271$145,821,848$449,000$538,088
27616Raleigh, NC 2761616.9 mi217$84,031,297$359,000$387,241
27592Willow Spring, NC 2759217.6 mi95$41,721,055$420,000$439,169
27608Raleigh, NC 2760818.2 mi76$119,788,996$1,422,500$1,576,171
27571Rolesville, NC 2757118.8 mi71$34,340,428$488,490$483,668
27504Benson, NC 2750419.4 mi111$42,585,927$359,850$383,657

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CLAYTON, NC 27527?

As of February 2026, there are 220 active listings in CLAYTON, NC (zip code 27527), compared to 172 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CLAYTON, NC 27527?

The median listing price in CLAYTON, NC 27527 is $417,000 as of February 2026, a 1.8% decrease from $424,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in CLAYTON, NC 27527 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CLAYTON, NC 27527?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CLAYTON, NC 27527 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 48 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CLAYTON, NC 27527 save an estimated $8,340 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $417,000. 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.