Is Beaufort County, NC a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Beaufort County is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

At the same time last year, Beaufort County was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Beaufort County is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Beaufort County, NC

How much do homes in Beaufort County, NC cost?

Median Sold Price

$309,000

$168/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$47,000(+17.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Beaufort County have sold for 17.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Beaufort County was $309,000 in November 2024, up 17.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $168.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $155K$119K
-23.2%
2 $178.5K$254.8K
+42.7%
3 $259.9K$287K
+10.4%
4 $322.5K$437K
+35.5%
5+ $336.2K$335K
-0.3%

Summary: Beaufort County housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 23.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 42.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 35.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 0.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Washington County
+57.1%
Pamlico County
+19.4%
Beaufort County
+17.9%
Martin County
+5.3%
Pitt County
+2.3%

Housing Supply in Beaufort County, NC

How many homes are available in Beaufort County, NC?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
198214+8.1%

Summary: The Beaufort County real estate market had 214 homes for sale in November 2024, a 8.1% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 12
+100.0%
2 2832
+14.3%
3 121125
+3.3%
4 3946
+17.9%
5+ 99
0.0%

Summary: The Beaufort County housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 14.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 17.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
2831+10.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

19 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

9 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Beaufort County, you may be able to get a good deal. 61.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 31 homes were sold or pending in Beaufort County in November 2024, up by 10.7% month-over-month. Of the 31 sold homes, 61% were sold under asking, 29% were sold at asking, and 10% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Beaufort County, NC

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

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
30 Days67 Days+120.0%

Summary: Homes in Beaufort County had an average of 67 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 120% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

16 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Beaufort County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 31 homes were sold in Beaufort County; 52% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 19% 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 21 Days Ago

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