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DURHAM, NC 27705

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27705

Archer Woods · Brigadoon · Burch Avenue · Crest Street (Crest Street Community) · Croasdaile Farm · Duke Forest · Duke Homestead · Duke University · Forest Acres · Greenbriar · Lochnora · Marywood · Meadow Estates · North Garrett Road Community · Old West Durham (OWD) · Omah Street Citizens · Orange County Courtesy Review Area · Pleasant Green Estates · Spring Valley · Trinity Heights · Walltown · Watts Hospital-Hillandale · West Hills · West Hills East · Whispering Pines · Willow Ridge · Windy Hill Farm

Market Analysis

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

The DURHAM, NC real estate market (27705) currently shows 134 active listings, with 40 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 69 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.5% year-over-year, from $511,000 to $478,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 46,880  ·  Density: 430.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,935

Typical home value: $363,717  ·  Homeownership: 45.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
134
⇧ 27.6% vs 105 last year
Pending
40
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$478,000
⇩ 6.5% vs $511,000 last year
Average Price
$556,872
⇩ 2.9% vs $573,287 last year
Days on Market
69
⇧ 115.6% vs 32 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$282
⇧ 6% vs $266/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,398 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 134 this year vs 105 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $478,000 (-6.5% YoY)
  • Average: $556,872 (-2.9% 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 17.8 miles — 1,073 listings ($596,989,275 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27705Durham, NC 277050.0 mi113$63,086,883$427,500$558,291
27707Durham, NC 277075.1 mi133$83,604,066$465,000$628,602
27712Durham, NC 277126.4 mi72$37,982,376$473,500$527,533
27704Durham, NC 277048.5 mi168$60,914,112$325,000$362,584
27713Durham, NC 2771310.1 mi172$104,656,668$415,000$608,469
27503Bahama, NC 2750310.8 mi5$3,331,585$624,950$666,317
27243Efland, NC 2724312.5 mi24$22,368,696$808,300$932,029
27509Butner, NC 2750913.4 mi7$2,736,580$389,900$390,940
27560Morrisville, NC 2756014.5 mi55$30,959,720$494,763$562,904
27231Cedar Grove, NC 2723116.3 mi9$6,356,700$617,000$706,300
27613Raleigh, NC 2761316.5 mi84$77,816,508$572,000$926,387
27302Mebane, NC 2730217.6 mi193$87,500,989$399,000$453,373
27522Creedmoor, NC 2752217.8 mi38$15,674,392$362,000$412,484

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DURHAM, NC 27705?

As of February 2026, there are 134 active listings in DURHAM, NC (zip code 27705), compared to 105 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DURHAM, NC 27705?

The median listing price in DURHAM, NC 27705 is $478,000 as of February 2026, a 6.5% decrease from $511,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in DURHAM, NC 27705 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DURHAM, NC 27705?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, DURHAM, NC 27705 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 69 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DURHAM, NC 27705 save an estimated $9,560 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $478,000. 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.