Is Durham, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Durham is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since March 2023

Since last year, Durham has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Durham is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Durham, NC

How much do homes in Durham, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$414,880

$230/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since March 2023

+$8,356(+2.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Durham have sold for 2.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Durham was $414,880 in March 2024, up 2.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $230.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
1 $229.5K$260K
+13.3%
2 $307.8K$315K
+2.3%
3 $388.1K$392.6K
+1.2%
4 $509.3K$515K
+1.1%
5+ $682.5K$700K
+2.6%

Summary: Durham housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 2.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Carr Township
+6.4%
Triangle Township
+2.4%
Durham
+2.1%
Durham Township
+1.2%
Oak Grove Township
-2.2%

Housing Supply in Durham, NC

How many homes are available in Durham, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1,0351,077+4.1%

Summary: The Durham real estate market had 1,077 homes for sale in March 2024, a 4.1% increase compared to February 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSFeb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1 2030
+50.0%
2 162171
+5.6%
3 548563
+2.7%
4 240243
+1.3%
5+ 6570
+7.7%

Summary: The Durham housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 1.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 7.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
252287+13.9%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

125 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

62 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

100 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Durham, you may be able to get a good deal. 43.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 287 homes were sold or pending in Durham in March 2024, up by 13.9% month-over-month. Of the 287 sold homes, 44% were sold under asking, 22% were sold at asking, and 35% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Durham, NC

How long does it take to sell a home in Durham, NC?

Average Sale Time

Mar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
78 Days70 Days-10.9%

Summary: Homes in Durham had an average of 70 days on market in Mar 2024, down by 10.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

45 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

180 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

62 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Durham has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During March 2024, 287 homes were sold in Durham; 16% of homes were sold within 30 days, 63% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 22% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 18 Days Ago

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