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FOUNTAIN, NC 27829

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

Market Analysis

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

The FOUNTAIN, NC real estate market (27829) currently shows 8 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 121 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 41.5% year-over-year, from $182,000 to $257,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,387  ·  Density: 11.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,304

Typical home value: $72,756  ·  Homeownership: 73.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 60% vs 5 last year
Pending
2
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$257,475
⇧ 41.5% vs $182,000 last year
Average Price
$329,292
⇧ 88.4% vs $174,750 last year
Days on Market
33
⇩ 72.7% vs 121 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$165
⇧ 29.9% vs $127/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,358 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 121 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $257,475 (+41.5% YoY)
  • Average: $329,292 (+88.4% 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 21.3 miles — 515 listings ($138,668,835 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27829Fountain, NC 278290.0 mi6$1,980,960$210,000$330,160
27828Farmville, NC 278287.6 mi42$11,536,182$255,000$274,671
27888Walstonburg, NC 278888.5 mi1$199,000$199,000$199,000
27819Conetoe, NC 2781912.1 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
27834Greenville, NC 2783413.3 mi185$53,255,395$269,950$287,867
27812Bethel, NC 2781215.3 mi17$2,855,473$195,000$167,969
27836Greenville, NC 2783615.5 mi0$0$949,900$949,900
27893Wilson, NC 2789316.4 mi124$32,011,840$237,500$258,160
27878Sharpsburg, NC 2787817.1 mi2$384,900$192,450$192,450
27813Black Creek, NC 2781318.7 mi3$566,100$188,700$188,700
27803Rocky Mount, NC 2780319.5 mi84$22,911,504$238,450$272,756
27871Robersonville, NC 2787121.3 mi9$1,361,556$180,000$151,284
27830Fremont, NC 2783021.3 mi41$11,435,925$264,900$278,925

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FOUNTAIN, NC 27829?

As of February 2026, there are 8 active listings in FOUNTAIN, NC (zip code 27829), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FOUNTAIN, NC 27829?

The median listing price in FOUNTAIN, NC 27829 is $257,475 as of February 2026, a 41.5% increase from $182,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in FOUNTAIN, NC 27829 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 121 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FOUNTAIN, NC 27829?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, FOUNTAIN, NC 27829 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 121 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FOUNTAIN, NC 27829 save an estimated $5,150 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $257,475. 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.