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Is Roper, NC 27970 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Roper is a buyer’s market. With about 7.5 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply7.5Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list95.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market90Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$247▲ +105.4% vs. last year

The Roper housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Roper, NC 27970 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 90 days and there were 7.5 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 13%, homes sold faster (113 days then) and the median sale price rose 31% to $239,896. Overall, Roper is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

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Questions about Roper real estate

Is Roper a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 7.5 months of supply in Roper, NC 27970 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 Roper?

The typical home went under contract in 90 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Roper sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 95.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Roper?

About 0.99% of a home’s value a year in Washington County, or roughly $3,960 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Roper?

The median sale price was $239,896 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $247 per square foot.

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