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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.

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Johnston County real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Johnston County real estate market, updated for March 2026. *

The typical home value in Johnston County is projected to be $393,890 for the month of March. February’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $379,230—up 5.34% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $378,000 in North Carolina for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $379,750 in March.

Johnston County had 378 new listings and 379 listings that went under contract in February, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 1,232—down 0.32% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in March.

Of those 1,232 active listings, 21.83% reduced their price in the month of February. The median listing price for homes in Johnston County fell 0.53% from January to February, bringing the current median listing price to $373,020. Based on projected data for March, listing prices may continue to fall.

The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In February 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 102 days, compared to 142 days in February 2025. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this March.

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Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.

* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.

Learn more about what Johnston County has to offer.

Johnston County offers residents a welcoming, family‑friendly community with strong schools, diverse job opportunities, affordable housing, thriving local businesses, and abundant outdoor recreation and cultural amenities.

Johnston County offers a practical mix of small-town living and regional convenience, with easy access to Raleigh, Wake County, and Wayne County. Communities like Clayton, Smithfield, and Selma provide a range of housing options, from newer subdivisions to established neighborhoods, that appeal to first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers.

Daily life here is built around useful amenities and straightforward commutes. Residents enjoy local healthcare at facilities such as Johnston Health, shopping and dining near downtowns and outlets, and quick connections via I‑40 and I‑95. Outdoor time is easy to find along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail segments in the county, at Howell Woods Environmental Learning Center, or in riverside parks maintained by Johnston County Parks & Open Space. Families often focus on schools, with information available through Johnston County Public Schools.

For both long-time residents and newcomers, deciding where to buy or sell can feel complex, especially as growth continues around Clayton and the I‑40 corridor. A real estate agent who understands traffic patterns, school assignments, and future development can help you weigh one neighborhood against another and time your move effectively. Agent Pronto connects you with that kind of local expertise, helping buyers and sellers navigate Johnston County with less stress and more confidence.

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“Kevin Starkey and his team are absolutely excellent. He was incredibly knowledgeable of the area and we learned so much in working with him! He was amazing at spotting the pros and cons of a property and explaining them to us--he really helped us dodge some potential pitfalls!! Communication from him and the rest of the office were super fast, friendly, and informative! They really went above and beyond for us, and we would definitely recommend them to anyone.”

Richard Vance · Burlington, NC

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“The Beth Hines Team came for a pre-listing appointment and gave advice on what we need to do to present the house at listing. We repainted the house and did the improvements to the kitchen cabinet, as well as flooring as recommended. The house went on the market a few days prior to a major snowstorm During the snowstorm, the house was shown twice, and we had an offer to purchase from the second showing. The offer was full price and closed within 45 days. We are very pleased with the results from the Beth Hines team.”

Don Rains · Garner, NC

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RE/MAX Southland II
“As first time home buyers; we were and still satisfied with how Pamela made the process easy and understanding for us. She truly is amazing at what she does and would recommend her to anyone looking to sell or buy a house!”

Celeste Taitague · Clayton, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Sonia was on point throughout the process, responsive, knowlegable and supportive representing me as a buyer. Great experience despite all the paperwork and negotiation. Thanks so much Sonia! James T. English”

James English · Burlington, NC

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Keller Williams Central
“Second time buying a home with Sue and plan to use her down the road as well! She's knowledgeable, professional, and looks out for the things you don't think of as a buyer viewing a home for the first time.”

Sydney Bland · Garner, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Matt was a great guy answered every question about everything. Call him night and day Saturday Sundays and he came through each and every time. we have already recommended him to my cousin who will be moving here in a couple of years from Phoenix.”

Randy Katinger · Raleigh, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Bill made selling our first home a great experience. He made the entire process from start to finish as easy as possible and walked us through each step with ease. I would highly recommend Bill and we are truly thankful for his knowledge, patience, honesty and his dedication in selling our home.”

Maggie Carter · Louisburg, NC

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Pink Flamingo Realty LLC
“I have worked with Vanessa numerous times in the past, and I'm currently using her to sell my existing home. She is extremely knowledgeable about the local real estate market and always goes the extra mile.”

Marian Whittedalderman · Durham, NC

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RE/MAX REMAX ACHIEVEMENT
“Zach wasnt just there thru the process no matter the time or day he was always there to answer question or explain something. No hesitation no questioned asked Zach was there to help and assist to the best of his ability. He didn't just help me but he made sure the process was smooth and that ther was no bumps along the way.”

Johnathan Nieves · Lillington, NC

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Main Street Realty Group
“Michele was great! Not only was she extremely helpful with our search and purchase, but her experience and knowledge of the local housing market, inspections, fixtures, and comps made her assistance invaluable!”

Kent · Youngsville, NC

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The Virtual Realty Group
“My realtor was amazing—knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated. Highly recommend!”

John K. · Raleigh, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Stephanie reached out immediately after you connected her with my information. She is very knowledgeable about the area we were looking. She was very responsive and helpful throughout the process. She often provided information we hadn't even thought of in the land purchase process. I would highly recommend Stephanie to anyone looking for land or a home in that region.”

James B. · Cameron, NC

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Pursley Properties Group LLC
“Neil is great! He is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. I will definitely refer him to anyone that asks if I know a local agent.”

Ellen Honeycutt · Wilmington, NC

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Berkshire Hathaway Carolina Premier Properties
“Kelly Bossman was wonderful to work with. She made herself available for any and all questions and very supportive even when I was 'clueless' about the whole process. Very thankful to have had her at my side!”

Karen S. · Raleigh, NC

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Bossman Real Estate LLC
“Rebecca was available and patient in answering all our questions and walking us through the homebuying process, from beginning to end. Her knowledge and experience were the keys to our success.”

Connie Verduci · Battleboro, NC

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RW Realty of NC
“She did everything i needed in an agent and more. A wonderful job.”

David F. · Roanoke Rapids, NC

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Price Residential Group
“Phillip was awesome to deal with and he was very informative. He was great on communication and was a delight to work with. I will definitely use him again and highly recommend him.”

Susie Castle · Cary, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“Chelsea did an AMAZING job selling our home. She knew exactly how to price it to sell it in the timeframe we needed while also not compromising on the value of the home. We received a very reasonable offer on our home in less than 30 days and ultimately ended up closing on our home with that offer. This is compared to other homes in our neighborhood that have sat for 40-150 days on the market. We believe it is because of Chelsea's knowledge, expertise, and diligent marketing that our home sold so quickly and favorably.”

Carly · Princeton, NC

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Integra Realty
“Bill is super helpful and he found me two houses to buy this year. He is so wonderful to work and goes the extra mile to be sure you are happy with your home.”

Rebecca Ellis · Fuquay-Varina, NC

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Century 21 Triangle Group
“I had the pleasure of working with Stephanie, and I couldn't be more impressed with her professionalism, dedication, and expertise. From the moment we connected, Stephanie demonstrated a deep understanding of the market and a genuine commitment to finding me the perfect land. She was incredibly responsive, always available to address my questions and concerns promptly. I highly recommend Stephanie to anyone in search of a top-notch realtor who puts their clients first.”

Jonathan · Fayetteville, NC

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Next Chapter Realty

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