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KINSTON, NC 28504

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 28504

Branchwood · Briarwood Terrace · Brooks · Castle Oaks · Hickory Hills · Jackson Hights · Kinstonian Hights · Mary Beth Park · Mount Vernon Park · Random Woods · Rochelle Corners

Market Analysis

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

The KINSTON, NC real estate market (28504) currently shows 61 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 96 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 96 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2% year-over-year, from $254,900 to $249,925.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,321  ·  Density: 64.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,043

Typical home value: $120,530  ·  Homeownership: 63.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
61
⇩ 17.6% vs 74 last year
Pending
12
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,925
⇩ 2% vs $254,900 last year
Average Price
$256,254
⇩ 9.8% vs $284,025 last year
Days on Market
96
⇧ 35.2% vs 71 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$139
vs $139/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,727 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 61 this year vs 74 last year
  • Days on market: 96 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,925 (-2% YoY)
  • Average: $256,254 (-9.8% 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 26.0 miles — 584 listings ($186,160,761 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28504Kinston, NC 285040.0 mi54$15,369,858$250,000$284,627
28525Deep Run, NC 285257.8 mi11$3,101,846$296,000$281,986
28578Seven Springs, NC 2857813.0 mi2$775,500$387,750$387,750
28538Hookerton, NC 2853813.8 mi3$780,000$260,000$260,000
28572Pink Hill, NC 2857215.1 mi15$7,120,500$289,900$474,700
28530Grifton, NC 2853015.9 mi33$8,066,355$239,990$244,435
27534Goldsboro, NC 2753418.2 mi100$33,726,300$279,450$337,263
28513Ayden, NC 2851320.3 mi56$17,400,992$310,000$310,732
28333Dudley, NC 2833321.6 mi14$3,762,402$264,900$268,743
28590Winterville, NC 2859023.7 mi150$51,495,450$325,000$343,303
28365Mount Olive, NC 2836524.1 mi24$7,211,616$254,900$300,484
27828Farmville, NC 2782824.9 mi42$11,536,182$255,000$274,671
27863Pikeville, NC 2786326.0 mi80$25,813,760$314,900$322,672

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KINSTON, NC 28504?

As of February 2026, there are 61 active listings in KINSTON, NC (zip code 28504), compared to 74 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KINSTON, NC 28504?

The median listing price in KINSTON, NC 28504 is $249,925 as of February 2026, a 2% decrease from $254,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in KINSTON, NC 28504 spend an average of 96 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KINSTON, NC 28504?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, KINSTON, NC 28504 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 96 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KINSTON, NC 28504 save an estimated $4,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,925. 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.