Durham has a creative energy all its own, and we love helping people find their place in it—and in the Durham, NC housing market! Home to Duke University and a revitalized, food-and-arts-rich downtown, Durham brings a diverse, vibrant spirit to the Research Triangle. From the American Tobacco District to established tree-lined neighborhoods, buyers adore its character and value, and a current read helps you make the most of it.

Scroll down for this month’s live snapshot: median sale price, how much inventory is available, average days on market, and more. It’s updated automatically, so you’re always looking at current conditions, not last season’s.

Thinking about buying or selling in Durham? Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply gathering information, we’d love to help you make sense of what these numbers mean for your goals. Reach out anytime—no pressure, just real guidance from a team that knows these neighborhoods. You can also explore market reports for nearby communities.

October Market Report for Durham

Durham Market Report
(Data through 30 September, 2026)
NOTE: Data is based on listings shown on this site.

561
New Listings
+10.4%Prior month
308
Sold
+6.2%Prior month
55
Avg Days on Market
+7.8%Prior month
$425,000
Median Sold Price
-0.9%Prior month
98%
Sold Vs. List
No Change
1,341
Active Listings
+16.3%Prior month

Sales Trends

Median Sold Price

$425,000
Current period
-0.9%Prior month

Homes Sold

308
Current period
+6.2%Prior month

Days on Market

55
Current period
+7.8%Prior month

Recent Under Contract

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Recent Sales

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Market Demand

Sale to List Price

98%
Current period
No Change

Price Drops

555
Current period
+65.7%Prior month

Months of Inventory

4.4
Current period
+10%Prior month

Active Listings

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