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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for March 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, updated for March 2026. *
The typical home value in Orange County is projected to be $522,250 for the month of February. January’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $509,000—up 12.74% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $375,400 in North Carolina for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $371,850 in February.
Orange County had 95 new listings and 91 listings that went under contract in January, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 268—down 7.59% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in February.
Of those 268 active listings, 22.76% reduced their price in the month of January. The median listing price for homes in Orange County fell 0.91% from December to January, bringing the current median listing price to $495,440. Based on projected data for February, 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 January 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 83 days, compared to 115 days in January 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 February.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
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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