The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27288 sells for about $185,950, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 27288 — Eden
The 27288 housing market remains stable with modest price appreciation and a balanced inventory level. Demand is driven by affordability relative to the nearby Greensboro metro area, though sales volume remains constrained by limited new listings. Figures for specific metrics like active inventory and price cuts are based on current market observations for the Eden area.
This ZIP code is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and commuters seeking a lower cost of living compared to the nearby Greensboro metro area.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 16.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 27288, Rockingham County NC
Crime rates in the Eden area are generally consistent with regional averages for similar-sized North Carolina municipalities, with property crime being the primary reported concern.
Schools serving the 27288 ZIP code are part of the Rockingham County Schools district, which maintains a mix of rural and suburban educational facilities with varying performance ratings.
The area faces moderate risks related to seasonal severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near the Dan and Smith Rivers, though wildfire risk is generally low.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing and proximity to the Greensboro-High Point metro area, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown Eden corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (North Carolina) — Tax Lien Attachment: A tax lien attaches to all real property, taking priority over all other liens and encumbrances regardless of when they were created. State (North Carolina) — Ad Valorem Property Tax: Tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value of the property by the combined state and local tax rate. The formula is: Tax = (Assessed Value / 100) * Tax Rate.
Residents primarily commute via US-220 and NC-14, providing a direct but lengthy drive to employment hubs in Greensboro and the Piedmont Triad.
The area features significant outdoor access including the Dan River, Freedom Park, and various local trails, alongside historic downtown shopping and dining.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for affordable single-family housing, with limited new multi-family inventory and low vacancy pressure.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors, with many residents commuting to the broader Piedmont Triad for employment.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with US-220 serving as the primary arterial corridor for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and the continued improvement of municipal infrastructure in the Eden city limits.
The Rockingham County Tax Department conducts periodic revaluations to ensure assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are served by Rockingham County Schools and local utility providers; no major special assessment districts are currently active.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for wind and hail remains a standard consideration for homeowners in the region.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Martinsville Speedway4.711 mi
- Greensboro National Golf Club4.316.2 mi
- Mayo River State Park4.511 mi
- Eden Drive-In Twin4.51.6 mi
- Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail4.98.2 mi
- Movie Town4.112.9 mi
- Floatery4.813 mi
- Virginia Museum of Natural History4.714.6 mi
- Madison Dry Goods and Country Store4.813.1 mi
- Piedmont Arts4.814.5 mi
- Inkternal Art Studio4.813.2 mi
- Mayo River State Park4.511 mi
- Fall Creek Waterfall4.812.8 mi
- Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail4.98.2 mi
- Jaycee Park Field4.512.3 mi
- Eden City Park4.72.4 mi
- Carolina Marina @ Belews Lake4.719.1 mi
- Rural King4.512.6 mi
- Eden Flea Market4.21.4 mi
- Belk4.311.9 mi
- Pennrose Mall3.311.8 mi
- Kingsway Plaza4.11 mi
- Piedmont Triad International Airport4.428.5 mi
- GSO Airport4.628.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community park with sports fields and walking trails.
Provides recreational opportunities for kayaking and fishing.
Central district with local businesses and historic architecture.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.