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North Carolina Housing Market

Last updated May 2026

As of the latest data, the typical home in North Carolina is valued around $339K, down 0.1% over the past 12 months. The market is home to roughly 10.73M residents. Looking ahead, Curb Report's 12-month price forecast points to below-average outlook, housing crash risk is moderate, the overall Investment Score grades strong. Below you'll find North Carolina's home prices, price forecast, crash and climate risk, property taxes, cap rate, and rental data, updated monthly from Zillow, the Census Bureau, FEMA, and 30+ sources. Create a free account to explore the full interactive map, or analyze a specific listing with Curb Check.

Median home value

$339K

1-year growth

-0.1%

Population

10.73M

12-mo forecast

Below-average outlook

Crash risk

Moderate

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North Carolina housing market FAQ

Is now a good time to buy in North Carolina?

Curb Report's 12-month price forecast for North Carolina currently points to below-average outlook, with moderate housing crash risk. Create a free account to see the full forecast, the signals driving it, and historical trends before you buy.

What is the housing crash risk in North Carolina?

North Carolina's housing crash risk is currently moderate, based on price-to-income, inventory, days-on-market, and overvaluation signals. See the full Crash Risk breakdown and what's driving it on Curb Report.

What is the median home price in North Carolina?

The typical home value in North Carolina is about $339K, down 0.1% over the past year. Explore the full price history and 12-month forecast on Curb Report.

Is North Carolina a good place to invest in rental property?

In North Carolina, rental cap rates run at a level shown with a free account and the overall Investment Score grades strong. Use the Curb Check tool to paste any Zillow or Redfin listing and get instant cap rate, cash flow, and a risk read for that specific property.

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