Is Topton, NC 28781 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Topton is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Topton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in Topton, NC 28781 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 120 days and there were 12.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 7 sales, 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 (108 days then) and the median sale price fell 43% to $399,827. Overall, Topton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Macon 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 Scaly Mountain 28775 (0% sold over asking) or Otto 28763 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Topton real estate
Is Topton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Topton, NC 28781 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 Topton?
The typical home went under contract in 120 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Topton sell over asking?
14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 91.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Topton?
About 0.43% of a home’s value a year in Macon County, or roughly $1,720 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Topton?
The median sale price was $399,827 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $253 per square foot.
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