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ELM CITY, NC 27822

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 27822

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Market Analysis

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

The ELM CITY, NC real estate market (27822) currently shows 34 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 113 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 113 days on market compared to 21 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6% year-over-year, from $293,000 to $275,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,870  ·  Density: 34.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,594

Typical home value: $146,910  ·  Homeownership: 82.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
34
⇧ 41.7% vs 24 last year
Pending
13
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$275,450
⇩ 6% vs $293,000 last year
Average Price
$300,518
⇩ 27.4% vs $413,962 last year
Days on Market
113
⇧ 438.1% vs 21 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$165
⇩ 3.5% vs $171/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,591 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 24 last year
  • Days on market: 113 now vs 21 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $275,450 (-6% YoY)
  • Average: $300,518 (-27.4% 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 21.1 miles — 543 listings ($184,037,660 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27822Elm City, NC 278220.0 mi34$10,928,688$277,750$321,432
27803Rocky Mount, NC 278036.4 mi84$22,911,504$238,450$272,756
27893Wilson, NC 278938.5 mi124$32,011,840$237,500$258,160
27864Pinetops, NC 2786410.7 mi6$1,400,988$226,996$233,498
27852Macclesfield, NC 2785211.9 mi7$3,905,853$260,000$557,979
27813Black Creek, NC 2781313.2 mi3$566,100$188,700$188,700
27880Sims, NC 2788014.8 mi27$10,255,599$375,336$379,837
27829Fountain, NC 2782914.9 mi6$1,980,960$210,000$330,160
27809Battleboro, NC 2780915.9 mi29$10,755,172$387,400$370,868
27856Nashville, NC 2785616.3 mi65$21,840,520$339,000$336,008
27882Spring Hope, NC 2788218.3 mi68$30,514,252$459,900$448,739
27557Middlesex, NC 2755720.3 mi79$34,001,442$378,900$430,398
27891Whitakers, NC 2789121.1 mi11$2,964,742$278,900$269,522

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELM CITY, NC 27822?

As of February 2026, there are 34 active listings in ELM CITY, NC (zip code 27822), compared to 24 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELM CITY, NC 27822?

The median listing price in ELM CITY, NC 27822 is $275,450 as of February 2026, a 6% decrease from $293,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELM CITY, NC 27822 spend an average of 113 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 21 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELM CITY, NC 27822?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, ELM CITY, NC 27822 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 113 days on market compared to 21 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELM CITY, NC 27822 save an estimated $5,509 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $275,450. 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.