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PURLEAR, NC 28665

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

Market Analysis

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

The PURLEAR, NC real estate market (28665) currently shows 12 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 118 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 118 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 25.6% year-over-year, from $421,150 to $529,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,780  ·  Density: 16.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $43,393

Typical home value: $132,986  ·  Homeownership: 80.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
12
vs 12 last year
Pending
2
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$529,000
⇧ 25.6% vs $421,150 last year
Average Price
$1,049,028
⇩ 38.9% vs $1,717,978 last year
Days on Market
118
⇧ 45.7% vs 81 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$348
⇩ 3.3% vs $360/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,529 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 118 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $529,000 (+25.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,049,028 (-38.9% 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 22.2 miles — 183 listings ($114,963,568 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28665Purlear, NC 286650.0 mi10$9,716,800$464,450$971,680
28624Ferguson, NC 286246.6 mi6$5,196,858$825,000$866,143
28626Fleetwood, NC 286269.1 mi20$13,736,620$634,999$686,831
28606Boomer, NC 2860611.3 mi8$3,953,032$489,000$494,129
28649McGrady, NC 2864912.7 mi6$3,191,850$469,450$531,975
28640Jefferson, NC 2864013.5 mi28$19,282,984$569,900$688,678
28684Todd, NC 2868416.0 mi16$11,395,600$735,000$712,225
28635Hays, NC 2863516.2 mi4$1,589,900$327,450$397,475
28659North Wilkesboro, NC 2865916.7 mi53$21,549,747$318,400$406,599
28617Crumpler, NC 2861719.0 mi17$14,174,039$599,999$833,767
28693Warrensville, NC 2869320.4 mi7$3,471,419$479,250$495,917
28669Roaring River, NC 2866921.2 mi1$349,000$349,000$349,000
28698Zionville, NC 2869822.2 mi7$7,355,719$464,950$1,050,817

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PURLEAR, NC 28665?

As of February 2026, there are 12 active listings in PURLEAR, NC (zip code 28665), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PURLEAR, NC 28665?

The median listing price in PURLEAR, NC 28665 is $529,000 as of February 2026, a 25.6% increase from $421,150 the prior year.

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

Homes in PURLEAR, NC 28665 spend an average of 118 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PURLEAR, NC 28665?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, PURLEAR, NC 28665 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 118 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PURLEAR, NC 28665 save an estimated $10,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $529,000. 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.