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5401 North, NCHousing Market

5401 North in Raleigh is a balanced market, giving buyers and sellers room to negotiate. Homes are selling for 98.19% of asking price and averaging 60 days on the market, so you can make decisions without the pressure of a highly competitive market.

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Written By Carol CFeatured Writer
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Reviewed By Nicholas HReal Estate Broker
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February 2026
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5401 North, NC Real Estate Market Snapshot
MEDIAN HOME PRICE
$370,000↓ 0.13%
MORTGAGE RATES 30-YR
6.23%↓ 0.58%
Balanced Market
DAYS ON MARKET
60
↑ 23.00% YoY
INVENTORY
11
↓ 0.31% YoY
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Predictions icon Predictions
Supply icon Supply
Demand icon Demand

Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell in 5401 North? Here's What We Think.

It depends on your goals, but 5401 North offers a relatively balanced market for both buyers and sellers. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market, with 1.8 months of supply. The median sale price is $370,000, and home sales saw no change from last year. Buyers have room to negotiate, while sellers can still attract serious interest.
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Median Sale Price
$370,000
↓ 0.13%YoY
What this chart showsMedian Sale Price
This metric shows how home prices are trending in 5401 North. The median sale price is currently $370,000, a marginal change from last year. A rising median price can point to stronger demand or limited inventory, while a falling price may give buyers more room to negotiate.

Median Sale Price Trend

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: February 2026

5401 North Housing Market Forecast for 2026

5401 North's housing market is expected to be balanced in 2026, with modest price growth, steady inventory, and stable conditions for both buyers and sellers.

Market Outlook:

  • Home prices expected to rise modestly by 2-4%, reflecting sustainable growth
  • Sale-to-list ratio forecast to hold near 98-100%, keeping the market steady
  • Neither buyers nor sellers hold a clear advantage, keeping negotiations balanced

Will the 5401 North Housing Market Crash in 2026?

Expert consensus points to no. 5401 North shows stable fundamentals, with demand and supply moving roughly in step rather than pulling in opposite directions. This mirrors the broader trend across Raleigh, not a shift specific to this neighborhood. Both buyers and sellers should expect conditions to hold steady through 2026, with no signs pointing toward a downturn.
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Current Market Indicators

  • Days on Market:

    60 days

  • Months of Supply:

    1.8 months

  • Sale-to-List Ratio:

    98.19%

  • Mortgage Rates:

    Currently- 6.23% projected to hover between 6.0% and 6.8%

Is There Enough Inventory in 5401 North Right Now?

5401 North has a steady flow of homes coming onto the market, keeping inventory relatively balanced. There are currently 11 active listings and 1.8 months of supply, giving buyers a reasonable selection without creating excessive competition among sellers. There were 12 new listings last month, while the inventory had a marginal change year-over-year.
Homes for SaleNewly Listed HomesMonths of Supply
Homes for Sale
11
↓ 0.31%YoY
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This chart shows the total number of homes currently available for sale in 5401 North. There are currently 11 active listings. Rising inventory gives buyers more options, while fewer homes for sale can increase competition and give sellers more leverage.

Homes for Sale Trend

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Are Buyers or Sellers Controlling the 5401 North Market?

Buyers and sellers have relatively equal footing in the 5401 North housing market. Homes are selling for 98.19% of their asking price, and price reductions saw no change year-over-year. Neither side has a clear advantage, leaving room for both to negotiate.
Homes Sold Above List PriceHomes with Price DropsSale-to-List Ratio
Homes Sold Above List Price
16.67%
↓ 16.67%YoY
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The line tracks the share of homes in 5401 North selling above their asking price over time. Currently, 16.67% of homes sold above asking last month. A rising trend signals strong buyer competition and bidding wars, while a falling trend suggests that competition is easing.

Homes Sold Above List Price Trend

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Our MLS data sources

All sources updated daily

Median prices, rents and active inventory aggregated from MLS systems across North Carolina.

Canopy MLS
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Doorify MLS-NC
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Triad MLS-NC
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Hive MLS-NC
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