Triangle Region Market Update: August

With each passing month comes a shift in the local real estate market that changes the way home buyers and sellers approach their next step. Whether you're currently in the market, thinking about buying or selling a home, or simply own a home in the Triangle, it's important to understand what's happening in the area's real estate market.

Here’s a glance at the Triangle region’s real estate market activity during July using data provided by Triangle Multiple Listing Service, Inc. 

New Listings

The number of new listings entering the market during July totaled 4,408. Compared to last July's 4,234 listings, this number reflects a 4.1% increase in new listings hitting the market year-over-year. 

Closed Home Sales

Last month, there were 4,133 closed home sales - a 2.5% increase in total closed home sales compared to the previous July’s 4,033 closed sales. On average, homes that sold this July sold for $321,497. This price reflects a 4.5% increase in average sales price from last July’s $307,651. 

Days on Market 

Based on July’s trends, the average number of days that a home spent on the market before selling was 26. Last July, the average number of days a home spent on the market was 25 - a 4.0% difference year-over-year. 

Inventory of Homes 

Wondering what our local market offers as far as inventory of homes goes? Having a grasp on how many homes are actually for sale can help you evaluate the competition you'll face when listing your home or buying a new one.

Last month, there were 8,438 active listings for sale in the Triangle region. Compared to last year, our local market has seen a 6.5% decrease in inventory from the 9,024 active listings available in July of last year.

List Price Specs

On average, individuals that sold their home during July of this year received 98.2% of the original list price for their home. This is a 0.7% decrease compared to last July’s 98.9%. In situations where the price was altered from the original list price, 99.2% of the final list price was received.

We hope this information proves helpful as you navigate the local market. If you have any questions about the Triangle's real estate market, visit our contact page here.