06/06/2026
๐บ TRIANGLE / RALEIGH MARKET UPDATE- June 5th
The Triangle continues its transition from a hot seller's market to a more balanced environment โ but conditions are uneven across sub-markets.
Inventory & Pricing: Wake County had 3,528 active listings in January 2026, up 20.9% from January 2025. The median price for a Wake County home was $450,000, down 4.3% year-over-year. Median days on market hit 46 days, up 24.3% from the prior year. WRAL
The split market reality: As one local agent put it: "We're seeing two very different realities at the same time. Some buyers are negotiating excellent terms, buying below list price and walking into instant equity at closing. Other homes โ especially well-priced, move-in ready homes in prime locations โ are still attracting heavy traffic and multiple offers." WRAL
Cary is the exception: Cary's May 2026 market shows prices rising even as other Triangle areas ease. With only 6 days on market and inventory shrinking, Cary remains a seller's market โ though new listings are down 16.9%, which could tighten supply further. Blue Orchid Realty
Clem's Take: The Triangle right now rewards precision. Sellers who price strategically still move fast. Buyers with a knowledgeable advocate at the table are finding the best terms they've seen in years. This is exactly the environment where experience matters โ not instinct. Clem Satterfield, (919)428-1886 Clemsatterfieldrealtor.com