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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for June 2026. *
* 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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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Orange County real estate market. *
May 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026).
Year over year through May 2026, Orange County’s typical home value has risen about 5 percent even as asking prices have moved lower. Median list price is down more than 11 percent from a year ago, while active listings are up about 19 percent, giving buyers more options than last spring.
Looking at the latest monthly snapshot for May, homes typically sold for about $571,000 with a median list price near $544,000. Sales volume edged up almost 4 percent from last year and pending sales climbed nearly 9 percent, showing that demand is still solid despite shifting pricing.
Conditions are somewhat tighter than the statewide picture, with Orange County at 3.3 months of supply compared with 4.3 months across North Carolina, and only about 29 percent of homes selling above list as the average sale-to-list ratio hovers just under 100 percent. Whether buyers are trying to navigate these changing dynamics or sellers are seeking to price strategically in a still seller-leaning market, Agent Pronto can connect both with an agent who knows Orange County’s numbers inside and out.
Orange County offers residents a vibrant mix of close-knit communities, excellent schools, abundant outdoor spaces, and a thriving arts and dining scene.
Orange County offers a blend of small city convenience, college-town energy, and easy access to larger job centers. Anchored by Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, the area connects efficiently to Durham and Raleigh via major highways, while remaining manageable in size and traffic.
Life here centers around everyday convenience. Chapel Hill’s walkable Franklin Street pairs restaurants and coffee shops with nearby UNC facilities, including the Chapel Hill Transit system that offers fare-free local bus service. In Carrboro, the Carrboro Farmers’ Market is a year-round hub for local food and a good indicator of the area’s emphasis on fresh, regional products.
Outdoor access is another everyday amenity. Trails at Carolina North Forest and Blackwood Farm Park support hiking, running, and biking close to established neighborhoods. Families and students appreciate strong education anchors such as the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools system and the Orange County Public Library network.
Each community has its own character, from historic Hillsborough to the university focus around Chapel Hill. Navigating which area best fits your commute, school needs, and lifestyle can be complex. Local real estate agents who know Orange County’s streets, school zones, and market trends can simplify decisions and reduce stress, and Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with those local experts.
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There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Orange County. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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