Is Oak City, NC 27857 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Oak City is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 100% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Oak City housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Oak City, NC 27857 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 367 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (50 days then) and the median sale price rose 24% to $189,318. Overall, Oak City is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Martin County, homes here sell more slowly, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Jamesville 27846 (0% sold over asking) or Hamilton 27840 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Oak City real estate
Is Oak City a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Oak City, NC 27857 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Oak City?
The typical home went under contract in 367 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Oak City sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 102.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Oak City?
About 1.06% of a home’s value a year in Martin County, or roughly $4,240 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Oak City?
The median sale price was $189,318 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $149 per square foot.
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