Is Purlear, NC 28665 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Purlear is a buyer’s market. With about 8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Purlear housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Purlear, NC 28665 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 49 days and there were 8 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 25%, homes sold faster (56 days then) and the median sale price rose 31% to $567,205. Overall, Purlear is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Wilkes County, homes here sell more slowly than in 55% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Hays 28635 (33% sold over asking) and Millers Creek 28651 (23% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Purlear real estate
Is Purlear a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 8 months of supply in Purlear, NC 28665 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 Purlear?
The typical home went under contract in 49 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Purlear sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.1% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Purlear?
About 0.59% of a home’s value a year in Wilkes County, or roughly $2,360 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Purlear?
The median sale price was $567,205 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $310 per square foot.
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