Goldsboro, NC—27534
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Home Price Trends — Goldsboro, NC
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Goldsboro, NC is $214,000, with a year-over-year change of -3.1%. This indicates that home prices in Goldsboro, NC are decreasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is -0.4%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $214,000 | -3.1% |
| Single Family | $213,000 | -2.3% |
| Condos | $222,000 | 0.0% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $136,000 | -4.2% |
3 Bed | $232,000 | -0.9% |
4 Bed | $337,000 | 2.1% |
| 5 Bed | $394,000 | 3.1% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Goldsboro, NC
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Goldsboro, NC is $1,600, with a year-over-year rent change of -6.4%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Goldsboro, NC is studios: $250, 1-bedrooms: $1,130, 2-bedrooms: $1,220, 3-bedrooms: $1,680, 4-bedrooms: $2,310. The most common rental property sizes in Goldsboro, NC are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 46.9% and 32.0% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Studio Rent | $250 | $250 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,240 | $1,130 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,300 | $1,220 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,750 | $1,680 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,250 | $2,310 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Goldsboro, NC
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Goldsboro, NC is 54. This is a decrease of -11.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 19.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $282,000 | -5.0% |
Listing Count | 113 | -7.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.5% | -7.0% |
Days on Market | 54 | -11.0% |
Demographics — Goldsboro, NC
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Goldsboro, NC has a population of 31,300, which has decreased by -2.8% over the past 5 years. Goldsboro, NC is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 22.3% of the population. The area has a moderately educated workforce, with 29.2% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 5.6% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 31,300 | -2.8% |
% Under 18 | 22.3% | 5.7% |
% Seniors | 18.5% | 13.5% |
% WFH | 5.6% | 154.5% |
% w/ College Degree | 29.2% | 21.2% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Goldsboro, NC is a predominantly white area, with 52.7% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 2.2% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Goldsboro, NC is black, making up 33.2% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 4.6% of the population in Goldsboro, NC, and this percentage has decreased by 40.3% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 52.7% | -2.2% |
% Black | 33.2% | 8.9% |
% Hispanic | 8.1% | 0.0% |
% Asian | 1.7% | -51.4% |
% Foreign Born | 4.6% | -40.3% |
Mortgage and Risk — Goldsboro, NC
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 599 mortgage originations in Goldsboro, NC, of which 56.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 72.0%, with 46.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Goldsboro, NC. Investor activity is low, as 1.0% of loans were by investors. 11.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 599 |
% Conventional Loans | 56.0% |
% Government Loans | 44.0% |
% Investor Loans | 1.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 11.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Goldsboro, NC
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Goldsboro, NC under the Section 8 program is 4.2%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. 2-bedroom units appear to be good home sizes to consider for Section 8 housing in Goldsboro, NC, because HUD payments exceed market rent, while 1-bedroom and 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom units do not.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 274 |
Total Units Section 8 | 274 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 4.2% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 87.8% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$230 | $1,240 | $1,010 |
| 2 Bedroom | $30 | $1,300 | $1,330 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$120 | $1,750 | $1,630 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$100 | $2,250 | $2,150 |
Affordability — Goldsboro, NC
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.3 |
| Median Home Price | $214,000 |
| Median Household Income | $60,000 |