The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27533 sells for about $185,000, or $140 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
ZIP 27533 — Goldsboro
The housing market in 27533 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and consistent inventory levels. Demand is supported by the local military presence and affordability relative to larger urban centers, though higher interest rates have tempered overall transaction volume.
This ZIP is well-suited for military families, local workforce, and budget-conscious buyers seeking affordable housing options with access to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% 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 5.5% · poverty 19.0% — a mixed stability 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 5.4%/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 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 27533, Wayne County NC
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Goldsboro area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are part of the Wayne County Public Schools system, which maintains a mix of ratings across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
The area is subject to flood risks associated with regional river systems and occasional hurricane-related wind and rain events common to eastern North Carolina.
Economic momentum is driven by the presence of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and a diverse mix of manufacturing and agricultural support industries in Wayne County.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Wayne County, with additional municipal taxes applied for properties located within the city limits of Goldsboro.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents utilizing US-70 and I-795 for access to regional employment hubs and the broader Research Triangle area.
The area features local parks, community centers, and proximity to the Neuse River for outdoor activities, alongside retail shopping corridors along Spence Avenue.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from military personnel and local workforce, with moderate vacancy pressure and rising rent trajectories.
The economy is anchored by Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, with significant contributions from healthcare, manufacturing, and agricultural sectors.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with US-70 serving as the primary east-west corridor connecting to the Research Triangle.
Development is focused on downtown revitalization and the expansion of commercial infrastructure along major highway corridors.
Wayne County Tax Office conducts periodic revaluations to ensure property assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are subject to Wayne County property taxes and may fall within specific fire and utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood risk and the proximity to the Atlantic coast, necessitating comprehensive coverage.
North Carolina continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by job growth in the Research Triangle and surrounding regions.
North Carolina operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a streamlined process under the power of sale clause in deeds of trust.
Sellers are required to provide a Residential Property and Owners' Association Disclosure Statement to buyers at or before the time of offer.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 27533.
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.
- Chuck E. Cheese4.22.2 mi
- Downtown Escapes4.90.3 mi
- Play Dates Academy4.92.4 mi
- Southern National Motorsports Park4.616.5 mi
- Lane Tree Golf Club and Conference Center4.53.2 mi
- The Farm at 954.717.7 mi
- Paramount Theatre4.70.5 mi
- Live at The Rudy Theatre4.819.7 mi
- Cliffs of the Neuse State Park4.711.4 mi
- Premiere Theatre 124.31.7 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.22.2 mi
- Herman Park4.50.7 mi
- AMF Boulevard Lanes4.22.1 mi
- Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site4.719.5 mi
- Old Waynesborough Park4.31.4 mi
- Tobacco Farm Life Museum4.616.9 mi
- Wayne County Museum4.50.3 mi
- Electric Tattoo and Art Gallery4.82.7 mi
- Busco Beach and ATV Park4.62.4 mi
- Cliffs of the Neuse State Park4.711.4 mi
- Herman Park4.50.7 mi
- Old Waynesborough Park4.31.4 mi
- Stoney Creek Park4.31.7 mi
- Lane Tree Golf Club and Conference Center4.53.2 mi
- Goldsboro Golf Course4.31.3 mi
- Berkeley Mall3.92.7 mi
- Harris Teeter4.51.9 mi
- Tropicana Supermarket4.33.7 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.23.3 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.43.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A historic central park featuring a miniature train, gardens, and recreational space.
The primary regional shopping destination serving the Goldsboro area.
Showcases local history and cultural heritage of the region.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.