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James City real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the James City real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jun 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Median sale price
$330K
-3.3%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$322K
-3.8%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
46
-21%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
36
-22%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
23
-32%
from Q2 '26
New listings
20
-39%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for James City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for James City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for James City
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for James City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for James City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for James City
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
20
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026 - Aug 2026).
James City currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market. Months of supply sit at just 1.6, down sharply by more than half from a year ago, indicating limited inventory. At the same time, the typical home value is up modestly year over year, showing that prices have inched higher even as conditions favor sellers.
Over the latest rolling three-month period ending in August 2026, listing and sales activity has cooled compared to last year. Active listings are down by about a third year over year, and new listings have fallen more than 20 percent, meaning fewer options are hitting the market. Buyer activity has slowed even more, with pending sales dropping nearly 50 percent from a year ago, and homes sold down slightly.
Pricing dynamics show a mixed picture for negotiation. The average sale-to-list ratio has edged up almost 2 percent year over year to just under full asking, even though only about 17 percent of homes sold above list, a much smaller share than last year. Homes are taking a bit longer to sell than they did in 2024, with a median of 46 days on market, but that timeline has shortened slightly compared with earlier in 2026. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these changing conditions can turn to Agent Pronto to connect with a local agent who understands the James City market.
Learn more about what James City has to offer.
James City offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with accessible parks, vibrant local businesses, engaging events, and convenient services that support a high quality of life.
James City stands apart from nearby New Bern with its quieter, more residential feel and immediate access to the Neuse River and Coastal Carolina Regional Airport. Many residents value that they can be on historic Tryon Palace grounds or along the New Bern Riverwalk in minutes, then return home to a neighborhood that feels distinctly local and close knit.
Daily life often revolves around the water and open space. Boaters and anglers head toward the NC Wildlife Resources Commission boat ramps on the Neuse, while families frequent Creekside Park for ballfields, walking paths, and playgrounds. Nearby CarolinaEast Medical Center and a range of small businesses, restaurants, and services just across the river keep essentials within easy reach.
Housing in James City includes long established streets, newer subdivisions, and properties with potential river views, which creates a wide range of price points and opportunities. Proximity to Craven County schools and employment centers in Havelock and Morehead City adds to the area’s appeal for commuters and military households.
Because the market here moves with both local demand and coastal influences, timing and preparation matter. Whether you hope to secure a waterfront-adjacent home or position your property competitively, connecting with the right local expert through Agent Pronto can help both buyers and sellers make smart, well timed decisions in James City.
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“After 2 previous agents, contracts with multiple developers, many years tied up with those contracts and nothing to show for it, we contracted with Jeff Lesley. He worked with the developer and negotiated nonrefundable funds when they wanted multiple extensions. Those funds increased as they needed more time. Finally, we closed last week. Thank you Jeff for your persistence and professionalism.”
Century 21 Vanguard
“Matthew went above and beyond to make sure that our home sale went smoothly. He made sure everything was taken care of, and that we always knew what was going on. His knowledge of the area and clear communication made the selling process a breeze. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
Century 21 Triangle Group
“Jackie was there every step of the way with us! Very knowledgeable and was there for any questions we had. From start to finish Jackie made this process manageable and low stress”
eXp Realty
“Addie was AMAZING! She really represents her clients well. She is there every step of the way. I couldn't be more satisfied with the level of service she provided.”
Price Residential Group
“Judy has been a long time friend and I knew for years she was a good agent, receiving many awards. I trusted her and she did not let me down. If I were still in the area, I would use her again if I needed an agent. Being out of the State, I can recommend her to friends that reside in her area. I apprexciate her very much.”
Berkshire Hathaway Hometown Realtors
“Nichole is a true professional. Her knowledge of current markets and local neighborhoods is outstanding and allowed us to receive a maximum return. Nichole was continually responsive to us and answered all questions along the way with not only her recommendations but also alternative paths that could be taken during the sale of our home. We could not have asked for a better experience and so glad Nichole is our realtor!”
Century 21 Champion
“excelente en su trabajo,profesional la información que nos proporcionó y la ayuda que nos brindó a cualquier hora la buscaba y siempre estaba pendiente de todas nuestras dudas.”
Call It Closed International Realty
“Kat was wonderful to work with! She helped my wife and I find the perfect home. She was patient with us as we wanted a lot of certain things and she stuck with it even after we look at 10 . She was amazing and we plan to have her in the future help us again!”
Re/Max Executive
“Bill Lumpp was great to work with and very knowledgable about the whole homebuying process and what needs to happen in what order. He always made time for me to meet with him whether it be a simple question or setting up a visit to the house to check on something. Everyone that he recomended to me throughout the process was great to work with as well. He helped the process go so smoothly that closing only took about 20 minutes.”
Pink Flamingo Realty LLC
“We had the best experience working with Sonia and Chris to sell our home. They walked with us through every step of the process, were always transparent, and truly fought for us when challenges came up. When the home didn’t appraise, they got creative, did the research, and submitted additional information that helped the buyer secure additional funding through the VA to keep the deal moving forward. Their communication, effort, and willingness to find solutions made a huge difference. Great experience from start to finish, and we will absolutely use Sonia and Chris again when buying or selling!”
Keller Williams Central
“She has gone way beyond our expectations. Good freind Like a sister”
The Virtual Realty Group
“Travis was excellent to work with. He was almost always available and could answer your questions, if he didn't know right then, he would find out quickly. He was very knowledgeable in all aspects of his work. I felt very confident working with him and would do it again.”
Century 21 Hi-Alta
“Exceptional Realtor and Advocate We could not have asked for a better realtor to help us purchase our new home and sell our townhome. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, attentive, and always available to support us throughout the entire process. She did an outstanding job representing us and was truly our advocate every step of the way. She listened to what was important to us, provided thoughtful guidance, and made sure our interests were always well represented. Her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment gave us tremendous confidence during what can be a very stressful process. We always felt that we had someone in our corner who genuinely cared about helping us find the right home and making the experience as smooth as possible. We are so grateful for everything she did and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home.”
Century 21 Barefoot Realty
“Both Amanda and Kevin were amazing. A true team. We felt like we were their only clients and they walked us through everything we asked and more. Perfect asking price set for our house and had a signed contract within 6 days. We highly recommend them Both. Rob and Laura”
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“We truly had the best experience working with Liz! She was responsive, knowledgeable, and always went above and beyond for us. She made buying our home so easy and stress-free, and we always felt like she had our best interests at heart. She communicated every step of the way with us, checking in with any update no matter how big or small. We couldn’t recommend her more!”
Sold Buy the Sea Realty
“Andrew Harris has been the most helpful, professional person we dealt with so far. He goes above and beyond to insure his clients have the information and services they need. I highly recommend Andrew (A )”
eXp Realty
“Pour Elle est present elements, Elle est tres profferionelle,,Elle est toujours sourillantr et toujours dispose pour donne son support quan on aura lesion Elle est toujours pres a touts apple de la part de son client.felicitation Melisa et son staff que Dieu vous benisse”
Century 21 Triangle Group
“Mitzy is the best realtor around! She helped my parents buy & sell, and after seeing how great she was with them, we decided to use her services for our first home! We had an amazing experience. Mitzy is reliable, knowledgeable, friendly and supportive every step of the way. She was always quick to respond, even to our silly questions, and made an intimidating thing seem so much easier! We couldn't have done this without her. We recomend Mitzy to everybody!”
Century 21 Town and Country Realty
“thank u for everything and helping me along the way.”
eXp Realty LLC
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