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Mid-January Wake Forest, NC Real Estate Pulse: 2026 Metrics

Published on Thursday, January 15, 2026
Focus areas include Apex, Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, Franklinton, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, Morrisville, New Hill, Pittsboro, Raleigh, Rolesville, Sanford, Wake Forest, Wendell and Youngsville, along with surrounding towns, communities and neighborhoods.
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This month brings plenty of movement to Wake Forest, NC real estate. With January 2026 at its midpoint, how are the market’s key drivers evolving and why do they matter for your goals?

Buyers and sellers are active: 95 new listings and 180 homes for sale highlight ongoing opportunity. Closed sales reached 78, with pending at 65, showing healthy deal flow. Affordable homes in Wake Forest, NC this January 2026 are drawing attention fast and competition is strong.

January 2026 Mid Month Market Metrics in Wake Forest, NC

The median sale price remains $467,900, complemented by a robust list-to-sale price ratio of 99.1 percent. Properties spend just 21 days on market on average. These numbers underline the benefit of being prepared—both for those making offers and those accepting them.

  • Median list price: $475,000
  • Median price per square foot: $217
  • Seller concessions: 15 percent
  • 12 percent of listings had price cuts
  • Townhome/condo active listings: 14
  • Months of supply: 2.5

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Who Wins in a Fast Market?

Those who prepare and respond fastest are seeing the most benefit, whether buying, selling, or investing. Timing your approach to the latest numbers pays off for all parties.

Trends Shaping the End of January 2026

Townhomes and condos offer more options at 14 units, and sellers’ advantage persists thanks to modest supply and shortened sales timelines.

Look Ahead: January 2026’s Home Market

For best results, plan with up to the minute Wake Forest, NC home statistics so you can buy or sell with more certainty. Legacy Realty Partners keeps every client in step with the signals as they change.

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