This page lists the homes under $500K for sale in Johnston County, NC from Hive MLS listings, updated every few minutes, with the last 12 months of sales behind the prices — kept by the Buddy Blake Team.
As of November 2, 2026, there are 214 homes under $500K for sale in Johnston County, NC, with a middle asking price of $341,450 (from $149,900 to $499,995). 11 came on the market in the last week. Another 67 are under contract.
In the 12 months through November 2, 2026, 619 sold at a middle price of $330,000, typically for 98.6% of the first asking price after about 58 days on the market.
The most choices right now are in Emily Gardens, Pendergrass, Howell Farm.
Homes under $500K for sale in Johnston County
Page 6 of 9 · 214 for sale · newest firstAsking prices in Johnston County
- Under $300K44
- $300K–$500K170
- $500K–$750K0
- $750K–$1M0
- $1M+0
Communities in Johnston County with homes under $500K for sale
- Emily Gardens · Selma · 14 for sale · $325,603 middle
- Pendergrass · Princeton · 10 for sale · $327,900 middle
- Howell Farm · Selma · 10 for sale · $414,850 middle
- Riverwood Ranch · Clayton · 9 for sale · $389,900 middle
- Graham's Place · Princeton · 9 for sale · $324,840 middle
- Flowers Plantation · Clayton · 9 for sale · $366,000 middle
- Margot Manor · Benson · 6 for sale · $459,995 middle
- Longleaf Village · Selma · 5 for sale · $324,900 middle
- Pinecroft · Princeton · 5 for sale · $314,858 middle
- Lucas Park · Smithfield · 5 for sale · $374,895 middle
- Maggie Way · Wendell · 4 for sale · $424,700 middle
- The Knolls at the Neuse · Clayton · 3 for sale · $459,900 middle
- Hinnant Farm East · Selma · 3 for sale · $349,900 middle
- Archers Park · Middlesex · 3 for sale · $306,900 middle
- Sullivan's Ridge · Kenly · 2 for sale · $357,450 middle
- Tralee · Smithfield · 2 for sale · $309,950 middle
- Tuscany · Clayton · 2 for sale · $348,450 middle
- Charlestowne · Smithfield · 2 for sale · $342,400 middle
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Questions about homes under $500K in Johnston County, answered
How many homes under $500K are for sale in Johnston County, NC?
As of November 2, 2026, there are 214 homes under $500K for sale in Johnston County, NC, with a middle asking price of $341,450 (from $149,900 to $499,995). 11 came on the market in the last week. Another 67 are under contract.
What do homes under $500K cost in Johnston County, NC?
As of November 2, 2026, the middle asking price is $341,450, about $185 per square foot for a typical 1,859 sq ft. Under $300K: 44; $300K–$500K: 170.
What did homes under $500K sell for in Johnston County, NC last year?
In the 12 months through November 2, 2026, 619 sold at a middle price of $330,000, typically for 98.6% of the first asking price after about 58 days on the market.
How fast do homes under $500K sell in Johnston County, NC?
In the 12 months through November 2, 2026 they typically sold in about 58 days, at 98.6% of the first asking price.
Which communities in Johnston County, NC have the most homes under $500K for sale?
As of November 2, 2026, Emily Gardens (14), Pendergrass (10), Howell Farm (10), Riverwood Ranch (9), Graham's Place (9), Flowers Plantation (9).
How do I estimate a monthly payment on a home in Johnston 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 Johnston County, NC, under $500k only. Middle = median. Listing data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.