Homes under $500K for sale in Wayne County, NC

Homes listed under $500,000.

348

For sale now

32 new this week

$285,000

Middle asking price

$158/sq ft

$268,000

Middle sale price

1,043 sold, last 12 mo

98%

Of first asking price

what sellers received

47

Days on market

typical, last 12 mo

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As of October 16, 2026, there are 348 homes under $500K for sale in Wayne County, NC, with a middle asking price of $285,000 (from $45,000 to $499,900). 32 came on the market in the last week. Another 120 are under contract.

In the 12 months through October 16, 2026, 1,043 sold at a middle price of $268,000, typically for 98% of the first asking price after about 47 days on the market.

The most choices right now are in Franklin Landing, Gander Lake, Derby Ridge.

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Price mix

  • Under $300K211
  • $300K–$500K137
  • $500K–$750K0
  • $750K–$1M0
  • $1M+0

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Questions, answered

How many homes under $500K are for sale in Wayne County, NC?

As of October 16, 2026, there are 348 homes under $500K for sale in Wayne County, NC, with a middle asking price of $285,000 (from $45,000 to $499,900). 32 came on the market in the last week. Another 120 are under contract.

What do homes under $500K cost in Wayne County, NC?

As of October 16, 2026, the middle asking price is $285,000, about $158 per square foot for a typical 1,747 sq ft. Under $300K: 211; $300K–$500K: 137.

What did homes under $500K sell for in Wayne County, NC last year?

In the 12 months through October 16, 2026, 1,043 sold at a middle price of $268,000, typically for 98% of the first asking price after about 47 days on the market.

How fast do homes under $500K sell in Wayne County, NC?

In the 12 months through October 16, 2026 they typically sold in about 47 days, at 98% of the first asking price.

Which communities in Wayne County, NC have the most homes under $500K for sale?

As of October 16, 2026, Franklin Landing (9), Gander Lake (8), Derby Ridge (8), Hunters Trace (8), Creeks Edge (7), Jefferson Park (7).

How do I estimate a monthly payment on a home in Wayne County, NC?

A mortgage payment has two parts: principal and interest, which depend on the price, your down payment and the rate a lender offers you; and the costs on top — property taxes, homeowners insurance (and flood insurance near the water), HOA dues where there's an association, and mortgage insurance if you put less than 20% down. Each home's page has a calculator that uses the rate you've been quoted and that home's own taxes and HOA dues from the listing. For your actual rate and Annual Percentage Rate (APR), ask a licensed lender — we can introduce you to Joey Milam at Alpha Mortgage Advantage, or you're free to choose any lender.

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Figures are computed live from MLS listing data for Wayne County, NC, under $500k only. Middle = median. Listing data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.