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North Carolina Land Market Statistics

Comprehensive market data and analysis• Updated Dec 2025

Active Listings
17,029
Sold (12M)
25,941
Median Price
$85K
Market Condition
Buyer's Market

North Carolina Market Meter

Buyer'sSeller's
Buyer's Market

9.5 months of supply

High inventory favors buyers with more choices and negotiating power.

Market Overview

Median Price
$85K
Avg Price/Acre
$47K
Avg Days on Market
146
Months of Supply
9.5
YoY Price Change
+6.3%
New Listings (3M)
4,297

Land Market Data by Acreage

Data Type:
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Acreage30D3M6M12M
0-1 acres4972,2335,36911,234
1-2 acres2131,0702,4765,002
2-5 acres1858011,6903,503
5-10 acres1044078721,845
10-20 acres763518331,811
20-50 acres602745911,281
50-100 acres32121237507
100+ acres671150327
TOTAL1,1735,32812,21825,510
📊 Sold Counts: The total number of land parcels that sold during each time period.How to read: If "5-10 acres" shows 25 under "30D", that means 25 parcels between 5-10 acres sold in the last 30 days. The "3M" column shows sales from the last 3 months, "12M" shows the full year, etc.Higher numbers = active market with lots of buyers. Lower numbers = slower market with fewer sales.

Market Trends & Analysis

Inventory by Acreage (12 Months)

Sold
For Sale
0-1 acres11234 sold / 5774 listed
1-2 acres5002 sold / 3854 listed
2-5 acres3503 sold / 3120 listed
5-10 acres1845 sold / 1254 listed
10-20 acres1811 sold / 1203 listed
20-50 acres1281 sold / 832 listed
50-100 acres507 sold / 401 listed
100+ acres327 sold / 268 listed

Median Price by Acreage

$0$348K$695K
0- 1
1- 2
2- 5
5- 10
10- 20
20- 50
50- 100
100+

Acreage buckets

Key Market Indicators

Total Sales Volume
$5665.7M
Last 12 months
Active Listings
17,029
Current inventory
Avg Days on Market
146
Time to sell
Price Trend (YoY)
+6.3%
Year over year

North Carolina Land Market Analysis

How much is land worth in North Carolina?

The median price for land in North Carolina is currently $47K per acre. For a typical parcel, the median sale price is $85K. Market volatility is currently high, meaning prices can vary significantly based on location and access. Recently, the cheapest land sold for $17K while premium lots reached $473K.

Is now a good time to buy land in North Carolina?

North Carolina is currently a buyer's market with 9.5 months of supply. Buyers have more negotiating power and can take time to find the right property. Prices have increased 6.3% year-over-year.

What is the months of supply for land in North Carolina?

North Carolina currently has 9.5 months of inventory supply. This indicates a buyer's market. Low supply means competition for available properties is high.

What is the average farm rent in North Carolina?

Average cropland rent in North Carolina is $101/acre/year. Pasture land rents for approximately $27/acre/year.

What is the total land for sale in North Carolina?

There are currently 17,029 active listings in North Carolina. 4,297 new listings have hit the market in the last 90 days. The median asking price is $98K.

How long does it take to sell land in North Carolina?

Land in North Carolina typically sells within 146 days of listing. The median time on market is 72 days. Properties are moving slowly in the current buyer's market.

What is the total amount sold in North Carolina last year?

Over the past 12 months, North Carolina saw 25,941 properties sold, totaling $5665.7M in sales volume. In just the last 3 months, 5,399 properties changed hands.

Data Sources & Accuracy

Market statistics are compiled from multiple sources including LandyDandy listings, Zillow.com, Realtor.com, Redfin.com, county records, and MLS data. While we strive for accuracy, these figures are estimates and may not reflect 100% of market activity. Data is updated regularly but some transactions may have reporting delays. For the most accurate assessment of a specific property, we recommend consulting with a local real estate professional.

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