Real Estate Analysis and Commentary in Cumberland and Surrounding Counties

Harnett County NC Real Estate Market Snapshot – February 2026

• Market Type (based on inventory): Balanced.
• Months of Inventory: 4.13 months (down 9.63% month-over-month).
• Sold-to-List Price Ratio: 99.3% (up 0.22% month-over-month).
• Median Days on Market: 87 days (up 38.1% month-over-month).
• Median Sold Price: $333,990 (down 0.89% month-over-month).
• Median List Price: $349,850 (up 0.24% month-over-month).
• Median Estimated Property Value: $324,940 (down 1.62% month-over-month).

Harnett County is operating in a more balanced environment. Even with inventory declining month-over-month, days on market increased sharply, while median sold price and estimated value declined modestly. The overall takeaway is slower absorption and more buyer selectivity, even though pricing remains relatively stable.

Three Major Forces Currently Affecting Housing in Harnett County

1) Water Infrastructure Expansion Discussions

February commissioner sessions included updates related to water treatment capacity planning, which directly impacts future subdivision approvals.

2) Conditional Zoning Applications Under Review

Several conditional rezoning cases tied to residential growth corridors remain active, particularly near Lillington and Anderson Creek.

3) Industrial Growth Momentum Near I-95 Corridor

Continued marketing of Harnett 95 industrial properties keeps longer-term pressure on nearby residential demand and workforce housing.

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