Elkin market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Elkin, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 21, 2026.
Currently for sale in Elkin
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Recently sold in Elkin
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.
Popular neighborhoods in Elkin
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Elkin's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 600
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
- District
- Elkin City Schools
- Enrollment
- 183
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Elkin City Schools
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Elkin City Schools
Cities near Elkin
ZIP codes in Elkin
Elkin real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Elkin right now?+
There are currently 92 active listings in Elkin, North Carolina, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Elkin?+
The median list price for active listings in Elkin is $251,000. Homes are spending an average of 213 days on market.
Is Elkin's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Elkin have risen 0.3% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Elkin?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Elkin are none, Park Ridge, Northwood.
What schools serve Elkin?+
The closest public schools to Elkin's center are Elkin Elementary, Elkin Middle, Elkin High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Elkin walkable?+
Elkin's center has a walkability score of 50 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.