Data reflects single-family residential activity through the end of December 2025. Commentary provided by licensed appraiser Judge Lipford.
Moore County remains steady and resilient. While the market isn’t “instant offers” like the peak shortage years, demand is still strong enough to keep pricing firm—especially in the Pinehurst / Southern Pines / Whispering Pines corridor where lifestyle demand and spillover interest remain consistent.
The median sold price came in at $449,380 for December. Even if monthly numbers move up and down, the bigger picture is that Moore County continues to hold value well over time. Estimated property values remained essentially flat, which is typical for a market in a stable, mature phase.
The median list price is $450,000, and the sold-to-list ratio of 97.7% suggests buyers are getting modest negotiating room—especially when a property is overpriced or needs updates.
With 4.04 months of inventory and a 57-day median time on market, Moore County is still seller-leaning, but buyers have more breathing room than they did in peak years. Homes are selling, but pricing, condition, and presentation matter.
Moore County hasn’t had major recent public announcements around zoning shifts, infrastructure expansions, or large relocation headlines. That “quiet period” often translates to market stability—no sudden policy changes pushing supply or demand.
Even without major local announcements, broader North Carolina economic momentum supports Moore’s appeal. Job growth and industrial expansion across the state tends to feed indirect spillover demand into lifestyle markets like Moore County, especially from higher-cost regions.
Sanford’s approval of nearby light industrial rezoning is a signal worth watching. While it’s not inside Moore County itself, it suggests broader regional interest in expanding industrial land uses in the Sandhills area—often a long-term employment and housing-demand support factor.
For homeowners, the market remains healthy. Values are holding, and while marketing times are longer than peak years, well-maintained homes in strong locations continue to sell. If you plan to sell in 2026, the biggest drivers will be pricing strategy and condition.
Moore County can still work for investors, but it’s not a “cheap entry” market. The best plays tend to be quality rentals, long-term holds, and selective value-add opportunities—especially where demand is anchored by amenities and regional spillover.
Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Whispering Pines, Carthage, Seven Lakes, Vass, Robbins, and surrounding rural communities throughout Moore County.
County-level trends provide context, but individual value depends on condition, exact location, updates, site characteristics, and competing sales. If you need an appraisal for selling, refinancing, estate planning, divorce, or investment analysis, contact:
JB Appraisal – Judge Lipford Work: (919) 283-1309 Web: www.jbrealestateappraisal.com