The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 27893 sells for about $249,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.12% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 74 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $947 a month.
ZIP 27893 — Wilson
The 27893 housing market is currently characterized by moderate demand and a median listing price of $249,000. While year-over-year price growth remains positive at 11.12%, the market is experiencing a cooling trend in days on market, suggesting a balanced environment for both buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers and local workers seeking proximity to Wilson's employment centers, offering a more affordable entry point compared to the nearby Raleigh metro area.
Median prices moved up 11.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 74 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.91% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 9.1% · poverty 29.0% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 27893, Wilson 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.
Schools in the Wilson area are served by Wilson County Schools, which generally maintain a diverse range of academic performance ratings across the district.
The area is subject to standard North Carolina climate risks, including potential for tropical storm-related wind and flooding; property insurance availability remains stable but sensitive to regional weather patterns.
Wilson serves as a regional hub with ongoing economic development efforts focused on manufacturing, logistics, and the expansion of the Wilson Corporate Park.
Property taxes are assessed by Wilson County and the City of Wilson, with rates determined by the combined municipal and county millage; exemptions are available for homesteads and seniors per state law.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with I-95 and US-264 providing primary access to the Raleigh-Durham employment core.
The area features local parks such as Lake Wilson and various community centers, with proximity to downtown Wilson's shopping and dining districts.
The rental market in 27893 shows a year-over-year rent adjustment of -9.86%, reflecting a shift in local demand and inventory availability.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, with major employers including Bridgestone Americas and various regional distribution centers.
The area is served by a network of state highways and is positioned along the I-95 corridor, facilitating regional transit and logistics.
Development activity is focused on residential expansion in the outskirts of Wilson and continued infrastructure improvements to support industrial growth.
The Wilson County Tax Office conducts periodic revaluations to ensure property assessments align with current market values.
Parcels are subject to Wilson County and City of Wilson tax jurisdictions, with additional service districts for water and sewer utilities.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard exposure, with standard coverage widely available through major carriers.
North Carolina operates as a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for a streamlined process under the power of sale clause in deeds of trust.
North Carolina requires sellers to provide a Residential Property and Owners' Association Disclosure Statement to buyers, covering the condition of the property's major systems.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 27893 profiles.
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.
A popular local reservoir offering fishing and recreational space.
A community-focused garden space providing educational and leisure opportunities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.